Urban Forestry Manager

In pursuit of its mission to restore, enhance and protect the tree canopy of the nation’s capital, Casey Trees (CT) delivers a broad base of programs and services to the DC Metro area. The organization plants more than 6,500 trees each year grown at our own nursery; cares and maintains those trees; conserves greenspace; conducts school and community-based youth STEM programming; and advocates for stronger policies and laws to preserve trees across the area. Casey Trees emphasizes innovative solutions and working with diverse partners to advance and promote tree canopy solutions that meet the needs of the communities that we serve.

Summary

The Urban Forestry Manager leads Casey Trees’ tree planting and maintenance programs across the Washington, DC region. This role manages a team of Urban Forestry Foremen, oversees residential and large parcel planting projects, tracks grant deliverables, and ensures compliance with urban forestry best practices. A key cross-functional collaborator, the Manager works closely with internal teams and external partners while representing Casey Trees at community events. The position blends field operation understanding with administrative and strategic responsibility.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in arboriculture, horticulture, urban forestry, landscape management or related field, and three or more years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Two plus years of demonstrated experience in project management
ISA Certified Arborist credential required upon hire; or within the first year of employment
Experience supervising, managing, and mentoring staff of diverse backgrounds and skill levels
Proficiency with Geographic Information Systems (ArcGIS), Salesforce, Eventbrite, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and ability to learn new programs preferred
Valid driver’s license; clean driving record; willingness/ability to drive pickup truck and trailer
Must be able to establish, track and meet deadlines
Professional demeanor, superior written and oral communications skills, and the ability to positively and effectively interact and work with a wide variety of people, including government employees, volunteers, community partners, corporate and individual donors, etc.

Compensation

Salary range: $95,000-$110,000. Casey Trees offers excellent benefits including health, dental, vision, flexible spending account, paid holidays, paid time off, and retirement plan 403(b).

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