Ecological Greening Coordinator

The Delaware Center for Horticulture inspires individuals and communities through the power of plants.

Position Summary: The Ecological Greening Coordinator is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Ecological Greening Manager. They will work with the Community Forest Manager, Ecological Greening Manager, and the Urban Agriculture Manager in a variety of greening projects and programs held at DCH sites, public parks, and in the community. A successful candidate will have direct experience in working in urban greening projects, including tree care, gardening, as well as a familiarity with the DCH mission. The candidate is people oriented with a strong sense of community equity and belonging. The Ecological Greening Coordinator position is based at the DCH offices in Wilmington. Some weekend and evening work is required on occasion.

Qualifications and Experience

– Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, horticulture, urban planning or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience in gardening/horticulture.

– Valid driver’s license – Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite – Experience working with diverse volunteers and/or seasonal staff and/or interns;

– Experience in planning and executing educational opportunities in nature-based education programs. Work Environment and Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

– The employee frequently is required to sit and reach and must be able to move around the work environment.

– The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and be able to carry, move and set up necessary supplies and equipment.

– Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.

Salary and Compensation $44,000 – $48,000/year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Tagged as: Conservation