The Parks Division is seeking a Parks Mapping Coordinator who will be responsible for Saanich Parks’ mapping and tracking system with a strong focus on the Urban Forest. The coordinator is also responsible for measuring, tracking, tagging, mapping, assessing and reporting on prioritized trees growing on public and private land. This position works with inter-departmental staff to develop and maintain an efficient mapping and tracking system for Saanich’s Urban Forest and park assets. The successful candidate will work closely with the Parks GIS analyst and liaises with various internal and external staff and stakeholders to map Saanich Parks’ green assets in the field to be consistent with Saanich’s standards and best management practices. The Parks Mapping Coordinator will assist with education, administration and enforcement of the Tree Protection Bylaw and will follow safe work practices and perform technical work requiring skills and ability related to trees.
Requirements include: two year diploma in arboriculture or horticulture from a recognized post-secondary institution; Post-Secondary training in GIS (diploma, certificate or advanced coursework); two years progressive experience in the field of arboriculture, preferably in a municipal setting; six months experience performing tree inventories, tree assessments and using GIS software in the field and in the office, preferably in a municipal setting; working knowledge of computers and standardized corporate software packages; Working knowledge of industry standards for tree planting and care and maintenance of young trees; Certificate from the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) as a Certified Arborist; I.S.A. Tree Risk Assessor Qualification; An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered; and a Valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence.
The successful candidate will work Monday - Friday between 8:00 am – 4:30 p.m. (40 hours a week). Sufficient health, physical condition, strength, stamina to perform technical work, related to trees, in all types of weather as well as moderate amounts of time working in an office setting. In addition to the interview process, testing will be conducted.