ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIAL SERVICE STAFF II (APPOINTED) ARBORIST Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/detroit/jobs/newprint/4711306) Apply  ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIAL SERVICE STAFF II (APPOINTED) ARBORIST Salary $49,982.40 - $99,985.60 Annually Location Michigan, MI Job Type Appointed (Other) Job Number 20241929102ASLD Department General Services Opening Date 10/29/2024 Closing Date 11/12/2024 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit 9000-Non Union Salary Regular Service General + Description + Benefits Description Job Summary: The Arborist will be responsible for assisting the Project Manager – ARPA 3D Trees Unit with the dangerous, dead, or diseased tree project. Examples of Duties Responsibilities: · Conduct field surveys. · Perform tree risk assessments. · Identify dead, diseased, or dangerous trees. · Consult with citizens and other stakeholders in understanding condition of trees and next steps in remediation or removal. · Assist in developing and implementing improved work processes. · Train employees on the identification of trees. · Perform other related duties, as assigned Minimum Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: · Knowledge of tree biology and anatomy. · Knowledge of city of Detroit streets. · Excellent written and communication skills. · Ability to work in all weather conditions. · Ability to use computers and other electronic devices. Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience: · Associate degree, Bachelor’s preferred · 1-2 years field experience; or combination of education and experience may be substituted to meet the education and experience requirements. Medical Plan Offering for Administrative Special Services Employees The City of Detroit is pleased to continue to provide a medical plan option to our Administrative Special Services Employees for the 2020 plan year. This plan is provided by Blue Care Network of Michigan and utilizes their PCP Focus Network. This plan provides you with the opportunity to receive an enhanced level of benefits and pay less out of your paycheck for your medical plan. There are two important requirements that you should consider and understand if you should decide to enroll in this plan. You will have to choose a primary care physician that serves within the PCP Focus network. This primary care physician coordinates your care. The network includes over 22,000 Primary Care Physicians. There are also Wellness Requirements that you (the subscriber) must meet in order to remain in the enhanced level of benefit. Administrative Special Services Staff (Exempt) are eligible for the following benefits: + CURRENT SICK LEAVE – Granted (3) months of continuous service. (1) day per month, not to exceed (12) days per year. + VACATION – Granted (1) day per pay period, not to exceed 20 days per fiscal year + PAID HOLIDAYS – Granted if paid for 600 straight time hours in the (12) months prior to the holiday + MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT - Granted on same basis as regular employees. + WORKERS COMPENSATION – Covered by applicable laws. + UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION - Covered by applicable laws. + HOSPITALIZATION – You are eligible to purchase healthcare benefits for yourself and your dependents under a group rate. You will be responsible for the full premium, no employer contribution will be applied. Please review the Health Care Plan Options Booklet for more detailed information. + This position is not eligible for the City Pension Plan, dental, vision, optical, death, life, disability, funeral, reserve sick or jury duty. Administrative Special Services Staff (Non-Exempt) are eligible for the following benefits: + CURRENT SICK LEAVE – Granted (3) months of continuous service. (1) Day per month, not to exceed (12) days per year. + VACATION – Granted on the following basis: Terms of Service Vacation leave Earned Less than 6 months None After 6 months & (1000 work hours)5 days After 1 year An additional 5 days 2-5 years 10 days 6-7 years 11 days 8-9 years 12 days 10-12 years 13 days 15- years15- years + PAID HOLIDAYS – Granted if paid for 600 straight time hours in the (12) months prior to the holiday + OVERTIME - Granted on same basis as regular employees. + MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT - Granted on same basis as regular employees. + WORKERS COMPENSATION – Covered by applicable laws. + UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION - Covered by applicable laws. + HOSPITALIZATION – You are eligible to purchase healthcare benefits for yourself and your dependents under a group rate. You will be responsible for the full premium; no employer contribution will be applied. Please review the Health Care Plan Options Booklet for more detailed information. + This position is not eligible for the City Pension Plan, dental, vision, optical, death, life, disability, funeral, reserve sick or jury duty. Agency City of Detroit Address Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226 Website http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email