Senior Planner / Urban Forester

Nassau County is seeking a Senior Planner/Urban Forester, this position administers County tree protection and replacement and canopy/scenic road tree ordinances; inventories trees on county-owned lands and recommends tree health and replacement measures for these trees to the Facilities Department; provides technical assistance and education to the public, county staff, and elected officials; and helps organize volunteer and grant solicitation events and opportunities. This employee brings with her/him a knowledge of arboriculture that has been imparted through a variety of vocations as described in the Minimum Education and Experience section of this job description. The work involves considerable public contact and requires the exercise of patience, sound judgment, tact, and diplomacy. Salary Range: $61,021.65 – $92,851.55.  Nassau County is a Drug Free Workplace; This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference in accordance with applicable laws. To apply visit https://nassauemployees.munisselfservice.com/employmentopportunities/default.aspx.