UC Green

The most successful
path to a greener
Philadelphia
is through communities empowered and motivated to work
together in caring for the lands we occupy.
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Trees make great neighbors.

3000+ TREES PLANTED AND COUNTING

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UC Green is a community-rooted nonprofit that has been strengthening neighborhoods in West and Southwest Philadelphia since 1998. With a legacy of planting more than 5,000 trees, we bring neighbors together to create greener, healthier blocks while fostering social connection and civic pride. Through hands-on tree planting, environmental education, and local partnerships, we empower residents to care for their environment and each other—one tree, one block, one neighborhood at a time.

At UC Green, we’re committed to building a team that reflects the diversity and strengths of the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and especially encourage those with personal or professional ties to West and Southwest Philadelphia to apply. Please share in your cover letter how your experiences—whether in work, life, or community—connect to the role and our mission, if applicable.

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Position Overview:
UC Green is seeking an enthusiastic and community-oriented Community Greening & Outreach Assistant to join our team for 12 hours per week. This part-time position reports to the Executive Director and is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, values community engagement, and has a talent for social media storytelling. You’ll help organize and support tree planting events while also promoting our work online to grow awareness and engagement with our programs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with planning and executing community tree plantings and greening events.
  • Engage with residents and volunteers in UC Green’s service areas (19104, 19139, 19143).
  • Create and manage content for UC Green’s social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, etc.).
  • Document events with photos and videos and post updates to increase visibility and participation.
  • Help recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers.
  • Support outreach activities including community tabling, flyering, and partnership events.

 

Qualifications:

  • Passion for environmental work, community building, and nature.
  • Experience using social media for outreach, storytelling, or organizational promotion.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Organized, reliable, and comfortable working both independently and in teams.
  • Able to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
  • Availability for occasional weekends or evenings, especially during planting seasons.
  • Familiarity with or connection to the neighborhoods served by UC Green is a plus.
  • Social media platforms: Instagram, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter) – for content creation, engagement, and storytelling.
  • Basic graphic design skills using Canva, Adobe Spark, or similar – to create eye-catching posts and event promotions.
  • Email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Constant Contact) – to engage with community members, send newsletters, and promote events.
  • Basic photography and video editing – using a smartphone or tools like iMovie, CapCut, or Canva for social media content.
  • Familiarity with spreadsheets (Excel or Google Sheets) – for tracking volunteer participation or reporting program metrics.
  • Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar, Forms) – for organizing events, maintaining volunteer lists, and coordinating schedules.
 

Hours & Compensation:

  • Part-time: 12 hours per week
  • Hourly Rate: $25.00/Hour
  • Flexible scheduling, with some required availability on weekends or evenings during events.

 

To Apply:
Please send your resume, a brief statement of interest, and (if available) a sample social media post or link to previous work to: DLondon@ucgreen.org

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