Urban Forestry Program Lead & Community Volunteer Manager

TreePeople; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

TreePeople is looking for a Community Forestry Associate Manager in Los Angeles to lead tree planting initiatives aimed at expanding the urban tree canopy.

The role involves supervising a dedicated team, conducting community workshops, and managing partnerships with local organizations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in urban forestry, excellent communication skills, and the ability to inspire community engagement.

This position requires hands-on work with trees and community involvement to enhance environmental resilience.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation of urban forestry principles and best practices.
• Experience with staff supervision and project management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with climate and environmental issues in Southern California.

Responsibilities

• Develop and expand programs to increase tree canopy coverage.
• Recruit and supervise community volunteers for tree planting.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the Community Forestry team.
• Conduct site assessments and develop detailed planting plans.

Skills

Urban forestry principles

Project management

Community organizing

Spanish fluency

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

TreePeople is looking for a Community Forestry Associate Manager in Los Angeles to lead tree planting initiatives aimed at expanding the urban tree canopy.

The role involves supervising a dedicated team, conducting community workshops, and managing partnerships with local organizations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in urban forestry, excellent communication skills, and the ability to inspire community engagement.

This position requires hands-on work with trees and community involvement to enhance environmental resilience.