Environmental Inspection Specialist Senior

Job Description:

Environmental Inspection Specialist Senior

Description

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation with an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a field related to Environmental Science, Life Science, or Natural Science, plus four (4) years of experience in a related field.
• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a field related to Environmental Science, Life Science, or Natural Science may substitute for experience up to two (2) years.
• Experience may substitute for education up to two (2) years.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• None.

Notes to Applicants
Position Overview:
This position works in the Urban Forestry division of the Transportation and Public Works Department. This position will use professional arboriculture skills and training to respond to and abate right of way tree issues with in a municipal framework. The position will also perform site investigations in response to 311 CSR’s regarding right of way trees of concern and to evaluate best management practices for tree preservation and for compliance with tree ordinances. This role also provides technical assistance and education to citizens, community/special interest groups, developers, etc. on tree preservation ordinances and regulations. This role issues directives and initiatives enforcement actions for non-compliance with City Code and regulations.

Benefits:
Working for the City of Austin provides a number health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. For more information on City of Austin Benefits click here! View a Video about the Austin Transportation and Public Works Department by clicking here .

Travel:
If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

Application Details:
A detailed, complete City of Austin employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience that is relevant to this position. If you are selected as the top candidate, starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience. Additionally, this position may require a skills assessment.

Close Job Posting:

Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.

90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy:
If the same or an additional vacancy occurs within the Public Works Department in the same job title within 90 days after the start date of the top candidate, the additional position may be offered to another top candidate from the same candidate pool. This may include filling other vacancies with the same job title in other division/work locations within the City of Austin Public Works Department. Decisions on assigned selection may be made at the time of hire based on the business needs of the department.

PLEASE NOTE : Austin Transportation and Public Works positions are not at 100% remote operation.

Video Conferencing Software Technology:

Austin Transportation and Public Works Department uses the communication platform, Microsoft Teams, to conduct virtual interviews.

Pay Range
$26.61 - $31.87
Hours
Monday through Friday
7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (storm response may affect these hours)
Non-exempt (eligible for overtime) essential employee

Job Close Date 03/26/2025 Type of Posting External Department Transportation & Public Works Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 4411-A Meinardus Drive Austin Texas, 78744 Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• ISA certified arborist or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment.
• Experience as a forestry inspector with TPW forestry group.
• Knowledge and use of tree risk assessment techniques.
• Knowledge and use of ISA Best Management Practices.
• Skills and several years of time spent in communicating with the public.
• Ability to travel to more than one work location.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Inspects permitted land developments and construction sites for compliance with City environmental protection regulations. Performs site investigations and evaluate best management practices for erosion/sedimentation control and tree preservation and for compliance with landscape and tree ordinances. Performs final inspections of drainage facilities and other site improvements. Investigates and processes applications for ROW vacations, easement releases, and license agreements. Performs site investigations to evaluate need for additional staff support (i.e. involvement of biologists and geologists). Identifies locations of environmentally sensitive resources. Provides technical assistance and education to citizens, community/special interest groups, developers, etc. on environmental/engineering code requirements, ordinances, and regulations. Provides testimony and affidavits for enforcement cases. Issues directives and initiates enforcement actions for non-compliance with environmental and drainage regulations.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

• May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods.
• Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
• Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to train others.

Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for this position requires: Graduation with an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a field related to Environmental Science, Life Science, or Natural Science, plus four (4) years of experience in a related field. Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a field related to Environmental Science, Life Science, or Natural Science may substitute for experience up to two (2) years. Experience may substitute for education up to two (2) years. Do you meet these qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* Please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications referenced above. Detail how you meet the educational requirements (if applicable), account for the years of related experience (if applicable), and explain any substitutions of experience for education, or vice-versa (if applicable).
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?

• Yes
• No

* Are you an ISA Certified Arborist, or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to obtain an ISA Certified Arborist within six (6) months of employment?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have experience as a forestry inspector with TPW forestry group?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have knowledge and use of tree risk assessment techniques?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have knowledge in use of ISA Best Management Practices?

• Yes
• No

* All applicants applying for this job posting should submit a complete application; resumes submitted should mirror the completed application. Starting salary for the top candidate (s) will only be based on overall relevant experience from your employment application, not the resume or cover letter. Your application will be considered incomplete if your application and resume do not mirror and if your application states “see resume”. Do you understand these statements?

• Yes
• No

* How did you hear about this opportunity? (The information requested is optional and is not considered as part of the application for employment.)

• Employee Referral
• Online Advertising / Media
• Billboard
• COA website
• Other

* This position requires communication and interaction with the public. Briefly describe your customer service experience.
(Open Ended Question)


Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents