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At Baltimore Tree Trust, we’re passionate about environmental equity, green thinking, and the power of diverse talents. We’re seeking individuals eager to learn, collaborate, and contribute to a greener Baltimore.

If you’re ready to branch into the next level of your career, we encourage you to connect with us!

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Key Benefits

We are committed to prioritizing teamwork, learning, community engagement, integrity, and joy in our service to Baltimore City. Our core values guide us in seeking a diverse range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and foster a work culture where all staff are valued and respected. Key benefits include:

  • Strong organization commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Generous PTO and 13 federally recognized holidays
  • Parental leave up to 10 weeks
  • Disability & life insurance
  • Bereavement leave
  • Retirement plan with 2% employer match

Current Openings

Planting Manager

Reports To: Neighborhood Forestry Director
Status: Full-time, Exempt
Location: 330 W. 24th Street, Baltimore, MD 21211 (on-site, with occasional evenings and weekends)

Established in 2008, the Baltimore Tree Trust (BTT) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to enhance and protect Baltimore City’s urban tree canopy through strategic planting initiatives, broad-based engagement, and local workforce training. By engaging in diverse partnerships, leading community greening efforts, and creating public service job opportunities, BTT is committed to a vision of equitable access to the benefits of urban nature for all of the city’s residents. Baltimore Tree Trust is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, visit baltimoretreetrust.org.

Position Summary

The Planting Manager plans, implements, oversees, and supports planting crews who perform tree-planting projects as BTT works to increase and maintain Baltimore’s urban tree canopy. This includes providing logistical assistance and guidance, ensuring proper project tracking, assessing sites for future projects, and evaluating completed work for quality assurance/control purposes.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Crew Supervisors, Crew Leaders, Neighborhood Forestry Technicians

The Planting Manager’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Planting Operations

  • Design plans, perform site assessments, and develop operations projects for tree planting, with a focus on the right tree in the right place, including concrete removal and stump grinding throughout Baltimore City by scouting and using GIS.
  • Coordinate day-to-day logistics of tree planting projects year-round.
  • Oversee Crew Supervisors in the assessment and documentation of the quality of tree planting projects and coordinate with Crew Leaders to remedy any issues in a timely manner.
  • Ensure tracking of daily, weekly, and seasonal performance metrics for all tree planting projects to refine operations and delegate project assignments to Crew Supervisors.
  • Oversee Crew Supervisors and Leaders in field operations ensuring daily meetings with crews to include detailed reviews of next day locations, tasks, schedules, truck assignments, required equipment, tools, supplies and water.
  • Ensure enforcement of all established safety and operational policies.
  • Document and report incidents involving crews.
  • Coordinate site damage response and repair coordination.
  • Oversee operations team Supervisors during spring and fall planting seasons to support summer tree care operations in collaboration with the Tree Care Manager to ensure that operations run smoothly and goals are met.
  • Oversee the use of GIS Assessment Leaders to locate plantable sites during the summer months.

Fleet & Facilities Management

  • Oversee management of daily fleet operations and logistics (trucks and cars), ensuring vehicle availability, regulatory compliance, safety, tracking and scheduling of routine and situational maintenance, and efficient resource allocation to support organizational needs.
  • Manage purchasing and ordering processes, maintaining inventory control systems.
  • Manage facilities, grounds, and equipment needs, ensuring tools, equipment, and supplies are fully stocked and in working order.

