Urban Forestry Manager - Lead Tree Plantings & Community Impact

Louisville Grows Inc; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisville Grows is seeking an Urban Forestry Manager to lead tree planting events, recruit and train volunteers, and strengthen community partnerships. You will manage volunteers, track program metrics, and work with partners to restore the urban canopy while maintaining equipment and a vehicle fleet.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in forestry/arboriculture, a Certified Arborist, and a valid pesticide applicator license.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of forestry/arboriculture experience and a Certified Arborist.
• Active Commercial Pesticide Applicator License or willingness to obtain in first month.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to drive trucks with flatbeds/boxes and operate a tractor.
• Ability to perform physical labor, including moving 100+ lbs, in all weather.
• Proven ability to communicate technical concepts to diverse communities.
• Proficient with Google Workspace and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Lead tree planting events with partners, volunteers, and neighborhoods.
• Recruit, train, and supervise Citizen Foresters and volunteers.
• Track program metrics and report to the Board of Directors and funders.
• Coordinate with Tree Committee and partner agencies to improve canopy.
• Oversee budgets and project scope for urban forestry initiatives.
• Maintain vehicles, tools, and Louisville Grows campus.

Skills

Project management

Volunteer coordination

Effective communication

Google Workspace

Tree inventory management

Education

Certified Arborist

Commercial Pesticide Applicator License

Tools

Tractor operation

Truck driving

Job description

Louisville Grows is seeking an Urban Forestry Manager to lead tree planting events, recruit and train volunteers, and strengthen community partnerships. You will manage volunteers, track program metrics, and work with partners to restore the urban canopy while maintaining equipment and a vehicle fleet.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in forestry/arboriculture, a Certified Arborist, and a valid pesticide applicator license.