Tree Inventory Coordinator w/ Portland Parks & Recreation

POSITION: Tree Inventory Coordinator (Recreation Leader) 
  
DURATION:  June 18 – October 22, 2012 
SCHEDULE:   7 am to 3:30 pm Tu - Sat 
SALARY:          $12 per hour 
CLOSING DATE:   May 1, 2012 


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  
Duties include, but are not limited to, 
the following:  


• Conducting street tree inventory workshops for volunteers in Portland neighborhoods.  This includes public speaking, training volunteers, organizing logistics, working with volunteers, creating maps, and checking data for accuracy. 


• Collecting street tree inventory data, including tree identification, measurement, and  assessment using paper forms and PDAs. 


• Entering data into an ArcGIS database, creating maps, and conducting data analysis. 


• Performing related work as required. 


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   
• Must be at least 18 years of age.  
• Must have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.   
• Must pass a criminal background check.  


DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:   
• Experience using ArcGIS, including entering data, joining tables, and creating maps 
• Tree identification skills 
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Excel 
• Communication skills 
• Organization skills 
• Experience working with volunteers 
• Ability to work independently 
                 
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: For information on the street tree inventory project, visit 
http://portlandonline.com/parks/treeinventory  


APPLICATION PROCEDURE:  Send resume and cover letter via email to Angie DiSalvo, 
Botanic Specialist II, [email protected] 
503-823-4484.