Job Posting: Tree Steward/Urban Forest Researcher

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Tree Steward/Urban Forest Assistant Researcher

If you are a student, between the ages of 17 – 30 years old who loves trees; is able to start June 2nd; would like to work outdoors in Long Branch this summer and are going back to school in the fall we would like to hear from you!   (If you know of a student who might be interested, please forward this job posting on to them)

What you will be doing

You will be assisting the LBNA (Long Branch Neighbourhood Association) and the Long Branch Tree Stewardship Lead to implement our Tree Stewardship initiatives; continue to develop a comprehensive inventory of the trees in Long Branch and monitor progress.  This neighbourhood was an exclusive cottage community in the late 1800’s featuring densely treed lots. Many of these trees survive today. This project will include assisting in Tree Stewardship educational materials and initiatives about the benefits of our Urban tree canopy, native trees and biodiversity and identifying young trees for structural pruning as part of our new Citizen Pruning Initiative for young trees.

Who Should Apply

As a member of a 4-person team, you will spend the summer outdoors in Long Branch to accurately record and monitor the Long Branch urban forest trees, including species and tree health data on public & private land using digital recording and mapping software.   You will also identify strategic areas to plant new trees.  Training and technical support / mentoring will be provided through community partnership with the Faculty of Forestry, University of Toronto.

This project is funded through a Canada Summer Jobs Federal Student grant program to the community.  The LBNA encourages students in (or going into) forestry-related or arboriculture programs or environmental sciences or other related programs to apply, including applicants who are women, indigenous students; members of a visible minority and new immigrants/refugees.  University, college and graduating high school students are all encouraged to apply.

Interviews will be taking place shortly.   Position start date will be June 2, 2025 (35 hours per week) for 8 weeks.  

If you are passionate about trees and nature in the urban environment, please email your resume and cover letter with why you are interested in one of these positions as soon as possible to Judy Gibson, Chair, Tree Canopy Preservation and Enhancement Committee, Long Branch Neighbourhood Association via

email: longbranchnato@gmail.com

About the Long Branch Neighbourhood Association

The Long Branch Neighbourhood Association (LBNA) was incorporated in April 2018, is led by an elected Board of Volunteers and has established several strong partnerships. Leadership consists of a Chair, a Vice Chair, and 8 Board Members. From 2018 – 2024 the LBNA has employed and provided work experiences for dozens of summer students.

There are Subcommittees (derived through membership surveys), including the Tree Canopy Preservation and Enhancement Committee.

The Mission of the LBNA is to Protect, Celebrate and Enhance the neighbourhood of the Village of Long Branch; Protect the physical character of Long Branch; Celebrate the neighbourhood and its heritage through events and community gatherings and; Enhance the public realm and the quality of life of the neighbourhood and broader community.

See our websites for more information: www.lbna.ca and www.longbranchtreefestival.ca

The LBNA is required and committed to ensuring a safe, workplace experience for all employees.