Urban Forestry Foreman

CASEY TREES•Washington, DC

1d•$75,000 - $85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

In pursuit of its mission to restore, enhance and protect the tree canopy of the nation’s capital, Casey Trees (CT) delivers a broad base of programs and services to the DC Metro area. The organization plants more than 6,500 trees each year grown at our own nursery; cares and maintains those trees; conserves greenspace; conducts school and community-based youth STEM programming; and advocates for stronger policies and laws to preserve trees across the area. Casey Trees emphasizes innovative solutions and working with diverse partners to advance and promote tree canopy solutions that meet the needs of the communities that we serve.

Requirements

Two (2) years of work experience in horticulture, arboriculture, landscaping, urban forestry, or related field
ISA Certified Arborist credential required upon hire; or within the first year of employment
Basic proficiency with ArcGIS and Salesforce applications
Department of Transportation Card
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record and experience and ability to safely drive work vehicles including a pickup truck and trailer
Experience with tree planting and landscape operations, tree stock type and sizes, selection, nursery operations, ANSI standards essential
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Professional demeanor and the ability to interact and work with a variety of audiences
Ability to work both independently as well as in a team environment
Ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)
Ability to read and execute scaled landscape plans accurately and with minimal supervision
Ability to manage time between field tasks and office administrative and communication work with inside and outside partners.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of supervisory experience managing field crews of diverse backgrounds and skill levels on garden/landscape installations.
Basic proficiency with ArcGIS and Salesforce applications
Associate degree in horticulture, landscaping, forestry, urban forestry, or related field
Knowledge of and/or desire to learn about plants native to the mid-Atlantic United States
Demonstrated experience working with and managing volunteers

Responsibilities

Plans and carries out tree installation projects through community outreach, project management, site consultations, tree species selections, and installation management.
Create plans for Community Tree Planting events including but not limited to staging of check-in tent, opening remarks, tool circle, water rig, and food.
Manages, mentors, and assists in overseeing Planting Crew and Chiefs including hiring, onboarding, training, and developing subordinate staff
Inspects/evaluates Planting Crew work outputs; provides clear direction and regular feedback to ensure quality outputs are safe, efficient, and effective
Provides ongoing employee feedback and development through daily check-ins, weekly meetings and bi-annual performance reviews for Planting Crew and Chiefs with assistance from the Field Manager
Maintains administrative procedures including scheduling staff and reviewing and approving timesheets
Manages field operations and event implementation for planting care programs, including loading/unloading plant orders, tools, and materials; dispatching crews; and planting, pruning, watering and other activities
Managing inventories and procurement/delivery of equipment, tools and materials including mulch, stakes, fencing, trunk guards, watering bags, etc.
Manage tree storage yards, including un/loading; basic organization; daily security; weekly inventory; irrigation; protection from desiccation/drought, cold temps/heeling-in; materials storage and seasonal clean-up.
Manage regular vehicle maintenance, including weekly safety inspection, checking tire pressure, monthly vacuuming and washing, seasonal oil changes, annual DMV inspection and registration.
Plan and carry out garden installations, coordinating with Design & Horticulture Manager and Field Manager, coordinating with clients, directing and working with crew on site to prepare and install native plant and rain gardens.
Conduct pre-site assessment of planting designs to create operation strategy
Selects, delivers, plants, prunes, inventories, waters, and cares for trees, shrubs, and perennials
Operates trucks, trailers, heavy machinery, hand, and power tools safely and professionally
Consistently demonstrates professionalism, models positive behaviors for subordinates, staff & volunteers
Demonstrates/provides exceptional customer service for internal and external stakeholders
Assists with plant procurement including sourcing, invoicing, delivery, inventory/reconciliation, etc.
Provides logistical support during trainings, classes, workshops, tours, demonstrations, etc.
Collaborates organization-wide as required to execute grants, contracts, programs, and activities
Conducts/reports on pre-planting site visits to assess feasibility and best operational practices/strategies
Keeps the UF Manager and Field Manager informed on field operations, and personnel performance
Promotes a culture of safety through trainings, briefings, continual staff feedback, etc.
Ensures adherence to organizational policies and procedures including, but not limited to attendance, timeliness, conduct, professionalism, appearance, customer service, etc.
Connects people to trees