Position: Stewardship Assistant, LEAF
Job Type: Full-time, 8-week contract, 35 hours/week
Wage: $17.50/hour
Additional Details:
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Sick pay offered, pro-rated to length of contract
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Some travel expenses covered
Start Date: Monday, June 6, 2022
Application Deadline: 11:59PM (EST) on Wednesday, May 4, 2022
Who we are:
LEAF is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the protection and
enhancement of the urban forest. Our planting programs and education/outreach
programs have been connecting residents to the urban forest for over two
decades. Our service area includes
Toronto, York Region and some municipalities within Durham Region.
The LEAF team values a healthy, respectful and pleasant work
environment. Learn more about the LEAF work culture.
LEAF is committed to equity and inclusion and is dedicated to
cultivating an environment where everyone feels able to bring their full selves
to work. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from women, LGBTQ+
people, non-binary people, people of colour, Black people, Indigenous peoples,
people with disabilities or any other equity-seeking individuals. We will
provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities.
Role overview:
We are currently seeking a TCH Stewardship Assistant for
a full-time, 8-week employment position. The Stewardship Assistant
will enjoy an experiential learning environment working as an integrated member
of the Community Programs team, reporting to the Community Programs Manager.
The role will primarily focus on LEAF’s Toronto
Community Housing (TCH) Tree Planting and Stewardship Initiative and
will be filled by youth (ages 21 to 30) residing in a TCH community. This
project supports and engages tenants who are caring for newly planted trees on
their properties and is great for someone who is passionate about (or is
excited to learn more about) environmental education and hands-on tree
care.
LEAF offers a supportive training process to ensure seasonal staff gain
quick confidence during their employment. All activities outlined below are
carried out with careful precautions taken to protect the physical safety of
staff and volunteers, including adhering to all local COVID-19 health
guidelines.
Responsibilities of the
position:
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Conducting tree stewardship activities (watering,
mulching, monitoring) at several TCH sites
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Collecting tree health data using an inventory
protocol, conducting data entry and summarizing data findings in reports
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Providing support to TCH volunteers on proper tree
planting technique and tree care practices online and in-person
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Conducting contactless deliveries of native trees
and shrubs
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Engaging with TCH communities during community
outreach events and tree planting consultation meetings
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Supporting the administration and delivery of online
presentations, including educational content on urban forestry and
arboriculture using Zoom and other online platforms
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Performing garden maintenance at our Urban Forest
Demonstration Gardens
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Tracking monthly metrics
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Drafting social media and blog content
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Providing general administrative support as needed
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Participating in weekly Community Programs team
meetings, weekly one-on-one meetings, and monthly organization-wide meetings,
including taking minutes and tracking action items
Qualifications required
for the position include:
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Fully licensed to drive (G or G2 license) with
clean driving record
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Comfortable driving a cargo van in the city
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Live or have lived within a TCHC community
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Passionate/interested in environmental education
and community engagement
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Great interpersonal skills and customer service
experience
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Excellent communicator – verbally and in writing
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Well organized and attentive to detail
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Ability to determine priorities, adhere to
deadlines, multi-task and work independently
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Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
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Excited to work outdoors with plants and with
people and comfortable with physical demands of outdoor work in all weather
conditions
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel,
PowerPoint) and Google apps (Docs, Sheets, Slides)
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Able to work remotely (reliable access to a
computer, internet connection and phone)
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Available to work some evenings and weekends when
needed
Additional
qualifications that will be considered assets:
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Emergency First Aid + CPR Certification
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Skills and experience in arboriculture and/or urban
forestry, including knowledge of native tree and shrub species
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Skills and experience with native gardening,
including knowledge of native perennial species
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Experience working or volunteering with a
not-for-profit organization
Other requirements:
This position is made available through Service Canada Summer Jobs Program. The
following requirements are necessary:
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Be between the ages of 21 and 30
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Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on
whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee
Protection Act
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Legally entitled to work according to the relevant
provincial / territorial legislation and regulations
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Note that foreign students are not eligible
Interested in the position? Please send your resume and cover letter indicating why this
is a perfect role for you to csr@tridel.com with the subject: Stewardship
Assistant by Wednesday, May 4th, 2022.
Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted so applicants are
encouraged to apply early.