Arborist Job at DesignForce, Fairfax County, VA

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  • DesignForce
  • Fairfax County, VA

Job Description

Certified Arborist

Our client, an innovative Wetland and Natural Resources consultancy, is excited to welcome a Certified Arborist to their close-knit and collaborative Northern Virginia office.

They cultivate a team-driven, supportive culture and are dedicated to the success of projects ranging in size and complexity. Their work spans throughout Northern Virginia, including the Chesapeake Bay area, creating a dynamic environment that encourages professional growth, continuous learning, and meaningful environmental contributions.

Join a team where your expertise can help shape sustainable communities, support your professional aspirations, and deliver lasting environmental impact for generations to come.

Key Responsibilities

As a Certified Arborist, you’ll bring valuable technical expertise and problem-solving skills to diverse projects. Key responsibilities include:

  • Conduct vegetation surveys, tree identification, and diagnostic assessments.
  • Develop tree maps, conservation plans, and existing condition assessments.
  • Perform forest stand delineations, including species, infestations, and conservation areas.
  • Collaborate with clients, engineers, architects, and local agencies on project planning and compliance.
  • Provide occasional teardown/rework support on projects (e.g., infill lot development).
  • Prepare and deliver client-ready reports, including Tree Preservation Plans (TPPs) and Forest Stand Delineations (FSDs), for review by local agencies (Fairfax, Vienna, etc.).
  • Mentor and support junior staff to foster skill development and team growth.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 4+ years of relevant arboriculture or environmental consulting experience, including project management.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or a closely related discipline.
  • Strong understanding of local, state, and federal regulations related to tree preservation, conservation, and land development within Virginia, Maryland, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia.
  • Skilled in tree and vegetation identification, field surveys, and developing conservation documentation.
  • Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Comfortable performing a combination of office and field duties year-round, with willingness for regional travel.
  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

What Our Client Offers

Our client values their people as the foundation of their success and provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support a healthy, balanced lifestyle.

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Employer-matched retirement fund.
  • Competitive paid time off and paid holidays (including one floating holiday).
  • Relocation assistance package for the right candidate.
  • Wellness stipend to support physical and mental health.
  • Fun, pet-friendly workplace.

Job Tags

Work at office, Local area, Relocation package,

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