Tree and Natural Lands Specialist

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens•Boothbay, ME

45d•$27 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is hiring a Tree and Natural Lands Specialist! Are you an arborist who is passionate about natural landscapes, excited about inspiring meaningful connections among people and nature in one of the most beautiful settings in Maine, and committed to supporting the Gardens’ Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility goals? This is a Full-Time, Year-round, benefit eligible position. $27.00 - 30.00 hourly, non-exempt The Tree and Natural Lands Specialist is responsible for carrying out the tree risk management plan, managing both cultivated and naturally occurring trees on the Gardens property. Additionally, this role monitors and manages approximately 280 acres of uncultivated forest.

Requirements

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in botany, horticulture, ecology or related subject
Must have at least 3 years working in tree management or natural lands management
Must be an ISA certified arborist, licensed to work in Maine or willing to transfer license to Maine within 90 days of hire
Must be an ISA tree risk assessment qualified (TRAQ) assessor with at least 1 year of TRAQ experience
Must be comfortable working with data, including collecting data in the field both on paper and virtually, and storing and accessing data.
Must be comfortable interacting with guests, staff, board members, and the community
Ability to work both collaboratively and independently, demonstrating strong verbal and written communication skills
Efficient use of computer systems, with proficiency using Microsoft Office 365 products to maintain electronic database/records
Confidence on ladders is required
Enthusiasm for plants and the natural world and a commitment to advancing the mission of Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
Commitment to working across the organization to support the integration of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility principles into the Gardens' internal operations and its relationships with visitors and guests.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with GIS is preferred but not required
Familiarity with Maine’s natural communities and native flora preferred
Experience running and maintaining power equipment is helpful

Responsibilities

Execute the tree risk management program as dictated by the tree risk management plan, and under the direction of the tree risk management program review panel
Perform ISA tree risk assessments on cultivated and naturally occurring trees on Gardens property, including those in named garden spaces and along forest trails
Support horticulture team with tree care and management work, including consulting on pruning and tree health
Author long-term tree care and pruning plans for trees in the living collections
Collect and maintain tree risk and tree health data in alignment with the tree risk management plan, living collections policy, and integrated pest management plan
Act as the point of contact between the Gardens and outside tree care contractors
Coordinate and execute in-house tree removals as needed and appropriate
Plan for and perform management activities focused on improving the ecological health of the Gardens' uncultivated lands
Monitor, report and rectify, with support, challenges in natural lands care such as invasive pests and plants, plant disease, and removal of downed and hazardous trees
Monitor and repair deer fence as needed
Maintain trails to ensure guest and staff safety
Teach 1-2 courses on tree identification, tree care, pruning, ecological land management, or related topics as part of the Gardens' adult education course offerings
Support the internal invasive and non-native species committee in monitoring natural lands for invasive plants and insects
Participate in Gardens-wide initiatives including Gardens Aglow assignments.