Part-time Tree Equity Community Outreach Ambassadors

Immediate openings.

EcoAction Arlington is hiring 5 to 7 Tree Equity Community Ambassadors. The start date for these positions is mid-March. These ambassadors will work up to 20 hours a month during the following months when we are promoting free trees: November, December, April, May, and June. Training will be provided. These positions will be paid on an hourly basis with no benefits.

The Tree Equity Community Ambassadors will support the Outreach Manager at EcoAction Arlington. This role requires a dedicated and passionate candidate who enjoys working at the grassroots level to engage diverse groups. This role is critical in advancing our mission to increase tree canopy coverage in Arlington, with a particular focus on engaging communities with low canopy coverage.

Tree Equity Neighborhoods:

• Arlington View
• Aurora Highlands
• Buckingham
• Columbia Heights
• Glebewood
• Green Valley
• John M Langston
• Long Branch Creek
• Penrose
• Radnor/Ft.Myer Heights
• Arlington Mill
• Barcroft
• Glencarlyn

You will…

• Canvas in Arlington neighborhoods.
• Cultivate relationships to engage stakeholders to support the Tree Canopy Equity Program.
• Establish relationships with civic association leaders.
• Track, compile and enter data on canvassing areas and client requests for trees.
• Attend community events to promote the Tree Canopy Equity Program.

We’re looking for someone with …

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience in community engagement.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to plan, execute, and track progress  effectively.
• Passion for environmental sustainability, equity, and community empowerment.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace Suite.
  
  

To apply, email a cover letter and resume to office@ecoactionarlington.org and include the position in the subject line.