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Chicago Region Trees Initiative Stewardship Specialist

2 months ago


Lisle, Illinois, United States The Morton Arboretum Full time

Job Summary

The Morton Arboretum is seeking a dedicated professional to lead our Chicago Region Trees Initiative (CRTI) Stewardship Program. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for implementing our urban forestry program, managing key projects and funding, driving outreach and education efforts, and working closely with community organizations and partners to advance the health and sustainability of urban forests.

Key Responsibilities

  • Program Management

    Manage the CRTI Contract Growing Program, including forecasting for species and quantities for successful planting programs in partnership with internal and external sources.

  • Grant Management

    Manage stewardship-related grants, including reporting, to achieve successful completion. Identify and solicit funding opportunities, including grants, to help support the work of the CRTI Stewardship Program.

  • Outreach and Education

    Develop and manage outreach, education, activities, and events for private landowners, individuals, community-based organizations, and volunteers to improve community advocacy, urban forestry skills, and advocacy for urban trees.

  • Collaboration and Partnerships

    Work closely with the CRTI team to support and help implement programs and opportunities, including implementation of the CRTI Master Plan. Represent CRTI to partners and constituents to foster and facilitate improved health and sustainability of the urban and community forest and advance the mission of The Morton Arboretum.

  • Research and Analysis

    Conduct research for projects as needed. Compile, organize, and present information in print and verbal communication.

  • Other Duties

    Perform other duties as assigned, including occasional outside work, such as digging, pruning, and planting of trees.

Requirements

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree required, in the areas of forestry, horticulture, natural resource management, or project management.

  • Experience

    3+ years related experience required, such as research, grant management, or project management. International Society of Arboriculture certification preferred.

  • Skills

    Strong verbal and written communication skills required with prior experience presenting in front of an audience. Experience working with under-resourced communities and organizations is highly preferred. Familiarity with GIS mapping and analysis preferred.

  • Physical Demands

    Requires some physical activity: limited lifting and carrying (up to 40 lbs.), walking over uneven terrain, regular local travel by car, truck, or train.

Benefits

The Morton Arboretum offers a competitive benefits package, including a salary range of $55,500-$63,630 based on experience. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as a part of the final offer.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Morton Arboretum is a champion for diversity, supporting a culture of inclusion that attracts, inspires, and engages people to achieve success. We are committed to hiring and developing employees based on job-related qualifications irrespective of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status. To increase diversity in professions related to the public garden realm, we encourage applications from underrepresented minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans.