TreePeople is an environmental nonprofit whose mission is to inspire, engage and support people to take personal responsibility for the environment, making it safe, healthy, fun and sustainable, and to share the process as a model for the world. TreePeople is among the largest independent environmental organizations in California.

Sustained by a team of educators, foresters, organizers, and administrators as well as thousands of trained “Community Foresters,” TreePeople plays a leading role in mobilizing individuals, private businesses, and government agencies to work together to create resilient communities capable of withstanding the mounting challenges of climate change. For 50 years, TreePeople has partnered with community volunteers to plant and care for millions of trees throughout the cities and mountains of Southern California.

TreePeople seeks a full-time, bilingual (Spanish/English) Community Engagement Associate Manager to grow our regional presence and further our regional programmatic goals in the Inland Empire. This position will help guide our regional team in developing and implementing research-based, creative, and lasting strategies to engage community members in our project areas across Riverside and San Bernardino County. Aimed to increase our regional support base of community involvement, volunteerism, and dissemination of program resources.

Furthermore, the Community Engagement Associate Manager will participate, represent, and lead public-facing events such as town hall meetings, fundraisers, community-focused programming, community workshops, community educational events, canvassing, door-to-door knocking, etc. In addition, this role will support our Urban Forestry team in engaging community members during community tree plantings, tree care events, and tree distribution events, by working closely with forestry staff to facilitate and supervise community volunteers. Other tasks may include supporting our regional team in developing, implementing, and coordinating regional special projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Community Engagement (70%):

• Assist senior staff in developing regional community outreach and engagement strategies to increase community knowledge and participation in our regional projects.
• Serve as a community liaison by participating and representing TreePeople at public-facing events such as town hall meetings, fundraisers, community-focused programming, community workshops, community educational events, canvassing, door-to-door knocking, etc.
• Lead community engagement outreach efforts and recruit a diverse group of stakeholders, including, but not limited to, community-based organizations, faith-based groups, neighborhood associations, advocacy groups, businesses, and public officials, to support regional programmatic goals and deliverables.
• Lead in developing, implementing, and evaluating bilingual community outreach materials, printed media, and social media content in collaboration with other TreePeople Departments (Education, Marketing, Forestry, Policy, etc.,) to increase community participation in regional projects. Additionally, communicate directly with TreePeople’s Marketing and Communications department to coordinate event photography, social media posts, branding, outreach materials, and press releases.
• Support our community volunteer tree plantings, tree care events, or tree distributions to further foster relationships with volunteers. This may also include event preparation, assisting volunteers and attendees, supervising volunteers during tree installations, and post-event clean-up.
• Cultivate regional relationships to identify and develop community champions that can leverage TreePeople’s work as community champions.
• Cultivate and manage volunteer and supporter contact information within TreePeople’s internal Databases.
• Assist in promoting foundational support for TreePeople, including TreePeople Membership through The Canopy monthly giving program and one-time support through our donation portal.
• Assist and contribute to cultivating an organizational culture of philanthropy.
• Communicate and elevate all donation inquiries that involve interest in a Major or Legacy Gift to the Development Team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Community Education (30%):

• Lead in developing, implementing, and evaluating regional community engagement events, including but not limited to leading community workshops, leading community educational programming, leading field trips, providing environmental presentations, etc., in collaboration with other TreePeople Departments (Education, Marketing, Forestry, Policy, etc.) to increase community knowledge and participation.
• Lead in developing, implementing, and evaluating regional educational printed and digital materials in collaboration with other TreePeople Departments (Education, Marketing, Forestry, Policy, etc.) containing but not limited to educational printed media, educational social media content, educational audio and video recordings, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2 years of experience in project management.
• Experience with computer applications and database management.
• Interest in local climate resilience and environmental issues impacting underserved communities.
• Strong leadership, team-building, and problem-solving skills, highly organized, strong work ethic, proactive, and a quick learner.
• Available to work flexible schedules, including weekends.
• A driver’s license and proof of insurance are required.
• BA/BS degree or equivalent experience in project management, political science or related field.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Strong public speaking and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills: listening, negotiating, public speaking, and writing.
• Detail-oriented precision and demonstrated ability to concentrate on tasks that deliver accurate results.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Work demands physical energy, twisting, safe heavy lifting ability, and hand-to-eye coordination.
• Uses machines, equipment, and work tools including but not limited to shovels, breaker bars, rakes, brooms, general hand tools, lift gates, water tanks, blowers, augers.
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds overhead.
• Must be able to load and unload 15-gallon trees from a stakebed truck.
• Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day.
• Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, i.e., rain, heat, sun, cold.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

SALARY DESCRIPTION:

$26.00 per hour

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* TreePeople is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TreePeople is an environmental nonprofit whose mission is to inspire, engage and support people to take personal responsibility for the environment, making it safe, healthy, fun and sustainable, and to share the process as a model for the world. TreePeople is among the largest independent environmental organizations in California.

Sustained by a team of educators, foresters, organizers, and administrators as well as thousands of trained “Community Foresters,” TreePeople plays a leading role in mobilizing individuals, private businesses, and government agencies to work together to create resilient communities capable of withstanding the mounting challenges of climate change. For 50 years, TreePeople has partnered with community volunteers to plant and care for millions of trees throughout the cities and mountains of Southern California.