Team Management

  • Build trust among entire crew by providing clear direction and support.
  • Monitor crew members’ achievement of day-to-day numbers and goals in support of performing bi-annual performance reviews in conjunction with the Director of Neighborhood Forestry.
  • Monitor, verify, and approve time sheets for all crew members, including timekeeping reminders and tracking of overall attendance and daily whereabouts.
  • Participate in recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding new crew members.
  • Manage disciplinary issues of crew members.
  • Demonstrates an understanding of the physical and community-facing nature of planting work.
  • Support volunteer participation through interaction with and incorporation into planting projects.
  • Other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

  • At least 3 years of experience working in arboriculture or working in the environmental field, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience
  • Proven ability as an effective people leader and supervisor
    Ability to make practical field decisions
  • Proven administrative experience with data entry, document management, correspondence, scheduling, and office operations
  • Proven experience managing purchasing and ordering processes, maintaining inventory control systems, overseeing fleet vehicles and equipment
  • Confident communication skills, including writing, public speaking, and interacting with crew members, volunteers, residents and organizational partners
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects
  • Proficiency with G-Suite, comfortable learning new software
  • Familiarity with and ability to work well with diverse teams in the Baltimore area and its neighborhoods

Working Conditions: Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Physical Demands: Physically able to stand, bend, squat, and lift up to 40 pounds.

Licenses and Certifications: A valid driver’s license; CPR/First Aid/AED required or must be obtained within 90 days. Treekeeper training is a plus.

Compensation

Starting at $60,000 per year (commensurate with experience)

A benefits package including:

  • Paid time off offered
  • Medical, Vision, Dental benefits
  • Life and long-term disability insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement plan
  • Professional development stipend

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting a resume. Applications should be sent to jobs@baltimoretreetrust.org.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Communications and Marketing Manager

Classification: Exempt – full-time, weekdays, with some evenings and weekends required
Salary: $60,000 annually
Reports to: Senior Development Director
Date: August 2026

Established in 2008, Baltimore Tree Trust is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to enhance and protect Baltimore City’s urban tree canopy through strategic planting initiatives, broad-based engagement, and local workforce training. By aligning the goals of urban forestry and natural areas conservation with other critical value systems, Baltimore Tree Trust is committed to a vision of equitable access to the benefits of urban nature for all of the city’s residents. Our staff proudly reflects the diversity of Baltimore itself, and we encourage candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and life experiences to apply. For more information, please visit us online at: baltimoretreetrust.org.

Position Summary 

The Communications and Marketing Manager is a management role responsible for supporting Baltimore Tree Trust’s brand, marketing, and communications strategy. This position plays a key role in ensuring the organization effectively communicates its mission to expand Baltimore’s urban tree canopy to donors, volunteers, and the community. Reporting to the Senior Development Director, the Communications and Marketing Manager supports day-to-day strategic activities, including brand management, digital channel oversight, content and campaign creation, and performance analysis. This role is ideal for a creative, strategic, and mission-driven professional interested in elevating the visibility and reputation of an environmental nonprofit.

     Supervisory Responsibilities: Outreach and Communications Coordinator

Responsibilities

Brand & Marketing Strategy

  • Update, maintain, and steward Baltimore Tree Trust’s brand voice, messaging, and visual identity.
  • Ensure consistent and effective brand representation across all marketing channels and coordinate public-facing communications.
  • Lead the development and amplification of consistent, mission-driven messaging across all communications channels.

Digital Marketing & Channels

  • Manage and maintain the organization’s website, ensuring content is current, accurate, and engaging.
  • Oversee social media strategy and content execution to grow audience, engagement, and visibility.
  • Lead email audience segmentation and distribution strategy to ensure cohesive messaging and increase engagement across key stakeholder groups.
  • Review and approve all digital and print marketing materials to ensure brand alignment, quality standards, and consistency across channels.

Content & Campaign Management

  • Lead the creation, review, and distribution of marketing and communications materials, including newsletters, blog posts, impact reports, and advertising.
  • Write and manage press releases and coordinate media outreach, as appropriate.
  • Support communications and graphic design for campaigns tied to fundraising, outreach, programs, events, and organizational initiatives.

Events & Outreach

  • Coordinate marketing support and establish a strong brand presence for events, conferences, presentations, and outreach efforts.
  • Develop messaging and promotional materials for events and public-facing initiatives
  • Support event marketing in collaboration with Outreach, Development, and Operations teams.
  • Serve as a spokesperson for Baltimore Tree Trust, presenting the organization’s mission, programs, and impact at community events, meetings, and partner engagements.
  • Represent the organization at volunteer, fundraising, and community events, providing communications support and event coverage as needed.

