Temporary Staff Position — Full-Time* (40hrs / week) — $25/hr

We welcome part-time/flex-time applicants with the right qualifications; we will prioritize full-time applicants.

This role reports to the Community Forestry Coordinator and works alongside other Parks staff to plant, care for, and maintain trees on Parks properties, prepare sites for tree plantings, and complete other general maintenance tasks. Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Operate heavy-duty and medium-duty equipment (i.e., skid steer, mini-excavator, backhoe, dump truck, riding mower, equipment trailer, dump trailer, off-road vehicles, etc.).

• Use hand tools (i.e., spades/shovels, rakes, mattocks, hammers/mallets, loppers, hand pruners and saws, etc.) and power tools (ie., push mowers, string trimmers, drills/drivers, chainsaws, powered pole saws, etc.).

• Site assessment and preparation (i.e., determining entrance and egress paths for vehicles/equipment, assigning materials laydown areas, setting up safe worksites, digging holes, prepping soils and amendments, transporting needed materials, etc.).

• Maintenance of previously planted sites (i.e., weeding, mulching, mowing, string-trimming, watering, general landscaping, etc.).

• Invasive removal and management.

• Assist in project planning, record keeping, and metrics tracking.

• Assist in leading volunteer tree-planting and tree-care events.

• Other duties as assigned.

The successful candidate should also demonstrate the ability to follow instructions, troubleshoot issues, detail and explain the thought process behind accomplishing tasks, work both independently and as part of a team, and work with a diverse population.

Required Qualifications:

• Valid Virginia Driver’s License with a good driving record.

• Experience operating equipment and performing preventive maintenance (e.g., skid steer, mini-excavator, backhoe, dump truck, riding mower, equipment trailer, dump trailer, etc.).

• Experience operating power tools and performing general maintenance (e.g., string trimmer, push mower, hand drills, electric saws, chain saws, pole saws, etc.).

• Experience using hand tools (e.g., shovels, rakes, mattocks, pruners, hand saws, etc.).

• Experience in tree care, landscaping, or other related fields.

• Basic computer proficiency, including email, internet searches, word processing, and spreadsheets.

• Good time management and problem-solving skills; ability to work in diverse teams; ability to work outdoors in inclement weather; ability to work with and instruct the general public, including youth; ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional weekends.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Valid Virginia CDL License.

• Demonstrated knowledge of plant biology and care.

• History of volunteering in park spaces.

• Experience in community engagement, customer service, or public relations.

How to Apply:

Desired Start Date: 10/19/26 (posting will remain open until filled)

Please send resumes and references to: Qui.Nguyen@RVA.GOV (Community Forestry Coordinator)