TreePeople is seeking an individual interested in community forestry to join our team as a Community Forestry Associate. The Community Forestry program engages, inspires, and supports residents to take environmental action in their communities. This position will conduct various aspects of the project such as tree planting, tree maintenance, volunteer coordination, community engagement, and data collection within the San Gabriel Valley region and surrounding communities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the organization of community tree planting and tree care events with local volunteers.
• Plant and maintain 15-gallon street trees.
• Assist with community workshops and volunteer led events, attend site visits, and help manage and maintain TreePeople tool inventory and trucks.
• Drive a truck to transport trees and water trees on a regular basis.
• Support the participation of volunteers in urban tree planting and care events.
• Utilize and maintain tree data through TreePeople’s web-based inventory.
• Gather, monitor and track data of tree plantings through GPS and site maps to comply with funding reporting and to ensure successful implementation of tree maintenance plans.
• Participate and represent TreePeople at meetings and community events as needed.
• Maintain communication with community volunteers to carry out necessary tree maintenance until the community is self-sustaining in the stewardship of their trees.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong leadership, team-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized, strong work ethic, friendly, smart, proactive and a quick learner.
• Interested in local climate resilience and environmental issues impacting communities throughout Southern California.
• Spanish fluency is preferred.
• Valid CA Driver’s license and clean driving record desired to perform job-related essential functions.
• Available to work a flexible schedule that will include weekends.
• Current residency in San Gabriel Valley preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work demands physical energy, twisting, safe heavy lifting ability, and hand-to-eye coordination.
• Uses machines, equipment, and work tools including but not limited to shovels, breaker bars, rakes, brooms, general hand tools, lift gates, water tanks, blowers, augers.
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds overhead.
• Must be able to load and unload 15-gallon trees from a stakebed truck.
• Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day.
• Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, i.e., rain, heat, sun, cold.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

SALARY DESCRIPTION:

$20.00 per hour

JOIN THE TREEPEOPLE TEAM, APPLY AT:

Please apply here →

* TreePeople is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TreePeople is an environmental nonprofit whose mission is to inspire, engage and support people to take personal responsibility for the environment, making it safe, healthy, fun and sustainable, and to share the process as a model for the world. TreePeople is among the largest independent environmental organizations in California.

Sustained by a team of educators, foresters, organizers, and administrators as well as thousands of trained “Community Foresters,” TreePeople plays a leading role in mobilizing individuals, private businesses, and government agencies to work together to create resilient communities capable of withstanding the mounting challenges of climate change. For 50 years, TreePeople has partnered with community volunteers to plant and care for millions of trees throughout the cities and mountains of Southern California.

TreePeople is seeking individuals interested in community forestry to join our team as a Community Forestry Associate. The Community Forestry program engages, inspires, and supports residents to take environmental action in their communities. This position will conduct various aspects of the project such as tree planting, tree maintenance, volunteer coordination, community engagement, and data collection within the South and Southeast Los Angeles region and surrounding communities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the organization of community tree planting and tree care events with local volunteers.
• Plant and maintain 15-gallon street trees.
• Assist with community workshops and volunteer-led events, attend site visits, and help manage and maintain TreePeople tool inventory and trucks.
• Drive a truck to transport trees and water trees on a regular basis.
• Support the participation of volunteers in urban tree planting and care events.
• Utilize and maintain tree data through TreePeople’s web-based inventory.
• Gather, monitor and track data of tree plantings through GPS and site maps to comply with funding reporting and to ensure successful implementation of tree maintenance plans.
• Participate and represent TreePeople at meetings and community events as needed.
• Maintain communication with community volunteers to carry out necessary tree maintenance until the community is self-sustaining in the stewardship of their trees.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong leadership, team-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized, strong work ethic, friendly, smart, proactive and a quick learner.
• Interested in local climate resilience and environmental issues impacting communities throughout Southern California.
• Spanish fluency is preferred.
• Valid CA Driver’s license and clean driving record desired to perform job-related essential functions.
• Available to work a flexible schedule that will include weekends.
• Current residency in South and Southeast Los Angeles preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• • Work demands physical energy, twisting, safe heavy lifting ability, and hand-to-eye coordination.
  • Uses machines, equipment, and work tools including but not limited to shovels, breaker bars, rakes, brooms, general hand tools, lift gates, water tanks, blowers, augers.
  • Must be able to lift 30 pounds overhead.
  • Must be able to load and unload 15-gallon trees from a stakebed truck.
  • Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day.
  • Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work

assignments, i.e., rain, heat, sun, cold.

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

SALARY DESCRIPTION:

$20.00 per hour

JOIN THE TREEPEOPLE TEAM, APPLY AT:

Please apply here →

* TreePeople is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TreePeople is an environmental nonprofit whose mission is to inspire, engage and support people to take personal responsibility for the environment, making it safe, healthy, fun and sustainable, and to share the process as a model for the world. TreePeople is among the largest independent environmental organizations in California. Sustained by a team of educators, foresters, organizers, and administrators as well as thousands of trained “Community Foresters,” TreePeople plays a leading role in mobilizing individuals, private businesses, and government agencies to work together to create resilient communities capable of withstanding the mounting challenges of climate change. For 50 years, TreePeople has partnered with community volunteers to plant and care for millions of trees throughout the cities and mountains of Southern California.

