• Job Description

  Req#: ARBOR001723

  Denver Zoo is a leader in animal care, wildlife conservation, and education. We are passionate about our commitment to excellence in support of our mission of Inspiring Communities to Save Wildlife for Future Generations.

  Denver Zoo honors our animals, staff, and guests by conducting ourselves at the highest level of integrity through our Core Actions -- Inspire Awe: Safety, Care, Connect and by embracing our Core Values of: Welcoming, United, Curious, Courageous and Transformative in all that we do.

  The Arborist Specialist advances Denver Zoo’s mission and goals by providing key support to the tree community across zoo grounds, through the inspection, maintenance, spraying, pruning and occasional removal of Denver Zoo’s tree collection.

  Our staff is a dedicated and diverse group of individuals committed to providing quality care to our animals while creating moments of awe for guests. If you are a like-minded individual and thrive in a dynamic, fast paced and innovative culture, Denver Zoo is the place for you!

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  Priority 1 – Zoo Arboriculture

  • Assist with all tree work on Zoo campus, including pruning, spraying, injecting, felling, and stump-grinding of trees.
  • Help ensure a vibrant and healthy tree canopy on Denver Zoo’s campus through thoughtful planning and maintenance of the current and future tree community.
  • Engage in the development of long-term canopy design and future planning.

  Priority 2 – Collaboration

  • Work closely with animal care and animal health teams to implement tree planting programs within animal exhibits.
  • Participate in the Zoo’s browse program: feeding animals through identification and harvesting of appropriate species for distribution through the Nutrition Center.
  • Collaborate with Arbor Coordinator to implement comprehensive planting strategies across the entire campus.
  • Participate in snow removal operations and is available to work needed weekends and holidays on an on-call basis for snow removal.
  • Work with horticulture interns to develop their skills and provide learning opportunities to put their skills into practical application

  Other Responsibilities and Duties

  • Other assistance as designated by the Arbor Coordinator to support the overall goals of the department and organization. Denver Zoo retains the right to add or change duties and/or responsibilities at any time.
  • Acts as a good steward of Denver Zoo’s resources.
  • The nature of this position requires safeguarding against the release of confidential and proprietary information of Denver Zoo.
  • This position will interact with managers at all levels and staff members across the organization, in addition to members of external organizations and the public.

  Technical / Professional Requirements & Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in arboriculture, forestry, or related fields , or any equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
  • One (1) year professional experience in forestry or arboriculture. Three (3) years’ work experience in forestry or arboriculture will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree. Climbing experience a plus. Working in a nonprofit and Arboriculture are preferred, or any equivalent combination of experience, lived experience, and/or special skills.
  • Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite are preferred.
  • Proficiency in both written and oral communication skills; ability to produce and maintain digital records, plans and simple landscape drawings. Ability to read, interpret, and apply organizational policy and procedures and other written guidelines to work functions, and to work independently.
  • Requires organizational skills, written and oral communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize work and tasks. Requires adaptability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and changing environment with the ability to work as part of a team.
  • Requires the ability to embrace, support, and integrate Denver Zoo’s philosophies to promote and demonstrate its commitment to diversity, inclusion, equity, and anti-racism.

  Position Conditions

  • Ability to pass a physical examination, background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screen.
  • Clear driving record
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • ISA certification of Arborist, Tree Worker Climber and Aerial Lift specialist is a plus and will be maintained through DZ continuing education opportunities. If not yet certified, obtain within 12 months of start date
  • Schedule Availability: Monday-Friday, occasional weekends and evenings as needed.
  • Work Location: On campus

  Compensation

  Range for this position is $22.83-$27.97 hourly.

  Benefits

  This is a full-time position with excellent benefits including medical, dental and vision benefits; life insurance; short term and long-term disability; 403(b) retirement plan; and vacation and sick leave.

  Application Process and Timelines

  Application deadline: May 21st, 2024. Review of applications will begin immediately. Denver Zoo reserves the right to close the position prior to this date.

  Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and others who identify as nonwhite, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and those with lived experience with racism and/or misogynoir are encouraged to apply for this role.

  Denver Zoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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