Field Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

08 / 08 / 25

Urban Paradise Guild

1020 NE 90 St, Miami, FL 33138

Job Title : Field Assistant / Trainee (Training Provided)

Reports to : President & Executive Director

Schedule : Part-time (12 hours / week) – Friday, Saturday, Sunday (7 : 30am - 11 : 30 am); additional hours available on an as-needed basis for revenue projects, recruiting and special assignments.

Compensation : $15 Per Hour

Job Summary :

The Field Assistant / Trainee is responsible for implementing environmental projects designed by the President (Sam), supervising weekend field projects, caring for native plant nurseries, supporting revenue-generating projects as needed, and ensuring accurate project documentation and metrics. This position is for a self starter, eager to learn, and willing to grow.

Key Responsibilities :

Implement and oversee projects developed by the President.

Provide nursery care and lead weekend volunteer field projects.

Maintain project sites and safety standards.

Assist with revenue-generating projects such as plant sales, educational workshops, habitat installation, etc. as needed.

Ensure accurate documentation and metrics of project activities, attendance, and outcomes.

On the job training will be provided to prepare you for greater responsibilities.

Qualifications :

Program coordination, nonprofit experience and volunteer management helpful.

Experience using landscaping tools for stewardship, tree planting, etc. helpful .

Strong organizational and communication skills.

Ability to work weekends and in hot and physical outdoor conditions.

Basic proficiency with documentation and scheduling tools (e.g., Google Workspace).

On the job training provided. We are looking for a person who understands we are working in sensitive ecosystems. You will learn different stewardship practices and how to apply them. Paying attention to detail and a team player attitude is what we are looking for in a candidate. Most of our projects are focused in the NE side of Miami Dade County. Commuting is necessary so transportation is required. We hire from within when looking to fill management positions.

An ideal candidate is an Earth Sciences College Senior (Biology, Botany, Horticulture, and related majors). Must be able to handle physical labor. We work in South Florida outdoor conditions. Please consider this before applying.

Those interested please send cover letter & resume to jackeline@urban-paradise.org