The Community Forestry Associate Manager will oversee implementation of projects that significantly expand tree canopy in Southeast Los Angeles by planting and caring for public trees. The Community Forestry Associate Manager will lead development and city approval of planting plans, sourcing of tree stock, organization and execution of staff and volunteer tree planting, care and distribution events, and ongoing staff tree care. The position will help to engage and inspire community members regarding the important benefits of tree canopy expansion, growing public support for the project and a base of community volunteers. The position must also ensure accurate tracking and reporting of key metrics, including trees planted, distributed, and cared for through routine maintenance. The Community Forestry Associate Manager will supervise a team of urban forestry positions and will also be supported by administrative and communications staff and a community organizer.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, implement, evaluate and expand programs to ensure a healthy, functioning urban forest and increase tree canopy coverage in high-need areas by organizing and engaging communities in fun and meaningful tree plantings, tree care, residential tree distributions and community greening projects.
• Recruit, train, supervise and support community volunteers on tree plantings, tree care and community greening projects.
• Train and supervise TreePeople’s Southeast Los Angeles Community Forestry team, and play a leading role in their hiring process.
• Manage day-to-day operations, including oversight of the Community Forestry team, providing direction as needed and ensuring timely and accurate approval and submission of associate timesheets.
• Conduct performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with local community-based organizations, elected officials, public agencies, businesses and other community stakeholders to expand TreePeople’s social and environmental impact.
• Conduct site assessments and develop detailed planting plans that include species and locations.
• Develop and implement project work plans, including event scheduling, dig alert, permitting, tree sourcing and inspection.
• Organize, support and lead community workshops and volunteer led events, evaluating future opportunities and attend site visits.
• Manage and maintain vehicle, supply and equipment inventories.
• Gather monitor and track data on tree plantings for reporting requirements and to ensure successful implementation of tree maintenance plans.
• Support contract and funder reporting requirements, including documentation and presentation of project deliverables, including photos and sign-in sheets, preparation of narrative summaries, and greenhouse gas calculations.
• Conduct community engagement and draft outreach and educational materials to grow interest in volunteer event opportunities, urban tree canopy expansion and community led tree care.
• Participate and represent TreePeople at meetings, fundraising, marketing, membership and volunteer events.
• Assist with TreePeople’s policy and research and public education initiatives, including but not limited to climate and water resilience, urban heat island mitigation, urban cooling, urban forestry management plans, and equity.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong foundation of urban forestry principles and best practices, including experience planting and caring for street trees.
• Experience with staff supervision, project management and community organizing.
• Solid computer skills, including email, document and spreadsheet basics.
• Highly-organized, strong work-ethic, friendly, smart, proactive and a quick-learner.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills: engaging, listening, negotiating, public speaking and writing.
• Strong leadership, team-building and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with local climate and water resilience and environmental issues impacting diverse communities throughout Southern California.
• Direct experience with the community of Southeast Los Angeles preferred.
• Spanish fluency is preferred.
• ISA Certified Arborist designation preferred.
• ArcGIS familiarity preferred.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Work demands physical energy, twisting, safe heavy lifting ability, and hand-to-eye coordination.
• Uses machines, equipment, and work tools including but not limited to shovels, breaker bars, rakes, brooms, general hand tools, lift gates, water tanks, blowers, augers.
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds.
• Must be able to load and unload 15-gallon trees from a stakebed truck.
• Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day.
• Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, i.e., rain, heat, sun, cold.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

SALARY DESCRIPTION:

$25.00 per hour

JOIN THE TREEPEOPLE TEAM, APPLY AT:

Please apply here →

* TreePeople is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TreePeople is an environmental nonprofit organization that is mobilizing people, business, philanthropists, and public agencies to work together to create green, resilient communities by planting trees, capturing the rainwater, greening schools, and providing fun environmental educational activities. We inspire, engage, and support the community to increase the urban tree canopy and address climate threats and environmental justice in Los Angeles and across the region.

The Community Forestry Associate Manager will oversee implementation of projects that significantly expand tree canopy in the San Gabriel Valley by planting and caring for public trees. They will also lead development and city approval of planting plans, sourcing of tree stock, organization and execution of staff and volunteer tree planting, care and distribution events, and ongoing staff tree care. The position will help to engage and inspire community members regarding the important benefits of tree canopy expansion, growing public support for the project and a base of community volunteers. The position must also ensure accurate tracking and reporting of key metrics, including trees planted, distributed, and cared for through routine maintenance.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, implement, evaluate and expand programs to ensure a healthy, functioning urban forest and increase tree canopy coverage in high-need areas by organizing and engaging communities in fun and meaningful tree plantings, tree care, residential tree distributions and community greening projects.
• Recruit, train, supervise and support community volunteers on tree plantings, tree care and community greening projects.
• Train and supervise TreePeople’s San Gabriel Valley Community Forestry team, and play a leading role in their hiring process.
• Manage day-to-day operations, including oversight of the Community Forestry team, providing direction as needed and ensuring timely and accurate approval and submission of associate timesheets.
• Conduct performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with local community-based organizations, elected officials, public agencies, businesses and other community stakeholders to expand TreePeople’s social and environmental impact.
• Conduct site assessments and develop detailed planting plans that include species and locations.
• Develop and implement project work plans, including event scheduling, dig alert, permitting, tree sourcing and inspection.
• Organize, support and lead community workshops and volunteer led events, evaluating future opportunities and attend site visits.
• Manage and maintain vehicle, supply and equipment inventories.
• Gather monitor and track data on tree plantings for reporting requirements and to ensure successful implementation of tree maintenance plans.
• Support contract and funder reporting requirements, including documentation and presentation of project deliverables, including photos and sign-in sheets, preparation of narrative summaries, and greenhouse gas calculations.
• Conduct community engagement and draft outreach and educational materials to grow interest in volunteer event opportunities, urban tree canopy expansion and community led tree care.
• Participate and represent TreePeople at meetings, fundraising, marketing, membership and volunteer events.
• Assist with TreePeople’s policy and research and public education initiatives, including but not limited to climate and water resilience, urban heat island mitigation, urban cooling, urban forestry management plans, and equity.
• San Gabriel Valley staff are required to report to TailoredSpace offices with remote work available at the Associate Director’s discretion.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong foundation of urban forestry principles and best practices, including experience planting and caring for street trees.
• Experience with staff supervision, project management and community organizing.
• Solid computer skills, including email, document and spreadsheet basics.
• Highly-organized, strong work-ethic, friendly, smart, proactive and a quick-learner.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills: engaging, listening, negotiating, public speaking and writing.
• Strong leadership, team-building and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with local climate and water resilience and environmental issues impacting diverse communities throughout Southern California.
• Direct experience with the community of San Gabriel Valley preferred.
• Spanish fluency is preferred.
• ISA Certified Arborist designation preferred.
• ArcGIS familiarity preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work demands physical energy, twisting, safe heavy lifting ability, and hand-to-eye coordination.
• Uses machines, equipment, and work tools including but not limited to shovels, breaker bars, rakes, brooms, general hand tools, lift gates, water tanks, blowers, augers.
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds.
• Must be able to load and unload 15-gallon trees from a stakebed truck.
• Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day.
• Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, i.e., rain, heat, sun, cold.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

