Urban Forestry Fellow - Morris Arboretum & Gardens
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Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
Posted Job Title
Urban Forestry Fellow - Morris Arboretum & Gardens
Job Profile Title
Intern - Arboretum
Job Description Summary
The Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania inspires an understanding of the relationship between plants, people and place through education, research and horticultural display. Located in the Northwest section of the city, the Morris Arboretum & Gardens is a destination for plant lovers from Philadelphia and beyond. The home to a collection of more than 13,000 woody plants and host to special and educational events. Morris Arboretum & Gardens is a hub for botany, horticulture and urban forestry and a special part of Penn.
Job Description
The Urban Forestry Fellow engages in urban forestry and natural resource management practices, assessments, programs, and planning for public gardens, design firms, government agencies, education, and community organizations.
The Fellow also learns about and teaches stewardship concepts and practical applications through urban tree and natural resources management projects as well as developing community partnership, tree and vegetation analysis and management planning skills. This position is supported by the Martha S. Miller and Rusty Miller Endowment.
This internship is expected to run for a duration of 12 months and the pay is $15.34/hour.
Responsibilities:

• Participate in fieldwork activities including tree identification, tree inventory, and the visual assessment of trees in urban and natural settings at all times of year.
• Assist with consulting report writing, library research, diagnostic techniques, data management and map making.
• Learn about tree and other natural resource management.
• Complete an independent study project under the direction of your supervisor. Learn to follow proper safety practices.
• Use diagnostic equipment such as a resistance drill, soil moisture sensors and sampling techniques.
• Contribute to the Arboretum blog on topics relevant to current urban forestry projects or events.
• Attend and take detailed minutes for weekly and monthly meetings.
• Assist with tree care and management on Penn's campus.
• Work up to two weekend Arboretum events.
• Participate in intern sessions as scheduled.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's Degree and 0 to 1 year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience, is required.
• Academic background in urban forestry, ecology, horticulture, arboriculture, landscape design, or a related field.
• Landscape design, ecology, or woody plant experience is very desirable.
• Experience in publication production or report writing is useful.
• Written and verbal communication skills are essential, as is a range of computer experience. Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is preferred; as well as working knowledge of AutoCAD and the ArcGIS software suite including the ArcGIS Online environment.
• Self-motivation and the ability to work independently are expected.
• Participation in some overnight travel to service the needs of Arboretum clients is required.
• A valid driver's license and car is required.
• Must be able and willing to work in the field in varied weather conditions.
• A full background check will be undertaken for the successful applicant.

Important Note: In addition to the online application, applicants will be required to provide the following supporting documents:

• Cover letter/Letter of intent
• Two signed letters of recommendation
• College transcripts

The supporting documents may be uploaded with the online application (uploads are limited to 3 documents) or they may be mailed or emailed directly to:
Jason Lubar
Morris Arboretum
100 East Northwestern Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19118
lubar@upenn.edu
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Morris Arboretum
Pay Range
$15.34 - $15.34 Hourly Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.
Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
• Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
• Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

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