Program Director

New Jersey Tree Foundation

Hiring Announcement – Program Director

The New Jersey Tree Foundation is a statewide 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to planting trees in New Jersey’s most underserved neighborhoods, where the need is greatest.  Through tree planting, volunteerism, and partnerships, we assist communities in improving their environment and quality of life.

If this is appealing to you, please consider this opportunity to join us.  At the NJ Tree Foundation, we value environmental justice, diversity, collaboration, and finding joy in the work we do.  We work from home when we are not in the field, we help each other, and we are committed to quality and best practices.  We are looking forward to welcoming a new member to our team.

We are seeking a Program Director to help us develop a new program area for community-based tree plantings in cities in the central part of New Jersey. As the Program Director, you will be responsible for all aspects of planning and implementing tree planting projects and programs in these cities.

This position is contingent upon federal funding, and is currently expected to be a three-year term with the potential for extension if funding allows. Please note that if federal funding is rescinded, this position may be subject to termination.

Program Director Job Description

The Program Director will run this new program – leading tree plantings and organizing volunteers.  Job responsibilities include:

• Find, recruit, and organize community groups, organizations and volunteers to conduct tree plantings.
• Design and map planting projects, order and receive delivery of trees and planting supplies, ensure quality of trees upon delivery.
• Supervise volunteers to ensure that trees are planted and mulched correctly in accordance with the highest industry standards.
• Secure required permits and One-call mark-outs for utilities, coordinate concrete removal where necessary.
• Maintain photographic records of each project from start to finish, and update and maintain NJTF social media. Contribute narratives and photos to the NJ Tree Foundation annual report.
• Assist the Executive Director and other Tree Foundation program staff with their tree plantings, maintenance and educational projects and programs.
• Develop and implement hands-on training programs and workshops.
• Provide technical assistance/presentations to volunteer groups, individuals, etc., as requested.
• Maintain accurate records of all expenditures for each project and supply receipts to the Executive Director. Write interim/final reports for grants and maintain grant records.
• Assist the NJTF Development Director with finding and researching funding opportunities, and help to write grants for said programs and projects.

Program Director Salary and Benefits

• Salary $42,000 – $45,000 per year commensurate with experience
• 37.5-hour work week, flexible hours, compensatory time for any hours over standard work week
• Medical benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid vacation, sick, personal, and holidays
• Home office but must regularly be available to work in the field
• Vehicle may be provided for NJTF work during planting seasons, otherwise mileage will be reimbursed
• Professional development (training, conferences, workshops, etc.)

Qualifications & Skills

• Community organizing
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Project management experience a plus
• Experience planting and maintaining trees a plus
• General tree knowledge a plus
• Must be physically able to plant 2.5” caliper street trees

Education & Licenses, and Other Requirements

• Must have a valid NJ Driver’s License
• Must have reliable transportation
• Resident of Trenton or surrounding cities a plus

The New Jersey Tree Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.