SALARY DESCRIPTION:

$26.00 per hour

JOIN THE TREEPEOPLE TEAM, APPLY AT:

Please apply here →

* TreePeople is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Community Forestry Foreperson (CFF) will operate a highly productive crew of foresters in support of a variety of regional community forestry projects while also providing training and educational activities to further the technical expertise of their staff. The CFF will manage the operation and scope of work for their workforce crew with the ultimate goal of promoting urban forest stewardship across Southern California. The CFF will also schedule and oversee Climate Action Corps fellows in their support roles.

The CFF will be positioned to contribute to higher-end project management tasks such as public agency coordination, permitting and sourcing of quality tree stock, as well as project implementation tasks such as planning and execution of staff tree planting and tree care. The position must ensure accurate tracking and reporting of key metrics, including trees planted and cared for, and the schedule of training activities. In addition to project-specific activities and crew supervision, the CFF will take a mentorship role, guiding early career professionals while positioning them to gain certifications in arboriculture. This will involve building partnerships to both recruit program participants and connect them with job opportunities in the public and private sectors.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop & implement workforce development programs to ensure career advancement opportunities for participants while meeting project deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and safety protocols throughout project functions, and promote the utmost level of safety within the team.
• Maintain effective communication with the Associate Director of Community Forestry, promptly addressing safety issues, personnel concerns, and any other requirements for support.
• Comply with permitting requirements and city regulations while conducting TreePeople business operations.
• Manage crews conducting urban forestry activities that result in widespread canopy expansion.
• Monitor and evaluate direct reports’ progress and effectiveness, providing feedback and support as needed.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate records of team performance and program outcomes to ensure effective data-driven reporting and informed decision making.
• Implement diverse training programs for crew members in arboriculture, landscaping, natural resource management, and related disciplines.
• Provide instruction and demonstration of field activities such as site assessment, GPS/GIS inventory tracking, tree planting, and tree maintenance.
• Facilitate professional development opportunities to assist team members in obtaining trade certifications, including the International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist.
• Translate technical resources, including best management practices, professional publications, and project specifications, into accessible concepts for entry-level personnel.
• Maintain a professional demeanor when engaging with stakeholders during the conduct of TreePeople business operations.
• Develop and execute project work plans, including planting and maintenance schedules, site assessments, as well as tree procurement and inspection.
• Oversee and sustain inventories of vehicles, supplies, and equipment.
• Collect, oversee, and document tree planting data to fulfill reporting obligations, and to guarantee successful execution of tree maintenance plans.
• Support contract and funding reporting requirements, encompassing documentation and presentation of project deliverables such as photographs, sign-in sheets, narrative summaries, and GIS data sets.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience required, preferably in leading fieldwork teams or crews.
• Strong foundation of urban forestry principles and best practices, including experience planting and maintaining public trees.
• Demonstrated proficiency in leadership and team oversight abilities.
• Capacity to inspire, guide and promote growth in team members.
• Experience working on urban forestry projects in the City of Los Angeles preferred.
• Exceptional organizational skills, proactive, amicable, and motivated.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities, encompassing active listening, negotiation and public speaking.
• Substantial proficiency in computer applications, including email, essential document and spreadsheet operations, GIS platforms, and project management software.
• Proven experience in operating stake bed trucks safely within residential regions.
• Possession of an ISA Certified Arborist designation is highly preferred. A candidate may be deemed eligible if they can showcase their commitment to achieving certification within 3 months of employment commencement.
• Proficiency in Spanish is beneficial and highly favored.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Work demands physical energy, twisting, safe heavy lifting ability, and hand-to-eye coordination.
• Uses machines, equipment, and work tools including but not limited to shovels, breaker bars, rakes, brooms, general hand tools, lift gates, water tanks, blowers, augers.
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds.
• Must be able to load and unload 15-gallon trees from a stakebed truck.
• Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day.
• Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, i.e., rain, heat, sun, cold.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

SALARY DESCRIPTION:

$70,000 to $75,000 per year

JOIN THE TREEPEOPLE TEAM, APPLY AT:

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* TreePeople is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TreePeople is an environmental nonprofit organization that is mobilizing people, business, philanthropists, and public agencies to work together to create green, resilient communities by planting trees, capturing the rainwater, greening schools, and providing fun environmental educational activities. We inspire, engage, and support the community to increase the urban tree canopy and address climate threats and environmental justice in Los Angeles and across the region.

