Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

NOVA Engineering is hiring an Arborist in the north Atlanta, GA area. The Arborist is responsible for overseeing the preservation, maintenance, and enhancement of Dunwoody’s urban forest. This includes managing tree inventories, reviewing tree removal permits, enforcing tree preservation ordinances, and advising on best practices for tree health and sustainability across public and private properties.

Responsibilities:

• Administer and enforce the City’s Tree Preservation Ordinance.
• Review and approve tree removal permits for residential, commercial, and public properties.
• Conduct site inspections to assess tree health, density compliance, and stream buffer impacts.
• Maintain and update the city’s Tree Inventory and Assessment database.
• Provide guidance on tree replacement plans and density requirements for new developments.
• Collaborate with planning and zoning staff during land development reviews.
• Respond to inquiries and complaints related to tree health, removal, and ordinance violations.
• Educate the public and city staff on tree care, urban forestry, and environmental stewardship.
• Coordinate emergency response for tree damage due to storms or natural disasters.
• Develop and implement long-term urban forest management strategies

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Arboriculture, Environmental Science, or related field.
• ISA Certified Arborist (required).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in urban forestry or municipal arboriculture.
• Knowledge of Georgia tree species, soil conditions, and environmental regulations.
• Familiarity with GIS mapping tools and aerial imagery for tree canopy analysis.
• Strong communication and public engagement skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply municipal codes and environmental ordinances.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with tree risk assessment and mitigation planning.
• Proficiency in preparing site plans and tree surveys.
• Understanding of stream buffer regulations and ecological preservation.

NOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Nova:

Established in 1996, NOVA was originally founded to provide Environmental Consulting, Geotechnical Engineering, and Construction Materials Testing and Inspection services to the design and construction community, largely in the southeastern United States. Since our founding, NOVA has added additional service lines such as Facilities and Building Envelope, Forensics, Municipal and more. We are dedicated to providing a wide variety of projects and services with an emphasis on collaboration and safety. We offer a stimulating and inspiring work environment where our employees are recognized for their efforts and achievements and are mentored for professional growth.

Currently, NOVA employs 650+ personnel in 18 offices serving clients throughout the southeastern United States and beyond. Our firm has professional and administrative support staff that includes registered professional engineers, registered professional geologists, environmental scientists, registered roof observers, LEED accredited professionals, soil/foundation engineers, laboratory specialists, materials technicians, ICC-certified inspectors, NICET-certified technicians, and AWS-certified welding inspectors. NOVA’s facilities include AASHTO-accredited laboratories in soils, concrete, aggregate and hot-mix asphalt testing/inspection. We also have CCRL-inspected laboratories for concrete sampling, curing, and testing. NOVA will continue to expand its reach and reputation as a leader in the testing, inspection, and consulting fields with a strong legacy of quality and integrity by promoting our best internal resources and recruiting a diverse culture of valued and exceptional talent.

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