Thomas D. Brady
Woburn,MA
Summary
Administrative professional skilled in optimizing office workflows and managing diverse administrative tasks. Proven ability to support higher management through effective scheduling and coordination. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing organizational needs, ensuring seamless operations and goal achievement.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Conservation Administrator / Tree Warden/ Town Arborist
Town of Brookline
01.2001 - Current
- Serve as principal staff member to the Brookline Conservation Commission
- Oversees projects related to the Wetlands Protection Act; performs field inspections; prepares recommendations to the BCC; attends meetings; and performs all related administrative procedures
- Answer questions from the public and consultants regarding the Wetlands Protection Act
- Work with applicants to ensure their filings are complete and appropriate by conducting pre-filing meetings and site visits to assess the size of the project and any possible impacts on wetland resource areas
- Facilitate public meetings and hearings to ensure the Brookline Conservation Commission is in compliance with all applicable public laws and regulations
- Drafts Orders of Conditions for the Commissions’ review and approval
- Performs regular site inspections to insure projects are completed in compliance with the Order of Conditions
- Work with the BCC members to insure the Commission is involved in discussions and decision processes for open space and environmental issues that impact the Town of Brookline, and if appropriate regional issues as well
- Assists the BCC in the identification, review, and acquisition of selected conservation lands, and the review, approval, and administration of Conservation Restrictions
- Act as an information resource for members of Town departments for questions pertaining to wetlands, open space, and environmental issues
- Implements programs to promote community outreach and cooperative efforts with various community organizations
- Manage the Town's conservation lands, including the development of land management plans
- May participate in and supervise seasonal work crews and volunteer work parties to maintain lands, trails, signage, etc
- Provide staff assistance to the Town Administrator, the Commissioner of Public Works, the Board of Selectmen, and various town boards by reviewing selected projects from an environmental perspective
- Reviews applications, makes site visits, prepares recommendations, attends meetings, and monitors construction and other projects for compliance
- Serve on various task forces as may be created to represent the BCC and the Department
- Provide staff assistance and/or maintains liaison with other state, federal, and private environmental and natural resources agencies and organizations
- Provide public information and educational programs on Brookline’s natural resources and the environment
- Prepare reports and oversees the maintenance of records, maps, and files
- Prepare and recommend the budget requests to the division head
- Recommends expenditures in support of department operations
- Administers approved funds consistent with town policies and procedures
- Provides public assistance regarding conservation issues and matters
- Works with friends groups for each of the conservation sanctuaries
- Prepare grant applications; administers state and federal grants
- May serve as, or provide oversight to, the Town Tree Warden who is responsible for the management of public shade trees including the inventory, planting, care and removal of public shade trees, and supervision of utility line clearance
- Participate in professional development; keeps current on important regulatory and legal developments
- Represent the BCC and the Town at regional or statewide conferences; provides committee and community support
Conservation Commissioner
Woburn Conservation Commission
06.1992 - 01.2002
- Duties as Chairman include: Advising the City Council on the purchase and preservation of open space
- Working with the Conservation Administrator to determine the proper filing requirements for various development and redevelopment projects
- Including the redevelopment of two former superfund sites Coordinating projects with the City Council to complete various municipal projects, including infrastructure repair and replacement, and the closure of the former City landfill
- Ensuring monthly meetings are held in accordance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations
- Serving on various advisory councils to ensure that environmental interests are considered as a part of the planning processes which are undertaken by various City departments
- Duties as Conservation Commissioner include: Responsible for enforcing local and state wetland laws and regulations
- Perform site inspections to monitor building activity, wetlands replication and to investigate illegal dumping
- Participate in bi-weekly meetings and all public hearings
- Review all building, drainage, grading and other proposals submitted to commission
- Coordinate activities between various city agencies to ensure compliance with Wetlands Protection Act
- Responsible for organizing annual city wide conservation day
- Duties include: planning projects and activities, soliciting donations, managing publicity and staff of two to three hundred volunteers as well as coordinating several city agencies
- As a member of the Woburn Recycling Committee, assist with monthly recycling drives and plan earth day activities for city residents and school children
- Review all public notices of tree removals or pruning
- Chairman April 1998 - January 2002
Conservation Preservation Agent and Tree Warden
Town of Watertown
09.1996 - 12.2000
- Conservation Agent duties include: Providing professional and technical staff assistance to the Watertown Conservation Commission
- Conducting studies, research, and enforcement activities pursuant to the powers and duties outlined in Mass General Law Chapter 40, Section 8C and other local ordinances relating to wetlands protection