We are seeking an Outdoor Equity Educator for the Natural Connections program that delivers environmental and sustainability education, family tours, and moonlight hikes to over 10,000 people each year at Coldwater Canyon Park, Salt Lake Park, Audubon Center at Debs Park, Cindy Montanez Natural Park, Rudy Ortega Park, and Stunt Ranch. The goal of the program is to connect people, especially youth, to outdoor spaces and create a more climate resilient city through the planting and care of trees; conserving, capturing and infiltrating water; creating healthy, productive soil; and more.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver intentional, fun, and educational experiences to youth, community, and family groups on most weekdays.
• Deliver weekend guided tours through natural spaces for young people, community, and family groups as needed.
• Deliver evening Moonlight hikes as needed.
• Supervise, support, and lead large groups of students participating in community plantings and mountain restoration events.
• Set up stations and ensure a clean and safe space prior to student arrival.
• Provide in-class educational opportunities at schools, local libraries, and other education-centric spaces.
• Maintain all equipment, displays, and props needed to carry out Natural Connections tours, Eco-Tours, Family Tours, and Moonlight Hikes.
• Support TreePeople’s Nursery, Park Operations, Urban Forestry, and Mountain Forestry teams as needed.
• Represent TreePeople in the classroom, community, and beyond.
• Participate in Education and TreePeople All-Staff gatherings.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be committed to environmental sustainability and social justice.
• Must have experience working with young people and adults.
• Must demonstrate flexibility, patience, and strong time management skills.
• Experience and/or education in interpretive/environmental education, and/or performing arts is preferred.
• Strong communication skills and comfort speaking to a group or to individuals.
• Must be organized, detail oriented, and punctual.
• Able to work outside for hours at a time during tree planting events, tree care events, and canvassing.
• Able to dig holes, lift heavy equipment, and planting materials, including 15-gallon shade trees, 5-gallon water buckets, and tools.
• Able to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Able to stand and walk for long periods.
• Must have reliable transportation and be willing to drive to schools and parks all over Los Angeles County.
• Driver’s license and proof of insurance required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Proof of Covid-19 vaccination required.

The ideal candidate possesses a sound grasp of ecology and environmental issues, a basic understanding of effective educational methods, cross-cultural sensitivity, and a playful sense of fun.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, this position requires standing (mostly as a presenter), walking, driving, as well as the ability to lift 25 pounds.

SALARY DESCRIPTION:

$20.00 per hour

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* TreePeople is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TreePeople is an environmental nonprofit whose mission is to inspire, engage and support people to take personal responsibility for the environment, making it safe, healthy, fun and sustainable, and to share the process as a model for the world. TreePeople is among the largest independent environmental organizations in California. Sustained by a team of educators, foresters, organizers, and administrators as well as thousands of trained “Community Foresters,” TreePeople plays a leading role in mobilizing individuals, private businesses, and government agencies to work together to create resilient communities capable of withstanding the mounting challenges of climate change. For 50 years, TreePeople has partnered with community volunteers to plant and care for millions of trees throughout the cities and mountains of Southern California.

The Public Relations Specialist will support the Marketing & Communications Department by communicating the purpose and mission of TreePeople via media releases, advisories, and messaging materials, planning and executing press events, and working with TreePeople teams across Southern California to tell their stories. The position will draft and edit promotional and fundraising communications while managing multiple projects simultaneously with a high level of precision.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drafting, editing, and distributing press/media releases and advisories.
• Planning, coordinating, and executing press events to amplify TreePeople’s work.
• Draft and refine talking points and messaging materials for external use.
• Cultivating connections with media outlets, reporters, editors, and pitching stories.
• Maintaining media distribution lists.
• Serving as a liaison between the Marketing & Communications team and other departments to ensure consistent messaging.
• Collaborate with staff across departments to identify and shape compelling, story-driven content.
• Train and support staff on best practices for media appearances.
• Assist with organizing and covering in-person volunteer, cultural, and fundraising events as needed.
• Drafting and editing TreePeople promotional and fundraising communications for various platforms.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM JOB EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• 2-3 years prior experience in public relations, communications, or related field.
• Strong understanding of the current media landscape, particularly related to environmental issues in both print and digital media.
• Pre-existing relationships with journalists, editors, and content creators preferred.
• Highly-organized, proactive, and adaptable with the ability to learn quickly.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including listening, negotiating, public speaking, and writing.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong leadership, team-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Spanish fluency is preferred.
• Must be comfortable working some weekends, as needed.

SALARY DESCRIPTION:

$31.25 per hour

JOIN THE TREEPEOPLE TEAM, APPLY AT:

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* TreePeople is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TreePeople is an environmental nonprofit organization that mobilizes individuals, families, communities, philanthropists, and public agencies to work together to create green, resilient communities by providing education on the benefits of planting trees, capturing rainwater, greening schools, and providing fun environmental educational activities. TreePeople unites with communities to grow a greener, shadier and more water-secure region at homes, neighborhoods, schools and in the local mountains.

The Regional Manager will oversee implementation of multiple projects to significantly expand tree canopy across the San Fernando Valley). The projects will partner with cities, schools, and community volunteers to plant and care for thousands of street trees and will also distribute thousands of shade and fruit trees to community members to plant at their homes across the San Fernando Valley. The Regional Manager will oversee the development and city approval of planting plans, sourcing of tree stock, organization and execution of volunteer tree planting, care and distribution events, and ongoing staff tree care. The position will lead the community forestry team to engage and inspire community members regarding the important benefits of tree canopy expansion, growing public support for the project and a base of community volunteers. The position must also ensure accurate tracking and reporting of key metrics, including trees planted, distributed, and cared for.

