Title: Student Tree Crew
Position Type: Student
Search Type: External - minimum 7 days
Department: 21R000 - Science, Tech, Engineering & Math
Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs
Position Location: Richmond Campus
Driver Classification: Driver
FLSA: Non-Exempt
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Contact Person: Dr. Kelly Watson
Job Summary/Basic Functions
Eastern Kentucky University is hiring student Community Forestry Tree Crew members to participate in a hands-on, workforce training program focused on tree planting, care, and education/outreach. Student crew members will receive paid on-the-job training in tree identification, planting and maintenance, tree nursery operations, and community outreach, working alongside faculty, staff, and community partners. The position is designed for students interested in natural resource management, environmental science, agriculture, GIS, environmental education, and related fields. No prior experience required, training will be provided. Applicants must be full-time EKU students and be able to perform outdoor fieldwork. This is a paid, grant-funded position with the opportunity for professional skill development, applied experience, and the chance to make a positive impact on campus and in the local community.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Must be enrolled at EKU.
Experience: None; training will be provided.
Licensure & Certifications: Must be enrolled at EKU.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Interested in natural resource management, environmental science, agriculture, GIS, environmental education, and related fields.
Job Duties:
- Must be physically able and willing to perform outdoor fieldwork.
- Participate in a hands-on, workforce training program focused on tree planting, care, and education/outreach.
- Tree identification, planting and maintenance, tree nursery operations.
- Participate in community outreach, working alongside faculty, staff, and community partners.
Funding Source: Grant
Open Until Filled: Yes
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EEO Statement
Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.
Background Check Statement
Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.