Senior Associate Forester

GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT SENIOR ASSOCIATE FORESTER Under general direction, to assist in planning, coordinating, and supervising the activities of a large group of employees engaged in forestry, horticulture, conservation, and maintenance work over a city-wide area; and to perform related work as required. In accordance with established policies and general assignments, subject to approval of plans and reports but with considerable latitude for independent action and judgment on the technical phases of the work and with responsibility for results obtained: Coordinates and supervises the activities of forestry operations by issuing work orders. Reviews reports of subordinate supervisors and advises them on plans and policies. Inspects work in the field to see that it is progressing according to plans. Coordinates and manages the work of contracted forestry vendors. Ensures that the application of pesticides conforms to pertinent safety regulations. Confers with other departmental personnel and outside parties on problems of mutual concern. Assists in planning and controlling division budget and expenditures, and in the purchase and maintenance of equipment. Estimates costs and pr