Seasonal Tree Care & Community Volunteer Assistant

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance plans

Sick Leave Benefits

Credit Union

Remote opportunities

Job summary

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking a Seasonal Tree Care Volunteer Program Assistant to support volunteer events and environmental stewardship across Montgomery County. You will work with the Tree Care Volunteer Program Coordinator and staff to assist with tree maintenance, planting, and public outreach.

This role offers hands-on field and office work, engaging with volunteers, schools, and community groups to connect residents with local parks.

Qualifications

• Interest in volunteer engagement, environmental education, forestry, watershed science, landscaping, parks and recreation, or community outreach.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Experience supporting outdoor volunteer projects, environmental programs, community service activities, or special events.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook.
• Ability to engage effectively with Montgomery County's diverse communities, volunteers, and program participants.
• Spanish language skills or proficiency in another language are desirable.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Support volunteer programs, community service projects, and stewardship initiatives throughout Montgomery Parks.
• Assist with coordinating volunteer events, activities, and participant communications.
• Help track volunteer participation and program data using volunteer management and reporting systems.
• Support tree care, environmental stewardship, and tree planting projects alongside Parks staff and volunteers.
• Assist with community outreach and environmental education programs that engage youth, families, and underserved communities.
• Help prepare project sites by coordinating supplies, equipment, and event logistics.
• Participate in special events such as Earth Month, Community Service Week, and National Public Lands Day.
• Build positive relationships with volunteers, community partners, and park visitors through professional communication and customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Volunteer engagement

Independent work

Outdoor programs

Microsoft Office

Community engagement

Spanish desirable

Driver's license

Tools

Outlook

Job description

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking a Seasonal Tree Care Volunteer Program Assistant to support volunteer events and environmental stewardship across Montgomery County. You will work with the Tree Care Volunteer Program Coordinator and staff to assist with tree maintenance, planting, and public outreach.

This role offers hands-on field and office work, engaging with volunteers, schools, and community groups to connect residents with local parks.