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Working TitleTree Equity Specialist

Position LocationDenver, CO

Work LocationPosition qualifies for hybrid/in-office work

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202400547AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib III

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$65,000-$70,000, commensurate with experience

Employee Benefits

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on04/29/2024

Description of Work Unit

Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.

The Tree Equity Specialist is a staff member of the Communications and Communities Division of the Colorado State Forest Service. The administration of UCF programs is carried out under the direction of the UCF Manager and the Associate Director of Communications and Communities.

Position Summary

The Tree Equity Specialist is responsible for encouraging and assisting organizations, municipalities and neighborhoods in utilizing urban forestry grants through the Colorado State Forest Service ( CSFS ) to increase tree canopy cover in communities that have historic environmental justice disparities. The Tree Equity Specialist is also responsible for professional functions and technical expertise supporting CSFS field offices in delivering urban and community forestry programs specific to areas classified as disproportionately impacted throughout all of Colorado’s communities.

Ongoing duties include assisting with community forestry projects (tree planting, inventory, canopy assessment, risk assessment, etc.), conducting trainings and workshops with professionals and community members, meeting with city councils and county governments as an advocate for community forestry, coordinating and participating in regional and national community forestry forums, attending and speaking at conferences, and administering grants and contracts. This position supports key working relationships with federal, state, college, municipal and nonprofit partners. Some examples are the United States Forest Service, CSU Extension and the International Society of Arboriculture.

This position requires proficiency in program delivery including but not limited to: administering CSFS urban forestry grants, recording accomplishments, completing required reports, meeting deadlines, managing budgets, ensuring grant requirements are met, and supporting field operations. The Tree Equity Specialist must be proactive and accelerated in program development due to federal deadlines associated with urban forestry funding received by the CSFS .

Daily activities include supporting grant awardees in overseeing grant administration, gathering and analyzing data and metrics, writing reports, assisting CSFS field offices with program implementation and coordination, and assisting the UCF Program Manager and Associate Director of Communications and Communities with other special projects as they arise.

Applicants are expected to possess demonstrated knowledge of and relevant ability with culturally diverse communities among potential target and constituent populations

Required Job Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in forestry, natural resources, environmental sciences, landscape architecture or a related program of study

• Four years of professional forestry or arboriculture experience, with specific experience in urban and community forestry

• Successful applicants must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a valid driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the position start date.

• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States before the employment start date; Colorado State Forest Service will not sponsor a visa for this position

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Proven ability to work with diverse organizations, community groups and nonprofits in developing urban and community forestry initiatives, programs and projects

• Experience working with disproportionately impacted communities or disadvantaged populations

• Ability to work collaboratively and advance outcomes with internal staff and external partners and cooperators

• Capable of documenting accomplishments, record-keeping, managing budgets and ranking, reviewing and managing forestry-related grant programs

• Experience in preparing contracts and agreements for forest management work

• Experience in organizing, developing and delivering public presentations, workshops, events, publications, and other informational and educational activities

• Current International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist credential

• Commitment to safety, quality, professionalism and excellent customer service

• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills

• Basic knowledge of western United States forestry

• Familiarity with desktop and online GIS and Microsoft Office products and apps

• Familiarity with spoken Spanish and ability to understand and communicate with Spanish speaking community members

Diversity Statement

Demonstrated knowledge of, and relevant ability with, culturally diverse communities among potential target and constituent populations.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryProgram Planning and Administration

Duty/Responsibility

• Oversee the grants for culturally and historically sensitive UCF programs including applications, advisory panels, award notifications, awardee support, etc.

• Work alongside neighborhood, local, state, regional and federal partners in the delivery of UCF programs.

• Collaborate on budget development for the UCF program, including new grant proposals and ongoing grants.

• Monitor target accomplishments and ensure accomplishment reports are completed.

Percentage Of Time50%

Job Duty CategoryTechnical Field Support

Duty/Responsibility

• Serve as the lead subject matter expert for CSFS field staff and partners in planning and implementing UCF program activities in disproportionately impacted (DI) areas (tree planting, inventory, canopy assessment, risk assessment, community meetings, outreach activities, etc.).

• Foster integration and collaboration across CSFS programs and field offices.

• Organize and deliver workshops to professionals and community members concerning DI neighborhood programs.

Percentage Of Time40%

Job Duty CategorySupervision of Staff

Duty/Responsibility

• Hire, supervise, train and evaluate hourly employees, such as interns and students.

• Identify and support professional development of employees that are direct reports.

• Ensure employees comply with all safety and security policies.

Percentage Of Time10%

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants will be expected to provide:

• A cover letter addressing Required Job Qualifications, Preferred Job Qualifications and Essential Job Duties

• A resume

• Contact information of three references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

For full consideration, applications must be received no later than 11:59pm MST on April 29, 2024.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Special Requirements/Other - ? Field and office work, both independently and as part of a larger multi-functional division

Search ContactTeddy Parker-Renga, Teddy.Parker-Renga@colostate.edu, 970-657-5674

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • The successful candidate must demonstrate U.S. employment eligibility by proposed start date; CSU will not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Will you have U.S. employment eligibility by the proposed start date?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

Optional Documents