🛠 Tech Stack

💼 About This Role

You'll provide technical assistance and strategic guidance to cities, state agencies, and community partners across the Midwest to advance equitable urban forestry and climate resilience initiatives. You'll manage project scopes, timelines, and budgets while translating national strategies into on-the-ground action in underserved communities. This role blends field expertise, stakeholder engagement, and project management within a mission-driven environment.

🎯 What You'll Do

• Provide technical assistance to municipal and community partners for urban forestry planning.
• Manage project scopes, timelines, deliverables, and budgets for regional programs.
• Maintain relationships with stakeholders to identify barriers and opportunities.
• Facilitate workshops and trainings to share best practices and resources.
• Track and report on project progress using organizational systems.

📋 Requirements

• 3-5 years of professional experience in urban forestry or related field.
• Knowledge of urban forestry principles, arboriculture standards, and canopy assessment.
• Experience with municipal or state agencies, nonprofits, or community organizations.
• Strong project management skills including tracking timelines, deliverables, and budgets.

✨ Nice to Have

• Experience with grants, contracts, or publicly funded programs.
• Preferred certifications such as ISA Certified Arborist or equivalent.
• Familiarity with Tree Equity Score or similar tools.

🎁 Benefits & Perks

• 🏖️ Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 💼 Retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions (401(k) with 5% match).
• 🏠 Remote work flexibility with occasional travel (up to 15%) within the US.
• 💰 Competitive annual salary of $50,000 to $65,000 depending on experience.
• 🌱 Professional development opportunities within a mission-driven organization.

📨 Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-3 weeks · AI estimate

1. 1Recruiter screen· 30 min
2. 2Hiring manager interview· 45 min
3. 3Panel interview· 60 min