Field Leader- East Bay Urban Forestry Crew

Position Summary

The SCA is seeking a motivated Leader for The East Bay Urban Forestry Crew. You will work together with a team of young adults alongside local park and city staff on various urban forestry projects to address issues of tree canopy in disadvantaged communities.

Schedule

March 10, 2025 - September 6, 2025

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Tree Care and Maintenance that includes :

• Planting, Pruning, Watering, and Mulching
• Invasive Species Management and Mitigation
• Utilizing Urban Forestry and Arboriculture principles

• Driving an SCA Provided vehicle to facilitate crew member transportation needs and to transport tools, materials, water tanks, and trees throughout the East Bay
• Supervising and leading a crew of young adult members in Urban Forestry service work and activities

This position will generally require walking over uneven terrain, and working in urban parks and natural spaces while working in a small team based setting. The service work will be physically demanding at times and may include repetitive tasks associated with the care of existing trees on a recurring basis. This position is ideal for someone with a can-do attitude, problem solving skills, an attentiveness to situations and members' needs, a competence in engaging in care and empathy, and a strong sense of accountability to one's self and the work.

Marginal Duties

Required Qualifications

• Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per day, exposed to the elements, and must occasionally lift and/or move 40 pounds or more
• Must be able to attend Crew Leader training (date TBD)
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Must have the ability to legally work in the US
• Must have a valid driver’s license for 3+ years and pass SCA Motor Vehicle Report standards
• Must be able to meet SCA’s criminal background check standards

Housing is not provided, Leader must be locally available

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with youth or young adults, teaching or environmental education preferred
• Leaders will work in changing outdoor environments per project; being excited and open to new experiences is strongly desired.
• Experience working in a team and as a team leader
• Open to learning new skills, more about conservation, and environmental education

Hours

40 per week

Living Accommodations

No living accommodations provided, must live locally

Compensation

$980/week, bi-weekly pay schedule

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.

Additional Benefits

First Aid/CPR

Equal Opportunity Statement

SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members. SCA is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally. The Student Conservation Association, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Physical requirements and working conditions specific to the position are available in the full job description.