Planting Program Coordinator

Summary: This position is an important part of field operations at OCF. The Planting Program Coordinator ensures that planting events are well planned and executed. This position will assist with AmeriCorps member training and professional development, ensure quality control in the field, and be an integral part of cross-team communication and collaboration.

Hours: This position is field based and will work Tuesday – Saturday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Compensation: $55,000/year

Benefits: 15 days PTO (accrual of 10 hours monthly), 9 holidays annually, healthcare, dental, 403(b) employer contributions starting at 2 years of employment, professional development opportunities

Key Responsibilities:

• Become familiar with deliverables and compliance requirements of OCF tree planting programs, funding sources, & partnerships.
• Monitor and track tree planting progress towards goals and work plans.
• Oversee inputting of tree planting data to ensure data is accurate, entered correctly, and updated regularly
• Assist with AmeriCorps member training, as requested.
• Assist with identifying tree planting sites in designated areas, and cultivating planting partners and tree stewards.
• Provide quality control at community planting events to ensure:
  • Safety standards are met
  • Trees are planted and staked correctly
  • Americorps members and volunteers know their specific roles and responsibilities
  • Active volunteer engagement
• Coordinate tree planting event activities and roles to ensure all plantings are well-organized, properly staffed and equipped, and that roles and objectives have been clearly communicated to participants in advance of the project.
• Communicate regularly with other OCF program staff to ensure maximum collaboration among teams.

Other Duties Include:

• Emails, phone calls, and other communications
• Handling 811 markings and tickets
• Inventory tracking and ordering supplies
• Assisting managers with fleet maintenance and scheduling
• Contributing to project designs and use of Google MyMaps

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in urban forestry or related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with volunteer coordination
• Strong desire to work with volunteers and community partners on a grassroots level
• Experience coaching and training volunteers or employees
• Excellent customer service and people skills
• Proficiency with Google Suite
• Valid CA drivers license with clean DMV record
• Must be willing to undergo OCF background checks
• U.S. citizen or legal resident

Desired Qualifications:

• Fluent in Spanish and/or Vietnamese
• ISA Arborist Certification or working towards certification
• Bachelor’s Degree in urban forestry, environmental studies, or related field