At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate urban forestry permits and guide applicants through the process.
- Company: Join the City of Burlington and contribute to urban forestry initiatives.
- Benefits: Enjoy a hybrid work model, competitive salary, and valuable experience.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a difference in your community while working with nature and trees.
- Qualifications: Degree in arboriculture or forestry and relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 41850 - 51150 $ per year.
Coordinate urban forestry permits for the City of Burlington using arborist reports, plan reviews, and responsive public service in a hybrid model.
Reporting to the Supervisor, Forest Protection, this full-time fixed-term coordinator guides applicants through tree permit processes.
You will provide information about Public and Private Tree By-laws, review supporting documentation, and coordinate communications.
The work includes urban forestry standards, data analysis, permit tracking, and service improvements.
Key Responsibilities
- Answer public, contractor, and staff forestry inquiries
- Review plans, arborist reports, and tree protection plans
- Coordinate applicant communications, follow-ups, and resubmissions
- Generate task lists from active permit files
- Coordinate permit releases, approvals, payments, and records
Requirements
- Degree or diploma in arboriculture, forestry, or related field
- ISA Certified Arborist designation or certification within one year
- Two to four years of relevant urban forestry experience
- Ability to interpret property surveys and development plans
- Advanced Microsoft Office 365 and CRM skills
Apply urban forestry knowledge, permit coordination, plan interpretation, and communication skills supporting Burlington's Forest Protection services.
Urban Forestry Permit Coordinator in Burlington employer: City of Burlington
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