The Regional Manager will lead a growing team of community forestry positions and will also be supported by community organizers. In addition to tree canopy expansion in the San Fernando Valley, the Regional Manager will play a vital role in growing TreePeople’s impact in the region through continued urban and mountain forestry projects, equitable access to nature, and urban greening.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, implement, and evaluate internal systems to maintain efficient data collection and project management for all San Fernando Valley forestry projects.
• Manage, supervise, and evaluate San Fernando Valley team employees to ensure compliance of Employee Handbook, contract deliverables, job responsibilities and other duties assigned.
• Develop, implement, evaluate, and expand programs to ensure a healthy, functioning urban forest and increase tree canopy coverage in the region by organizing and engaging communities in fun and meaningful tree plantings, tree care, residential tree distributions and community greening projects.
• Train and supervise TreePeople’s San Fernando Valley urban forestry team, and lead in their hiring process. Manage a growing team of Community Forestry staff and Community Organizers.
• Provide leadership by mentoring and supporting the Community Forestry team members with all tasks.
• Ensure all team members receive annual reviews and corrective work plans as necessary.
• Drive cultural inclusiveness by partnering with external community organizations, local schools, elected officials, and other community members to identify practical strategies to improve access to green spaces in urban communities of high need.
• Ensure development and implementation of project work plans, including event scheduling, dig alert, tree sourcing and inspections.
• Ensure that the team manages and maintains work vehicle, supply, and equipment inventories.
• Ensure that contract and funder reporting requirements, including documentation and presentation of project deliverables, including photos and sign-in sheets, preparation of narrative summaries, and greenhouse gas calculations.
• Participate and represent TreePeople at meetings, fundraising, marketing, membership and volunteer events.
• Assist with TreePeople’s policy and research and public education initiatives, including but not limited to climate and water resilience, urban heat island mitigation, urban cooling, urban forestry management plans, and equity.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directs, plans, and assigns necessary duties to assigned team members.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Assess, develop, and implement skill and professional development training needs of the team.
• Oversees the recruiting, onboarding, and discipline of employees in coordination with the Director of Human Resource and in accordance with TreePeople’s policies.
• Manage day-to-day regional operations, including oversight of employees, duties, providing direction as needed and ensuring timely and accurate approval and submission of employee timesheets and reimbursement requests.

REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS degree in Forestry, Ecological Restoration, Natural Sciences, Conservation Biology, or related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• 5 years of experience with staff supervision, project management and community engagement.
• Strong foundation of urban forestry principles and best practices, including experience planting and caring for street trees.
• ISA Certified Arborist designation or ability to attain within 3 months after being hired.
• Highly organized, strong work-ethic, friendly, smart, proactive and a quick-learner.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills: engaging, listening, negotiating, public speaking and writing.
• Strong leadership, team-building and problem-solving skills.
• 5 years of experience with staff supervision, project management and community engagement.
• Familiarity with local climate and water resilience and environmental issues impacting diverse communities throughout the San Fernando Valley.
• Proficient computer skills, (Google workplace, ASANA, Slack, Salesforce).
• Spanish fluency is preferred.
• ArcGIS familiarity preferred.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Work demands physical energy, twisting, safe heavy lifting ability, and hand-to-eye coordination.
• Uses machines, equipment, and work tools including but not limited to shovels, breaker bars, rakes, brooms, general hand tools, lift gates, water tanks, blowers, augers.
• Must be able to carry and walk with 30 pounds for at least 50 feet.
• Must be able to load and unload 15-gallon trees from a stakebed truck.
• Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day.
• Must be able to withstand exposure to extreme weather while completing work assignments, i.e., rain, heat, sun, cold.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

SALARY DESCRIPTION:

$70,000 to $75,000 per year

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TreePeople is an environmental nonprofit organization that is mobilizing people, business, philanthropists, and public agencies to work together to create green, resilient communities by planting trees, capturing the rainwater, greening schools, and providing fun environmental educational activities. We inspire, engage, and support the community to increase the urban tree canopy and address climate threats and environmental justice in Los Angeles and across the region.

The School Partnerships Associate Manager will be responsible for assisting the Managers, Associate Director, and Director of TreePeople’s Environmental Education and Outdoor Equity programs (i.e., the leadership team) to support new partnerships and maintain enduring partnerships with schools and education-based organizations, their teachers and administrators.

This position helps guide the strategic targets and impact of department’s team of ~20 members who provide interpretive field trips (access to nature, stewardship, and service-learning projects) and on-campus project-based outdoor learning and presentations; this key position collaborates with the department’s leadership team and coordinators to track, target, and optimize partner development, outreach presentations and calls/meetings, community engagement, teacher communications and recognition, geostrategy, data management, and program deliverables in order to benefit our school partners and communities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with the Environmental Education and Outdoor Equity leadership team to maintain and support partnerships with schools, teachers, administrators, school districts, and youth across K-12 grade bands to strengthen our goals and target regions identified by TreePeople and Los Angeles County Public Works.
• Promote high attendance and engagement in Environmental Education and Outdoor Equity workshops and programming across Los Angeles County through demonstrated expertise in project management, communication, and geostrategy.
• Facilitate high-quality outreach presentations and discussions at educator conferences, school district/administrator meetings and local events targeted to teachers and students, providing responsive communication to stakeholders regarding the department’s programs and opportunities.
• Support departmental leadership and coordinators in geostrategy to help connect coordinators to strategic school sites, including analysis of Salesforce data and mapping software, proactive participation in regional geostrategy meetings with leadership team and coordinators, and use of evidence-based assessments of partnership development; collaborate with TreePeople’s Manager of Strategy & Impact.
• Maintain public-facing communications for the Generation Earth program, including regular monitoring of email and telephone requests by teachers, fielding requests in order to help direct teachers to the coordinators who provide environmental education and service-learning projects to that geographic area and grade band.
• Manage Generation Earth Website, newsletter, and social media outreach in collaboration with both Managers of Environmental Education and Outdoor Equity (both Middle School and High Schools) as well as the department’s Director and Associate Director; coordinate with TreePeople’s Marketing and Communications Team.
• Contribute to consistent and accurate reporting, metrics tracking, and data collection for key Environmental Education and Outdoor Equity initiatives in collaboration with the department’s leadership team and TreePeople’s Strategy & Impact Manager.
• Work with Director and Associate Director to help track and target school districts within Los Angeles County; use understanding of district structure and needs to expand and sustain TreePeople’s district partnerships.
• Represent TreePeople’s Environmental Education and Outdoor Equity in regional and state environmental education community meetings and opportunities, reporting back to leadership on opportunities for networking, professional development, best practices, new environmental education policies, curricular priorities, and future funding.
• Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned to support the overall objectives of TreePeople and its Environmental Education and Outdoor Equity programs.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven project management skills such as accountability, time management, prioritizing tasks, and ability to meet high-pressure deadlines.
• Proven skills in outreach and engagement, including but not limited to: social media and newsletter outreach.
• Proven relationship with schools and school districts across Los Angeles County.
• High computer literacy, including familiarity with Salesforce, ArcGIS, Asana, Google Suite, Microsoft Suite, and other internet-based programs.
• Experience in outreach and networking with schools and teachers, giving presentations, event planning, and event facilitation.
• The ability and willingness to visit school sites across Los Angeles County to communicate with school district personnel, administrators, educators, and youth, plus effective strategic use of telephone and email.
• Community-oriented individual who is adept at mobilizing and prioritizing the needs of a community.
• Should have an understanding of equity, inclusion, and cultural relevance.
• Must be able to work well both independently and on a team.
• Strong communication skills that include professional writing, public speaking, and intra-personal communication.
• Spanish fluency is a plus.
• Ability to work on some Saturdays.
• Experience working in South LA, Southeast LA, and/or Northeast San Fernando Valley is a plus.
• Valid California Driver License and reliable transportation is mandatory.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• While performing the duties of this job, this position requires the ability to drive and lift 15 pounds.

SALARY DESCRIPTION:

$26.00 per hour

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* TreePeople is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TreePeople is an environmental nonprofit organization that mobilizes individuals, families, communities, philanthropists, and public agencies to work together to create green, resilient communities by providing education on the benefits of planting trees, capturing the rainwater, greening schools, and providing fun environmental educational activities. TreePeople unites with communities to grow a greener, shadier and more water-secure region at homes, neighborhoods, schools and in the local mountains.

Under the direction of the Wildland Restoration Crew Foreperson, the Wildland Restoration Tech works across all our restoration projects in the Santa Monica Mountains, Angeles National Forest, San Bernardino Mountains and other local ranges of mountains in Southern California. Tasks include weed removal, native plantings, plant propagation, surveying/monitoring of insects or trees and long-term maintenance.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide all labor aspects for habitat restoration and forest health management including but not limited to nonnative invasive plant species removal and control (manual, mechanical, and chemical methods), native seed application and container plant installation and maintenance, construction and maintenance of temporary irrigation systems, and erosion control.
• Use ArcGIS to survey and monitor various locations for restoration projects.
• Ensure safety as the top priority during all restoration activities and projects; promote a ‘culture of safety’ with emphasis on adherence to TreePeople policies and procedures.
• Support TreePeople's nursery by participating in seed collection and treatment and any propagation-related activity.
• Maintenance of tools, equipment, and vehicles. Ensure all tools are in working order.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 2 years working as part of a crew in field roles such as habitat restoration, wildlife management, trail building, weed abatement, farming, etc.
• A valid driver's license is required; must be able to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check.
• Ability to obtain Wilderness Advanced First Aid/CPR training.
• Genuine interest in environmental conservation and the future of Southern California’s wilderness areas.
• Must exemplify safe work practices.
• Available for a 4-day work week (10-hour shifts), including some weekends.
• Open to occasional travel for work-related assignments.
• Proficient in G-Suite applications with a willingness to learn new data entry platforms.
• Proficiency in or a willingness to learn California native and invasive plant identification.
• Spanish fluency is preferred.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Work demands physical energy, twisting, safe heavy lifting ability, and hand-to-eye coordination.
• Ability to use a variety of machines and tools, including shovels, McLeods, pitchforks, general hand tools, lift gates, water tanks, fire hoses, fire hydrants, weed whips, and augers, among others.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds throughout a work day repeatedly.
• Must be capable of occasionally hiking 3 to 8 miles daily in varying terrains, including steep, rocky, or uneven surfaces, often while carrying equipment and tools.
• Must be able to frequently enter and exit a truck cab and bed throughout the day.
• Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, i.e., rain, heat, sun, cold.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods.

SALARY DESCRIPTION:

$20.00 to $24.00 per hour

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POSITION LOCATION:

Beverly Hills, California (Mountain Team) & El Monte, California (Urban Team)

TERM OF SERVICE:

Full-time; serve 1700+ hours from September 16, 2024 - August 14, 2025

TIME COMMITMENT:

Serve 40 hours per week, with Urban Forestry Team hours Tuesday — Saturday, approximately 7:00am - 4:00pm and Mountain Forestry Team hours Wednesday — Saturday approximately 6:30am - 5:00pm

ABOUT CALIFORNIA CLIMATE ACTION CORPS (CCAC):

California Climate Action Corps (CCAC) is a Governorʼs initiative national service program led by California Volunteers, Office of the Governor and implemented by Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) dedicated to advancing climate actions that engage community members, cultivate change, and leave a lasting impact.

