Tree Planting Coordinator

Arlington County VA•Arlington, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Arlington County is seeking a Tree Planting Coordinator to manage tree planting programs and create forested and treed spaces within County-owned parks, streetscapes, gardens, facility grounds, and other public areas. This role involves collaborating with contractors, other departments, landscaping operations crews, and urban foresters to plant approximately 900 trees per year, contributing to environmental sustainability and community enjoyment. The position is part of the Parks and Recreations Department.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Forestry, Natural Resources, Landscape Architecture or a related field.
Considerable experience in urban tree planning, tree management or directly related field.
Applicant must possess or obtain certification as an Arborist or Urban Forest Professional by the International Society of Arboriculture within 1 year of employment date.
A complete application will include an attached resume which highlights how your background and experience align with the qualifications for this position.
A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted.

Nice To Haves

Urban landscape design, tree maintenance, urban forestry, horticulture, or arboricultural experience.
Experience working with contractors and landscaping or tree planting crews.
Experience using Microsoft Office and work order systems to track cost expenditures, manage inventory lists and work pipelines, scheduling, and drafting correspondence.
Possess International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certifications: Certified Arborist, Urban Forest Professional, Certified Nursery Professional, Landscape Architect, or other relevant certification.

Responsibilities

Providing horticultural information and advice to staff, contractors, and the public on best practices, design, and sustainable forests.
Researching planting spaces and tree options, including tracking planting lists and ensuring availability of trees and plants.
Designing planting plans for diverse landscapes, from streetscapes to parks and other public spaces.
Conducting field inspections of trees to ensure compliance with ANSI and County standards and evaluating tree and shrub conditions.
Mapping, scheduling, and assigning watering work for landscape crews and contractors.
Collaborating with the community, providing outreach, and ensuring buy-in regarding community landscaping issues.
Coordinating with partners on tree distribution programs to plant trees on private property.
Planning and executing occasional volunteer tree planting projects.
Performing other duties as assigned, including maintenance and plan review.