Become a part of our team! 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!

Trees Atlanta is a nationally recognized citizens’ group that protects and improves Atlanta’s urban forest by planting, conserving, and educating. Founded in 1985, Trees Atlanta was originally tasked with improving the tree canopy of downtown Atlanta. Since then, Trees Atlanta has expanded to include communities all across Atlanta, and 100,000 trees later, the mission continues to evolve.

As part of Trees Atlanta’s growing team, we seek an enthusiastic part time Volunteer and Administrative Coordinator who will assist in volunteer staffing and routine office work at the Trees Atlanta TreeHouse, new space on the Atlanta BeltLine for educational programming.  This newly created, part time, position reports to Trees Atlanta’s Adult Education Manager, but works closely with other staff members.

Responsibilities

Performs administrative and office support activities. Duties may include:

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  Administrative tasks: 
  

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  Volunteer coordination tasks: 
  

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  Bachelor degree in communication, education, IT, graphic design or related field from an accredited institution or equivalent experience in administrative duties, using computers, database management, volunteer management software skills, or working with volunteers. 
  
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  Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with the public. 
  
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  Attention to detail, flexibility, energetic nature and ability to work well with others. 
  
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  Reliable, self starter with demonstrated organizational skills and ability to multi-task while managing time effectively. 
  
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  Knowledge of computer programs such as Google apps, Volgistics, Mail Chimp, Network for Good, Microsoft Office, and social media is desired.
  
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  Clearance to work with children and pass personal background check.
  

Three years or more of successful work experience in this or a related field.

Preferred Experience:

Prior experience as administrative assistant overseeing daily use of an office space or as a volunteer coordinator for public or nonprofit employer. Prior experience scheduling programs and coordinating volunteers.

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

Primarily office work conditions with occasional outdoor work at educational events. Occasional evening work and weekends for educational sessions/events. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. 

All resumes should be sent through e-mail. No phone calls please.