Urban Forester / Arborist - LA

Compensation: $90,000-105,000/annually* Dudek’s journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies. Overview Location(s): Pasadena, CA Practice/Department: Urban Forestry Work Environment: Hybrid Dudek’s journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies. Today, we are a 100% employee‑owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations, and we’ve been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards. Our employee‑owners are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience. Learn more about our award‑winning culture , the benefits and perks of being a Dudekian, and the projects you will have the opportunity to shape. Position Overview Who You Are As an employee‑owner , you embrace accountability, work safely, and collaborate while thinking resourcefully and independently. Like all Dudekians, you are curious and solution‑oriented , with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit of innovation . How You’ll Make An Impact We are seeking an individual that shares our core value of "creating a healthy urban forest for our future" and is looking for an opportunity to bring that core value to communities large and small. This position is available for an individual who wants to help grow one of the leading urban forestry teams in the country and promote healthy and mature trees by providing expert arboriculture knowledge and urban forestry principles. Relevant experience for this position could include, but is not limited to, a consulting urban forester or arborist, urban forestry planner, or municipal arborist. This position will be based out of our Pasadena office and can accommodate a hybrid work schedule. The position will require approximately 30% travel for meetings, presentations, and community events. Duties and Responsibilities Lead the preparation of urban forest management plans for municipal and other clients that deliver an implementable program towards a sustainable urban forest. Write chapters of urban forest management plans including urban forest best management practices, municipal budget and work performance, tree inventory sustainability assessments, application of canopy cover studies, community engagement, and ordinances and policies. Work with planning departments of various cities in the County of Los Angeles by reviewing tree permits, assessing tree health and risk, and providing written reports. Preparing arborist reports and other technical reports related to tree and urban forest management, including collecting field data, evaluating project information and site plans, and other project‑related technical reports. Coordinate project team members by assigning tasks and monitoring workloads to meet project deadlines and deliverables. Prepare and present proposals, scopes, budgets, and bids for new projects. Maintain client relationships through consistent communication, facilitating meetings, and preparation of presentations. Maintain and track project budgets and prepare monthly invoices. Review and edit work of team members. Develop goals and strategies with the assistance of the Urban Forestry group leader to continue to grow the urban forestry practice through business development and marketing. Attend meetings, interviews, and represent Dudek’s urban forestry practice as part of our ongoing business development. Minimum Qualifications Minimum 6+ years of experience in municipal arboriculture, urban forestry, or related fields. Candidate must be an International Society of Arboriculture certified arborist. Bachelor’s degree or higher with a preference in forestry or closely related environmental field. An understanding of the components needed to develop an urban forest management plan, including data sources, urban forest sustainability principles, climate change research, tree maintenance practices, ISA standards, and financing. Proven ability to build partnerships and manage relationships that lead to the successful completion of projects and business growth. Candidate must have excellent leadership, organization and problem‑solving skills to facilitate successful project teams and on‑time project delivery to clients. Candidate must have excellent analytical and technical writing skills at a professional level. Candidate must demonstrate professional communication skills, both written and oral. If selected for an interview, candidates will be asked to submit a writing sample. Candidate will be required to occasionally travel from their home office to other portions of the region in which they live, and beyond, as projects dictate. Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by the first day of employment. Preferred Qualifications Additional arboricultural and/or urban forestry credentials a plus (e.g., Board Certified Master Arborist, ASCA Registered Consulting Arborist, TRAQ qualified, Urban Forest Professional etc.). Experience with arboricultural procedures, urban forestry concepts, and ability to learn various diagnostic equipment procedures. Experience working with municipal urban forest programs and city staff. Experience with community engagement activities including facilitating workshops and strategic outreach planning. Compensation Compensation: $90,000-105,000/annually* Final agreed‑upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location. Successful candidates must pass a pre‑employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment. Working Conditions This job operates in a remote or office‑based environment and this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc. This job requires occasional project site visits, based outdoors which can include excessive noise, uneven walking surfaces, extreme weather, and moving vehicles and equipment. Physical Requirements Working on a computer, sitting, or standing for long periods of time in an office or remote office setting. Employees must be capable of bending, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 35 lbs. unassisted; 50 lbs in a team lift (two or more employees). This job requires attending meetings, both in person and virtually as well as speaking on the phone with government agency representatives, members of the public, and others. Speaking, hearing and listening are required. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Outdoor activity may involve walking/trekking in uneven terrain over long distances in extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time. Connect with us! Dudek is committed to creating a workplace where all employees, regardless of their background, feel valued, respected, and have equal opportunities to succeed. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our business success, and we are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We are committed to fair and equitable processes, based on merit, free from any discrimination. Dudek is genuinely committed to equal employment opportunities within our company and on our project teams. Dudek is also committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Dudek’s operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of Dudek, including supervisors and coworkers. Equal employment opportunities will be extended to all persons (including those with disability and veteran status) in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination. Any employee who violates this policy and Dudek’s commitment to equal employment opportunities will be subject to disciplinary action. Dudek is a U.S.-based employer. All positions are based in the United States and require U.S. work authorization. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dudek