Forests Projects Field Specialist

https://www.allianceforthebay.org/job/forests-projects-field-specialist/

This position will work on the Alliance’s Forests Team on a wide range of reforestation, restoration and outreach projects in Pennsylvania and Maryland. The position requires strong organizational and time management skills, careful attention to detail, and the ability to form strong relationships and work collaboratively with a variety of audiences. This position will involve extensive fieldwork and outreach including training volunteers, meeting with landowners, and implementing, monitoring, and maintaining tree planting projects. Candidates can expect a fast-paced work environment and a roughly 90/10 fieldwork/office work ratio, so field savviness is essential.

Specific Duties of this Position:

• Assist with tree planting projects in the field, including planting, maintenance, and monitoring
• Assist with reforestation logistics, planting supply organization, and tool upkeep
• Coordinate and train volunteers (in large groups and individually) on project sites
• Assist with outreach efforts through writing articles and other mechanisms
• Participate in workgroups, collaboratives, and partnerships with other conservation organizations
• Assist with project administration

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in forestry, wildlife biology, natural resources management, biology, environmental science, or a relevant field; or 1+ year relevant professional experience related to the tasks of this position.
• Plant identification experience, preferably native and invasive plants of the mid-Atlantic.
• Ability to work outside, sometimes independently or with harsh conditions and long days, and occasional weekend work.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds of weight over uneven terrain
• Quick learner, well-organized, possess strong attention to detail, and excellent time management skills.