Analytics & Optimization

  • Track, analyze, and report on marketing and communications performance metrics.
  • Use data and insights to optimize campaigns, content, and channel performance to grow BTT’s audiences.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of all possible activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or a related field.
  • At least 3 years of experience working in a marketing and communications role, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
  • Strong managerial experience developing goals, strategy, leading projects, and directing staff.
  • Exceptional communication skills, including writing, public speaking, and interacting with peers, team, volunteers, and organizational partners.
  • Strong management skills, critical thinking, and attention to detail required.
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects. 
  • Familiarity with and ability to work well with diverse teams.
  • Ability to receive and give supportive feedback to foster equity and inclusion in working relationships. Including the ability to recognize, nurture, and learn from strengths in co-workers.
  • Proficiency with G-Suite, Canva Pro, Constant Contact, and Adobe Creative Cloud, comfortable learning new software.

Desired Attributes

  • Experience working in the environmental and/or non-profit sectors preferred.
  • Curious, organized, and eager to learn nonprofit fundraising and development. 
  • Collaborative team player who can also work independently with guidance. 
  • Strong sense of integrity and accountability. 
  • Commitment to equity, inclusion, and continuous learning. 
  • Interest in Baltimore City, environmental justice, or urban forestry is a plus. 

Work Environment: Hybrid position requiring regular on-site work, with remote work available as appropriate, including some travel to events and partner locations.

Physical Demands: Requires use of laptop, phone, tablets, and other standard office equipment. Must be physically able to sit, stand, bend, squat, climb stairs, and lift 20 pounds.

Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license.

To Apply

Please email a copy of your resume and cover letter to jobs@baltimoretreetrust.org. The deadline is September 11, 2026, and applications will be accepted on a rolling basis thereafter.  

Neighborhood Forestry Technician I (NFT I)

𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗧𝗼: Director of Neighborhood Forestry
𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗧𝘆𝗽𝗲: Full-time, Non-Exempt
Wage: $18.00-18.50/hour

    We are currently looking to identify motivated, hard-working individuals to join our tree installation and tree care crews. Successful candidates will have a strong willingness to learn new professional skills while working outdoors, as well as an interest in creating positive environmental change in Baltimore City neighborhoods. Forestry Technicians can expect to receive on-the-job training and industry-recognized certifications, in addition to a wide range of educational and professional development opportunities.

    𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂’𝗹𝗹 𝗗𝗼:

    • Install container-grown, balled-and-burlap, and bare root tree specimens
    • Water, mulch, and prune young and mature trees alike
    • Load, unload, and transport trees of various condition and size
    • Safely operate power hand tools, saws, pruning loppers, etc.
    • Assist in maintaining an inventory database and tracking system for all tree plantings
    • Participate in workplace training events and occasionally oversee volunteers
    • Assess trees for signs of common tree pests and health conditions
    • Maintain a clean and safe working environment

    𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗲’𝗿𝗲 𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗼𝗿:

    • At least 18 years of age
    • Positive attitude and eagerness to learn
    • Physically able to stand, bend, squat, and lift up to 40 pounds
    • Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
    • Demonstrated ability to report for work regularly and punctually
    • Good teamwork and communication skills
    • Possession of a valid driver’s license, or the ability to obtain one within 6 months, is preferred

    Compensation

    $18.00-18.50/hour
    Employees are eligible to receive performance bonuses, wage increases, and other benefits after a 240-hour probationary period.

    𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲: Monday – Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.
    Hours subject to change seasonally. Occasional weekend and evening availability may be requested, but is not mandatory.

    How to Apply

    Apply by completing this form. (Approximate time to complete: 20 minutes)

    The Baltimore Tree Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and do not discriminate, and will not tolerate discrimination, on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, age, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. Our employment decisions are solely made according to qualifications for the positions.

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