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<TD vAlign=top><FONT face=Arial><SMALL>Does Waterloo Region have an equivalent position/program (see below) for <EM>participative</EM> urban reforestation? Maybe this is why London is called the the <EM>forest city</EM>. </SMALL></FONT><BR><FONT face=Arial><SMALL></SMALL></FONT> <BR><FONT face=Arial><SMALL>I haven't actually done a survey, but anecdotally, I've come across more than a few local folks almost tripping over each other in an attempt to get rid of, especially, their larger broadleaf trees, reasoning that they're a pain in the ass to take care of and "they might fall on the house". </SMALL></FONT><FONT face=Arial><SMALL>While these may be reasonable concerns, the properties which have lost their once-proud giants don't seem to be making any effort to replace them, even with smaller trees. </SMALL></FONT><BR><FONT face=Arial><SMALL></SMALL></FONT> <BR><FONT face=Arial><SMALL>Obviously, liabilities figure into the equation. But, what about the asset side of the balance sheet? - Urban heat-island mitigation, local food production, lower air conditioning costs, pollutant mitigation, water sequestration/transpiration, carbon sequestration, habitat creation, compostable biomass. </SMALL></FONT><BR><FONT face=Arial><SMALL></SMALL></FONT> <BR><FONT face=Arial><SMALL>Without even getting into the intrinsic value of trees (pleasing aesthetics, a place to relax on a hot summer day) and the urban ecosystem(s) they anchor, it seems like there are still a lot of people out there who don't understand the value of urban forest.</SMALL></FONT><BR><FONT face=Arial><SMALL></SMALL></FONT> <BR><FONT face=Arial><SMALL>PK</SMALL></FONT><BR><FONT face=Arial><SMALL> <BR>
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<BR>Project Manager, ReForest London, London, Ontario<BR>Date posted to <A href="http://www.goodworkcanada.ca/">GoodWorkCanada.ca</A>: Nov 15 2010 <BR>
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<TD vAlign=top><SMALL><FONT face=Arial><!-- *************** CLOSED or PAST DUE MESSAGES *************** --><!-- *************** LISTING TEXT *************** -->EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY<BR><BR>Position: Project Manager<BR>Organization: ReForest London <A title=http://www.reforestlondon.ca href="http://www.reforestlondon.ca/">http://www.reforestlondon.ca</A><BR>Location: London, Ontario<BR><BR>Summary<BR>ReForest London is a charitable, non-profit organization that engages individuals, groups and businesses in planting and caring for trees in neighbourhoods and natural areas throughout London.<BR><BR>The Project Manager is responsible for managing the planning and implementation of all ReForest London projects and their aftercare. The Project Manager also will advise ReForest London in technical matters related to project planning, project implementation and strategic direction.<BR><BR>This is a one-year contract with possibility of renewal. The contract is for 700 hours of service (2 days per week). The schedule requires some weekend and evening work, and work hours are flexible. The schedule is cyclical, with the busiest times during the spring and fall planting periods.<BR><BR>Qualifications<BR>The ideal candidate will possess a BSc in biological sciences, earth sciences, or environmental studies, and will have experience planning and implementing large scale naturalization projects. Non-profit organization experience as well as experience working with volunteers is desired. The candidate will have excellent written and oral communication skills, and will have experience with Microsoft Access, Excel, and Word, as well as being comfortable using email and web interfaces. Knowledge of ArcGIS a plus.<BR><BR>Specific Duties<BR>1) Manage the planning and implementation of all ReForest London tree planting projects. This includes:<BR>a. Manage the planning and implementation of all naturalization projects, including<BR>1. site selection that weighs factors such as environmental benefit, ecological linkages and corridors, geographical considerations, cost per tree, likelihood of success, socio-economic factors of target neighbourhood, and other factors.<BR>2. appropriate species to plant that weighs factors such as sun exposure, soil, moisture, urban pollution, deer browse, and other factors. This includes preparing and maintaining project related lists.<BR>3. Planting event preparation that includes plant ordering and pick-up, appropriate site preparation, ordering of soil enhancements, tool maintenance and transportation.<BR>4. Planting event leader that includes volunteer training and supervisor, site clean-up, and tool/plant transportation<BR>b. Manage the planning and implementation of additional projects that may occur in neighbourhoods, not to exceed 20 projects per year total.<BR>c. Provide technical oversight of projects led by Project Leaders contracted through ReForest London to deliver projects.<BR>2) Coordinate and lead aftercare of projects using volunteer and paid labour.<BR>3) Maintain ReForest London project and plant databases<BR>a. Maintain detailed project information that includes plant lists, numbers of stems planted, maps, health and survival statistics, and aftercare performed.<BR>b. Update and maintain plant databases.<BR>4) Provide technical guidance to ReForest London that includes, but is not limited to:<BR>a. Strategic planning as it relates to ecological considerations, changes in environmental science, integration of ReForest London projects, and initiatives with other organizations<BR>b. Technical input into future project selection and program direction.<BR>c. Assist with grant writing by providing technical background and project implementation information. Assist with funding reports.<BR>d. Technical input into the development of educational tools (brochures, web content) for the promotion of the program and its objectives.<BR>e. Represent ReForest London events, conferences, or speaking engagements from time to time.<BR>f. Coordination with other environmental organizations in projects.<BR>g. Attend board meetings as needed<BR><BR>Remuneration and Benefits<BR>Pay for this contract position is $18-$25 per hour, depending on experience and education, plus mileage and expenses. The position includes one week paid vacation.<BR><BR>Application Process<BR>Please send a cover letter and resume in PDF or Word format to Julie Ryan, Executive Director at <U><FONT color=blue>julie</U></FONT> <FONT color=black><IMG style="HEIGHT: 1em" src="http://www.goodworkcanada.ca/graphics2/msk.gif"> </FONT><U><FONT color=blue>reforestlondon.ca</U></FONT><STRONG>*</STRONG> by Friday, November 26, 2010. Interviews will be held in December with a start date in early January, 2011. All email submissions will be acknowledged as received, but only those called for an interview will be contacted thereafter. <BR><BR>When applying, please indicate that you saw this posting at GoodWorkCanada.ca.</FONT></SMALL></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE> </body>
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