Youth Tree Team Coordinator

If you are passionate about trees, possess a “can do” attitude, and love to be involved in the community, then Trees Atlanta just might be the place to plant yourself! Our dynamic team is dedicated to the Trees Atlanta mission, and we welcome your interest in sharing our vision.

This is a seasonal position.

Employment Type: Part-time, Temporary (Seasonal)

Schedule: February 2026-April 2026 (Part-Time 20 hrs. weekly), May 2026-July 2026 (40 hrs.)

Employment Status: Non-Exempt

Start Date: February/March 2026

End Date: July 17, 2026

Final date to receive applications: February 13, 2026

Reports to: Workforce Development Manager

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Hourly Rate: $17

Trees Atlanta is a nationally recognized non-profit citizens' group that protects and improves Atlanta’s urban forest by planting, conserving, and educating. Founded in 1985, Trees Atlanta works tirelessly to address Atlanta’s tree loss, protect its forests, and create new green space. Empowered by its wonderful community of volunteers, Trees Atlanta serves the metro Atlanta area, and has grown to become one of Atlanta’s most widely known and supported non-profit organizations.

The Youth Tree Team is a seven-week summer work program that introduces Youth to Trees Atlanta’s mission and a variety of “Green Collar” professions. Trees Atlanta is seeking a Part-time Youth Tree Team Coordinator to support the Youth Tree Team Supervisor with human resource and administrative tasks for the program. The Youth Tree Team Coordinator's responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist with hosting Challenge Day and the Volunteer Tree Planting for Youth Tree Team applicants
• Assist with Youth Tree Team student and staff hiring processes, which include interviewing and onboarding
• Provide assistance to parents/guardians with the completion of student onboarding
• Prepare timecards at the end of each pay period
• Assist with Youth Tree Team field trips logistics such as travel and student lunches
• Assist supervisor with bi-weekly evaluations and quizzes, sending out group announcements
• Ensure all tools and supplies are ordered for the duration of the Youth Tree Team
• Assist with logistics with career and graduation day
• Serve as a backup in the absence of a Senior Lead/Mentor

• Be at least 21 years of age
• Have a valid driver’s license with at least a 3-year clear driving history
• A background in outdoor education and/or leading volunteers is advantageous
• Experience in project management
• Strong communication and written skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs
• Proficient in Google Drive Applications
• Detail oriented
• Great time management
• Be comfortable driving a 12-15 passenger van and occasionally long-distance traveling
• Have an updated tetanus shot

Please submit an employment application. You must also submit your resume. A cover letter is optional and not required.

All final candidates will be required to pass both a criminal background check and drug screening; adverse results could impact hiring (Trees Atlanta is a participant in the Federal Drug-Free Workplace program).

Final candidates applying for positions that require driving company owned vehicles will also have to pass a Motor Vehicle Report review to determine eligibility. Eligible drivers must also pass a DOT physical.

All new hires will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States of America. Trees Atlanta is in compliance with regulation set by the Department of Homeland Security. Trees Atlanta is a registered E-Verify employer.