- Pursuing grant funding for open space acquisition, wetlands enhancement and restoration
- Attending meetings and project inspections
- Coordinating wetlands/uplands community education programs
- Providing assistance on special projects for the Commission and the Department of Community Development and Planning
- Preservation Agent duties include: Developing policies and procedures for the preservation of Watertown historic artifacts
- Pursuing grant programs for preservation projects
- Attending Historical Commission meetings
- Conducting studies, research and enforcement activities in accordance with Mass General Law Chapter 40, Section ED and local ordinances
- Providing technical and professional assistance to the Historical Commission
- Tree Warden/Town Arborist duties include: Enforcing all provisions of the Public Shade Tree Act
- Overseeing all aspects of the Forestry Division including daily and emergency work activities
- Developing and monitoring a town wide street tree planting program
- Pursuing grant funding for tree planting, tree maintenance and public awareness programs
- Acting as liaison to the Forestry Division of the Watertown Department of Public Works and other town agencies, community organizations and private citizens on issues pertaining to the Public Shade Tree Act
- Developing local tree protection ordinances
- Monitoring the conditions of all public trees, shrubs and growths
- Developing local informational and education materials promoting the urban forest
- Integrating GIS technology into a comprehensive urban forest management program
Staff Arborist and Safety Officer
Heimlich Landscaping and Construction Corporation
02.1995 - 08.1996
- Act as staff arborist and wetlands advisor for 6+ million dollar landscape and construction company
- Assist in the completion of both commercial and residential landscape projects
- Provide on site assessments and surveys on the health and financial value of trees
- Assist in educating both co-workers and clients in tree, lawn and shrub care
- Responsible for work site management to maintain a safe and productive work environment
- Oversee the Integrated Pest Management program by monitoring client's properties and the company's tree nurseries for the onset of either disease or insect problems
- Monitor urban contracted sites for signs of stress from the surrounding environment
- Train staff and organize monthly safety meetings
- Prune or maintain both client and company trees, shrubs and lawns
- Additional duties include installation of both sod and hydroseeded lawns, estimating material needs for various contracts, operate heavy machinery including bobcats, front end loaders, bucket trucks, tree spades and brush chippers
Arborist, Consultant
DJ Snyder Tree Service
12.1995 - 03.1996
- Hired as a consultant to teach efficient tree care and removal techniques and to train staff in use of heavy machinery
- Additional duties include some supervision of employees, operation of a eleven ton crane to facilitate tree work, design and installation of landscape projects
Arborist and Foreman
Northeast Tree Inc.
06.1989 - 01.1995
- Started as an intern, work included maintaining equipment and ropes needed to engage in tree care
- Promoted in 1990 based on performance to full time climber
- Duties included pruning of shrubs and trees, tree removal, maintenance of large equipment and trucks
- Promoted in 1991 based on performance to foreman
- Duties included direct supervision of employees; tree climbing, pruning and removals; estimating costs for various jobs; landscape design and installation
- Operated bucket truck, 11 ton aerial crane and other heavy equipment
- Responsible for providing employees with safety training
- Implemented pest controls
Education
Associate of Science - Arboriculture
Stockbridge School of Agriculture
Bachelor's of Science - Urban Forestry
University of Massachusetts at Amherst
Skills
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Recordkeeping and File Management
- Office Administration
Certification
- Massachusetts Certified Arborist, #1936
- Massachusetts Qualified Tree Warden, #1007
- MA Pesticide Applicators License, Commercial Category 36, #21136
- ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification Certification
- Mauget Micro-lnjection Applicator Certification
- Massachusetts Commercial Drivers License - Class B
Affiliations
- Past President, Massachusetts Tree Wardens' and Foresters' Association
- Massachusetts Arborist Association
- Massachusetts Association of Conservation Commissioners
- Massachusetts Society of Municipal Conservation Professionals
Accomplishments
- Achieved completion of the Muddy River Project through effectively coordinating the efforts Federal, State and local government and citizen groups to advance the project
- Supervised team of eight to forty staff members.
- Collaborated departments and citizens in the development Town wide planning documents. Including Open Space Plans and the Climate Resiliency Plans
- Achieved Accreditation for the Department by developing and documenting work practices and standards with accuracy and efficiency.
Timeline
Conservation Administrator / Tree Warden/ Town Arborist
Town of Brookline
01.2001 - Current
Conservation Preservation Agent and Tree Warden
Town of Watertown
09.1996 - 12.2000
Arborist, Consultant
DJ Snyder Tree Service
12.1995 - 03.1996
Staff Arborist and Safety Officer
Heimlich Landscaping and Construction Corporation
02.1995 - 08.1996
Conservation Commissioner
Woburn Conservation Commission
06.1992 - 01.2002
Arborist and Foreman
Northeast Tree Inc.
06.1989 - 01.1995
Bachelor's of Science - Urban Forestry
University of Massachusetts at Amherst
- Massachusetts Certified Arborist, #1936
- Massachusetts Qualified Tree Warden, #1007
- MA Pesticide Applicators License, Commercial Category 36, #21136
- ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification Certification
- Mauget Micro-lnjection Applicator Certification
- Massachusetts Commercial Drivers License - Class B
Associate of Science - Arboriculture
Stockbridge School of Agriculture
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