Job Inventory Control Specialist in Owen Sound

National Services & Agencies

Tree Inventory Specialist
Contract – 9 months

Job Posting #: 2023-23
Posting Closing Date: Friday, May 12, 2023

The City of Owen Sound is seeking experienced and qualified applicants for the contract role of
Tree Inventory Specialist. The Tree Inventory Specialist reports directly to the Supervisor of
Parks and Cemetery and is responsible for the completion of the inventory and analysis of the trees growing on road allowances, parks, and other lands owned by the City of Owen Sound.

Owen Sound is a diverse and culturally rich community located on the southern shores of Georgian
Bay in Southern Ontario, approximately two hours north of Toronto, and on the doorstep of the Bruce
Peninsula. Owen Sound is the largest urban community in Grey and Bruce counties characterized by a magnificent harbour and bay, two winding rivers, tree-lined streets, an extensive parks system, and tree-covered hillsides and ravines. Urban convenience is reconciled with balanced lifestyle in this welcoming, vibrant and growing community. Enjoy visits to galleries, library, theatres, museums, festivals, local shopping and dining.

Owen Sound is a place where you can stay active, indoors and out, in all seasons. Many of our most popular recreational sports, such as biking, hiking, golf, swimming, motorcycle touring, and ATV riding, take advantage of our geography and natural assets: gently rolling hills, protected forests and parkland, and waterways flowing into Georgian Bay. Winter doesn't have to put a halt to your outdoor fun. We have plenty of snow sports when the frost hits and snow flies, from skiing and snowshoeing to snowmobiling and skating. Prefer to exercise indoors? We have several sports facilities to choose from, including a modern YMCA with indoor pools and ice rinks and the City is home to the OHL Owen Sound Attack hockey team.

The successful candidate will have College Diploma in Arboriculture, Forestry, Plant Science or related field and a minimum of two (2) years experience in arboriculture/forestry or an equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. A Certified Forestry Technologist Diploma is considered an asset.

Additional Skills/Competencies/Requirements:

  • Must be capable of working on own initiative, handling responsibilities with limited supervision and projecting a pleasant, courteous and diplomatic image.
  • Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, including excel, word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, and presentation software.
  • Basic knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and the ability to work in a safe manner.
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Proven ability to report on relevant data analysis
  • Possess a valid Ontario Driver’s License Class G
  • GIS/GNSS Experience
  • Ability to lead and supervise staff

Please note the City is currently undergoing a Corporate-Wide Service Level Review, therefore potential reporting alignment or the duties and accountabilities are subject to modification.

The wage rate for this position is $25.35/hr. To explore this opportunity further, we invite applicants to forward their resume and cover letter by Friday, May 12, 2023 at 4:30pm to:

Human Resources Manager

City of Owen Sound
E-mail: hrjobposting @ owensound .ca

For more information and the full job description please see the City's website:

https://www.owensound.ca/en/city-hall/employment-opportunities.aspx

The City of Owen Sound is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, valuing and respecting diversity. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. We will accommodate the needs of qualified applicants under the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for
Ontarians Disabilities Act, in all aspects of the hiring process, upon request. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will only be used for candidate selection.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 9 months

Salary: $25.35 per hour

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Employee assistance program
  • Wellness program

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-05-12

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About City of Owen Sound

Revenue: $25 to $50 million (USD)
Size: 201 to 500 Employees
Type: Government
Website: www.owensound.ca\