Urban Forestry Outreach Specialist

The Urban Forestry Outreach Specialist at Koreatown Youth & Community Center in Los Angeles is responsible for outreach, community engagement, and supporting the Urban Forestry Program. Duties include collaborating with partners, promoting tree planting initiatives, conducting workshops, and managing grant deliverables. This full-time position requires working Tuesday to Saturday, with a focus on achieving environmental goals and maintaining project data.
Summary: Under the direction of the Urban Forestry Coordinator, the Urban Forestry Outreach Specialist is responsible for performing day-to-day tasks, in coordination with the entire Urban Forestry Program, Graffiti Removal, and Community Engagement staff, in an effort to achieve the short and long-term goals of KYCC’s Urban Forestry Program and Environmental Services unit. Performance is reviewed on a continuous basis with specific goals and objectives identified throughout the term. Reliability and quality of work will be emphasized. This is a full-time, non-exempt position working 40 hours per week. The scheduled working hours are Tuesday - Saturday, 6:30 am to 3:00 pm, but can vary based on program and community needs.



Duties / Responsibilities:

- Responsible for outreach and urban forestry by:
• Mobilizing and working collaboratively with current partners and generating new partnerships with community-based agencies, neighborhood councils, and schools to develop relationships that lead to participation in activities benefiting the Environmental Services unit vision;
• Working with local stakeholders to identify environmental needs and projects and implementing creative solutions aligned with the Urban Forestry Program;
• Actively promote the Urban Forestry program to support annual tree planting goal of over 1,000 street trees;
• Securing “Commitment to Water” forms from residents to meet individual annual tree planting goal within focus area;
• Conducting workshops and community events to promote the importance of trees in urban settings to help meet Urban Forestry programs planting goals.

- Responsible for Environmental Services Unit support by:
• Following Urban Forestry Division guidelines for trees installation;
• Inspecting and permitting site locations and communities for possible tree locations according to LA City standards;
• Assisting with overseeing and observing any volunteer labor during work hours.

- Assist with grant management within focus area by:
• Overseeing grant deliverables within focus area as assigned by the Urban Forestry Coordinator and/or Environmental Services Manager.
• Assisting in relevant grant and contract implementation and data tracking.
• Making recommendations in regards to relevant grants within focus area.

- Responsible for the completion and submission of necessary paperwork by:
• Inputting and managing clean capture of relevant project data in Salesforce (volunteer database), VolunteerMatters and Plan-it Geo (tree database).
• Proactively correcting past data collection errors on projects within focus area.

- Provide responsible handling of KYCC vehicles by:
• Driving/abiding by all California State vehicle laws.
• Performing pre and post trip inspections (contained in vehicle logs), for assigned vehicle.
• Ensuring that each vehicle driven is road worthy, safely loaded, and that all safety devices (seat belts, fire extinguishers, etc.) are in good working order.
• Updating the vehicle maintenance log.

- Attend all meetings, trainings and workshops as assigned and required.

- Other duties as assigned by the Urban Forestry Coordinator and/or Environmental Services Manager.



Minimum Requirements / Qualifications (All applicants MUST meet the minimum qualifications):
• High School Diploma or equivalent degree;
• Prior outreach and environmental education experience;
• Bilingual capacity (Spanish/English or Korean/English);
• Ability to organize and prepare documentation in a timely manner
• Strong commitment to working with a multicultural community;
• Strong organizational, written and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with others and a willingness to participate fully in the team process;
• Self-directing and the ability to work independently as required.
• A valid Class C California Driver License, personal automobile, and proof of auto insurance; and
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Physical Requirements: Seeing to inspect written documents; ability to communicate with KYCC staff, clients and public; sitting for limited periods of time; limited bending and reaching to retrieve and replace files; walking for extended periods of time; and dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office equipment. Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Desired Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (desired),
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel, and other database programs (including SalesForce);
• Community organizing experience in the greater South Los Angeles community;

KYCC is an EOE & E-Verify Employer.

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:
• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):
• Do you speak Spanish/English or Korean/English?

Work Location: In person