What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Tree Team (High School) position at Trees Atlanta?
Youth Tree Team Member (High School)
Employment Type: Part-Time, Seasonal
Start Date: June 2, 2025
End Date: July 18, 2025
Application Deadline: February 17, 2025
Employment Classification: Non-Exempt
Salary: $12/hour
Reports to: Workforce Development Manager
Trees Atlanta is a nationally recognized non-profit citizens' group that protects and improves Atlantas
urban forest by planting, conserving, and educating. Founded in 1985, Trees Atlanta works tirelessly to
address Atlantas tree loss, protect its forests, and create new green-space
Job Description
The Youth Tree Team is a seven-week summer work program that introduces Youth to Trees Atlantas
mission and a variety of Green Collar professions.
The Youth Tree Team Member will:
- Work on weekly maintenance projects including watering, weeding and mulching on the Atlanta Beltline Arboretum and other Trees Atlanta projects
- Attend Weekly enrichment day field trips to learn about environmentally focused professions
- Participate in weekly personal finance coaching which includes creating a budget, savings goals, and spending tracking assignments assigned by budget coaches
- Have the opportunity to complete a group project that will include a community presentation at the conclusion of the program
- Communicate the mission of Trees Atlanta by acting responsibly as an ambassador for Trees Atlanta while out on fieldwork
Requirements
- Must be a current highs school student (rising 9th grader may apply)
- Students aged 14 and 15 must have a valid work permit (if selected Trees Atlanta will initiate paperwork)
- Be comfortable working outside in all weather conditions. The Majority of the work is performed outdoors
- Must be able to attend the application selection activities on February 22nd and March 1st
- Must be available to work Monday Friday between 7:30 am and 12:30 pm/
- Work in a physically-demanding environment with much bending, lifting and shoveling
- Be willing to work as part of a team and effectively communicate with all staff
- Repeatedly lift approximately 30lbs
- Have an updated tetanus shot (strongly recommended
To Apply
Candidates must submit an application by the deadline. After submitting the application, applicants must attend Challenge Day on February 22, 2025 and the Volunteer Planting on March 1, 2025 for full consideration.
Salary : $12
