Field Leader - 2026 Stamford Urban Forestry Program

Student Conservation Association • Stamford, CT

20d • $1,000

About The Position

This project will be focused on Urban and Community Forestry in Mill River Park and other City Parks. The SCA Team comprised of one leader and one member will engage in tree planting, tree care and maintenance including: Pruning, watering, mulching, and root flare restoration. Additional tasks will include preparing planting sites through the removal and remediation of invasive species. Crew Members and leaders will serve 2 days per week at Mill River and 3 days per week in various city parks.

Requirements

• 21+ Years of Age
• Valid Drivers License with 3+ years of Driving History

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Urban and Community Forestry Best Practices

Responsibilities

• Tree Planting
• Tree Care and Maintenance
• Pruning
• Watering
• Root Flare Restoration
• Mulching Invasive Species Management
• Mitigation Permaculture
• Driving an SCA Provided vehicle to facilitate crew member transportation needs and to transport tools, materials, water tanks and trees throughout the City of Stamford.
• Maintain Photos of crew members and projects.
• Maintain accurate tracking of work accomplishments and enter data into SCA provided system.
• Retain receipts for SCA related expenses and enter information into SCA provided system.
• Maintain accurate record of crew member attendance

Benefits

• Wilderness First Aid Training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed