Community Forestry Service Member

AmeriCorps is seeking a Community Forestry Service Member in Philadelphia, PA, for the Cohanzick Climate Corps. Responsibilities include managing trees and green spaces, assessing tree health, performing care activities, and educating the public on environmental stewardship. Candidates should have knowledge of arboriculture, safety protocols, and teamwork skills. The position offers industry certifications, a living allowance, and training. Applicants must be 18-65 years old, with a full-time commitment from September 2024 to August 2025.
The Community Forestry position at Cohanzick Climate Corps involves managing and maintaining trees and green spaces within the community. Key responsibilities include assessing tree health, performing tree care activities such as pruning and removal, and educating the public about tree preservation and environmental stewardship. The role requires a strong understanding of arboriculture practices, safety protocols, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Candidates will recieve relevant certifications and experience in tree care. The position emphasizes community engagement and promoting sustainability initiatives.

Member Duties : Properly trim, weed, mulch plants and install trees in Open Space sites and Trails. Use, maintain and properly operate ground landscape equipment. Learn and performing job site work-orders in spec to ANSI 3000 standards and safety Learn proper tree and plant-care best practices in spec with ANSI 3000 PPE - maintain and wear and all times Utilizing ArborPro or related Software to Collect and organize data reports for Tree Inventory, Hazardous Tree Identification and Heat Mapping Attend mandatory AmeriCorps Events and Meetings Attend mandatory Program Events and Meetings Attend mandatory Program Training and Education

Program Benefits : Industry Certifications , Living Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service , Training .

Terms :
Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours , Uniforms provided and required .

Service Areas :
Environment , Community Outreach , Community and Economic Development .

Skills :
Enjoy working outdoors , Team Work , Leadership , Community Organization .

SUMMARY

Program Type:

AmeriCorps State / National

Program

Community Forestry Service Member

Program Start/End Date

09/01/2024 - 08/31/2025

Work Schedule

Full Time

Education level

High school diploma/GED

Age Requirement

Minimum: 18 Maximum: 65

Program Locations

NEW JERSEY Philadelphia/Wilmington/Atlantic City

Languages

English

Accepting Applications

From 10/01/2024 To 12/31/2024

Contact

Brianne Solomon

17 E Commerce St

Bridgeton NJ 08302

856-455-0600

bsolomon@nativeadvancement.org

https://www.cohanzickclimatecorps.org/arborist.html#/

Listing ID

124798