Individual Placement - Urban and Community Forestry Fellow

Student Conservation Association•Pittsburgh, PA

6d•$650 - $650•Onsite

About The Position

The Urban and Community Forestry Fellow placed with the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy (WPC) will participate in a full-time (40 hours per week) hands-on immersion into tree care across urban, suburban, and rural contexts. The majority of service will be outside in all weather conditions. The fellow will also provide community education on the benefits of urban tree canopy. To date, WPC has planted over 40,000 trees through the TreeVitalize Pittsburgh program and other initiatives. The federal funding supporting this position requires that work be directed towards environmental justice communities.

Requirements

Must be able to pass a driving record background check
Typically, M-F, 7am-3pm. Saturday work should be expected to lead volunteer events.
Service week will be adjusted accordingly when Saturday service is needed.
The fellow will work approximately 40 hours a week.

Nice To Haves

At least one previous full-time seasonal experience
Background in one or multiple of: biology, forestry, ecology, nursery care, landscaping, tree plantings and tree care, farming, urban planning, or a related field
A personal vehicle is recommended but not required
Ability to positively collaborate in a tight team in a hands-on workplace
Ability to adapt to daily project execution needs

Responsibilities

Assisting in tree plantings (spring and fall) & tree care activities throughout the growing season (May-August) for newly planted trees
Tree watering, weeding, and mulching during tree establishment periods
Monitoring for signs of pests, disease, vandalism, and other stressors
Provide educational outreach to community members during tree planting/care events to teach the benefits of urban tree canopy
Assist with tree planting events
Assist with volunteer maintenance events
Collecting and updating databases or spreadsheets
Assisting with event planning