Community Forester

ABOUT US The WCCD is a local government agency and has played a significant role in assisting residents and landowners with access to trees, plants, and conservation tools in Washtenaw County since 1948. Our mission is to assist residents with the conservation, management, and wise use of natural resources in Washtenaw County. Since 1951 the WCCD has distributed over 7.1 million trees, shrubs, and native plants for various conservation purposes.  To obtain further information about the WCCD visit our website at www.washtenawcd.org.

Job Overview

Please view the full position description on our website: washtenawcd.org/career-opportunities

POSITION SUMMARY

As the Washtenaw County Conservation District’s (WCCD) Community Forester (CF), you will play a pivotal role in promoting urban and community forestry initiatives aimed at enhancing the environmental health and social well-being of our community. This position blends expertise in forestry and native habitats with a passion for community engagement, fostering sustainable practices, and advocating for protection of remnant woodlots and urban forests.  The CF will develop countywide efforts to increase native tree and forb planting and maintenance as well as pursue grants to support this work.  The CF will bring a forester’s perspective and background to all the work we do and must be comfortable providing one-on-one guidance as well as presenting to and leading large groups.