Urban planning Jobs in Chicago, IL

Position Summary

SCA will work with Openlands to assist with community tree planting and maintenance and help train community members in urban forestry stewardship. The Crew will be provided training, workshops and education following the SCA & Openlands pre-apprenticeship curriculum for professional development and career exposure. The Crew will perform tree planting, watering as green storm-water infrastructure, community outreach, and tree maintenance within Openlands' projects. Working alongside Openlands arborists and apprentices, the SCA Crew will learn and follow industry standards, safely and effectively enact tree stewardship projects, and develop skills needed for a viable career in urban forestry. They will also engage with the communities and lead volunteers at community tree planting events.. The Crew meets at Openlands Forestry office and are transported to their work site each day by the Crew Leader or Openlands staff.

Schedule

June 2, 2025 - November 14, 2025

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The Crew will perform tree planting, watering as green storm-water infrastructure, community outreach, and tree maintenance within Openlands' projects. Working alongside Openlands arborists and apprentices, the SCA Crew will learn and follow industry standards, safely and effectively enact tree stewardship projects, and develop skills needed for a viable career in urban forestry. They will also engage with the communities and lead volunteers at community tree planting events. The Crew meets at Openlands Forestry office and are transported to their work site each day by the Crew Leader or Openlands staff.

Marginal Duties

• Meeting at Openlands Forestry Office; Working as a team; Communicating and working with Community members; tracking your work hours; Bringing your lunch everyday; tool maintenance; tree maintenance; Tree transportation;

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Hours

35 per week

Living Accommodations

none

Compensation

19 an hour @ 35 hrs a week

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

Personal Vehicle Information

Additional Benefits

First Aid / CPR

AmeriCorps : Not Eligible

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.