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Description
~ The Town of Leesburg, VA (pop. 51,000+) founded in 1758, is one of Virginia's most attractive and vibrant communities. ~
As the seat of government for one of the fastest growing counties in the United States, Leesburg has been successful at preserving its heritage while embracing the advantages of close proximity to Washington, D.C. Located 35 miles west of the nation’s capital, the Town covers approximately 12 square miles. The Town of Leesburg is a customer service oriented organization that values teamwork, leadership, technology and performance excellence.
Position Overview
The Town of Leesburg is currently seeking an Urban Forester/Landscape Management Specialist.
Responsibilities
- This position involves responsible professional Landscape and Urban Forestry Management work within the Department of Public Works and Capital Projects.
- Incumbent develops and implements plans for tree canopy enhancement and public facility landscape projects.
- Recommends and enforces appropriate tree protection measures.
- Manages contracted and in-house tree maintenance and landscape services.
- Reviews development plans for compliance with tree-related town ordinances.
- Provides public information and education related to urban forestry, and provides technical arboricultural advice and assistance to various Town departments.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree from a 4-year college or university in Landscape Architecture, Arboriculture, Urban Forestry or a related field.
- Minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience.
- Possession of a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Landscape Architecture, Arboriculture, Urban Forestry or a related field; ability to provide landscape architecture design support for Town government projects.
- Experience in the development of master plans and design elements for Town parks, open space, and public right of way.
- International Society of Arboriculture Certification; Landscape Architect Certification.
- Bilingual in English/Spanish.
~ EOE/ADA ~