Tree Corps Crew Leader

Holden Forests and Gardens is seeking a seasonal Tree Corps Crew Leader. Located at the Cleveland Botanical Garden, the Tree Corps Team Leader will be expected to lead a crew of 6-8 Tree Corps XP students (ages 18-22) and be the main point-person for all hands-on learning and crew coordination. Tree Corps XP is a career-building experience that uses hands-on work and classroom instruction to train young adults interested in entering the field of arboriculture.

Responsibilities

• Directs the daily supervision and activities of the Tree Corps XP crew.
• Responsible for the organization, safe and correct use, and maintenance of all tools and vehicles.
• Instructs Tree Corps XP crew members in basic, proper tree-care techniques and principles including but not limited to planting, structural pruning, mulching, site selection etc.
• Responsible for the safe and timely transport of the Tree Corps XP crew to worksites.
• Engaging the Tree Corps XP crew in well-executed, on-site work on HF&G campuses and in the Cleveland Community.
• Communicates directly with community partners and planting location point-people to coordinate logistics.
• Conducts training and community forestry activities with Tree Corps crew members to support mission driven initiatives within Holden Forests & Gardens and in collaboration with regional partners.
• Supports Holden Forests & Gardens efforts to implement aspects of The Cleveland Tree Plan.
• Assists in the creation of online and social media content.
• Participates and supports the Tree Steward, Tree Campus USA, and Arbor Care volunteers in the community and within HF&G.
• Supports ongoing outreach and technical instruction on tree care
• Collaborating with local community members and partner organizations; providing support for day-to-day project management; equipment and basic vehicle maintenance; creating content for community forestry social media; supporting community forestry projects as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Solid understanding of best management practices in tree care; solid understanding of ANSI A300 standards.
• Proven ability to coordinate a team.
• Flexible and patient.
• Willingness to work directly with people from diverse backgrounds and nationalities with sensitivity and enthusiasm.
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong writing and speaking communication skills.
• Ability to work with staff, enlisting cooperation across program areas, and with outside parties, including collaborators and contractors, in all relevant areas.

Preferred Qualifications and Competencies

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Horticulture, Urban Forestry, Agriculture, Environmental Sciences, or a related field
• ISA Certified Arborist
• Experience as an instructor or educator
• 1-3 years relevant experience
• Experience in working with volunteers
• Any competency in non-English languages

Eligibility

• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule.
• Must have a driving record in good standing.
• Willingness to participate in tree care education across all seasons in varying conditions both indoors and outdoors.

Physical Demands

• Perform required tasks in all weather conditions.
• Effective vision and hearing.
• Ability to understand basic instructions using the English language.
• Hand and arm dexterity.
• Walking and working on wet, uneven, slippery terrain.
• Occasionally lifting and carrying of up to 50 lbs.
• Kneeling, bending, stooping, grabbing, and reaching.

Position Details

• Starting in April 2020 (will consider flexibility with start and end dates)
• Non-exempt (hourly), seasonal; approximately 40 hours per week
• Total seasonal hours will be in the range of 550 - 600

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Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Qualified applicants should submit a résumé with salary requirements online at:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=db704977-d8c5-4be2-a36a-23f4002eddc0&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=346325&source=CC3&lang=en_US

 Holden Forests & Gardens is an equal opportunity, ADA employer and a drug-free workplace