CCAC is part of a larger statewide initiative to address the climate crisis by placing emerging leaders with public agencies, nonprofits, tribal communities, and educational institutions to mobilize communities through volunteer engagement, climate action, and education service projects focused on urban greening, organic waste and edible food recovery, and wildfire resiliency.

Selected Fellows will serve 1700+ hours as AmeriCorps members over approximately eleven months, supporting community volunteer engagement, climate action, or education projects in vulnerable communities across the state. CCAC meets Californians where they are and provides meaningful opportunities for everyone to take climate action. For more information, please visit: https://www.californiavolunteers.ca.gov/about-california-climate-action-corps

ABOUT HOST PARTNER SITE:

TreePeople, a pioneering nonprofit since 1973, leads the charge in nature-based solutions to Southern California's environmental challenges. Our mission unites communities to cultivate greener, cooler, and more water-secure environments while empowering youth-driven climate action. Specializing in equity-driven initiatives, we focus on environmental education, watershed coordination, urban forestry, wildlands restoration, and policy advocacy to create a sustainable future for all.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

TreePeople, one of California's largest independent environmental organizations, is dedicated to empowering individuals to embrace personal responsibility for nurturing a safe, healthy, enjoyable, and sustainable environment. With a team comprising educators, organizers, foresters, and thousands of trained volunteers, TreePeople leads the charge in mobilizing communities to collaborate towards achieving climate resilience. Over the past 5 decades, TreePeople has engaged more than 3 million individuals in planting and caring for over 3 million trees. Our primary objective is to actively engage and organize communities at the local level, throughout Los Angeles County, and beyond, catalyzing a transformative response to climate change and establishing a replicable global model for climate resiliency. TreePeople is seeking 8 Fellows for 2 teams who are passionate about the environment, urban greening, forestry, climate resilience, and environmental justice, particularly those from the communities we aim to serve. The Urban Forestry Team will be based out of El Monte, CA with projects spanning Los Angeles County, and the Mountain Forestry Team will be based out of Beverly Hills, CA with projects spanning the Angeles National Forest.

Urban Forestry Team duties include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct post-fire reforestation and habitat restoration efforts in designated areas, removing invasive species and flash fuels to preserve native plant ecosystem in urban environments
• Identify suitable sites for tree planting initiatives in urban areas, lead tree planting and maintenance activities, and monitor site progress to promote equitable tree canopy coverage

Mountain Forestry Team duties include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct post-fire reforestation and habitat restoration efforts in designated areas, removing invasive species and flash fuels to preserve native plant ecosystem in the Angeles National Forest
• Assist with seed collection, treatment, and propagation activities as needed

All Team duties include, but are not limited to:

• Recruit, coordinate, and support volunteers to assist with urban tree planting and care events and forest restoration to foster community engagement, raise awareness, and promote environmental stewardship
• Cultivate relationships with community members through effective communication, volunteer retention efforts, and event participation to encourage community engagement and sustain conservation efforts
• Track program data and analyze results to quantify climate impact
• Participation in training not to exceed 20% (340-hours) of total service hours
• Fellow duties will not include any prohibited or unallowable activities per 45 CFR § 2520.65
• Fellow duties will not supplant, duplicate, or displace staff as outlined in 45 CFR § 2540.100 (e)-(f)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Live in California by August 16, 2024
• Must be age 18 or older by September 16, 2024
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must be a US Citizen, US National, or lawful US resident to participate

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience in Volunteer Engagement, Event Coordination, Community Outreach, Environmental Education, Field Experience, Home Hardening/ Defensible Space, Volunteer Management, Environmental Justice/ Equity, Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration, Event Planning, GIS / Mapping, and Data/ Quantitative Analysis. Other valuable contributions include:

• An interest in climate change mitigation, volunteerism, or public service
• Experience with outreach, education, training, or community behavior change
• Fundamental understanding of climate change science, environmental policies in California, and/or environmental priorities
• Excellent organizational, writing, interpersonal, and speaking skills

BENEFITS OF SERVICE:

Fellows with TreePeople will work on forest health resilience projects in Angeles National Forest and tree canopy equity initiatives in urban areas, gaining skills and hands-on experience in habitat restoration, volunteer coordination, community engagement, and environmental education. Fellows will receive supervision and training from experienced staff members and have the chance to earn certifications such as CPR/First Aid/AED. Other benefits include:

• Receive up to $33,000 stipend (before taxes) distributed evenly over the 11-month service term
• Earn up to $10,000 in education awards (before taxes and upon completion of 1700 hours)
• Participation in 170-340 hours of training and professional development
• Receive food assistance via CalFresh (for those eligible)
• Forbearance on existing qualifying student loans and interest payments accrued during the service term
• Minimum essential healthcare coverage
• Childcare assistance (for those eligible)

ABOUT BACR:

As the program implementation lead, Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) is responsible for the member's (Fellow's) recruitment and placement at the Host Partner Site listed above. BACR is the Implementing Agency that manages the Fellows' payroll and benefits. We cultivate an environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all employees and National Service members.

We are firmly committed to maintaining an atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally. Therefore, we enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make decisions without regard to race, religion or religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, medical condition, disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws or ordinances.

Our management team is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this equal opportunity policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during a Fellow's term of service.

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