Volunteer & Office Assistant

ABOUT TEXAS TREES FOUNDATION The Texas Trees Foundation is a leading urban forestry nonprofit organization based in Dallas and working throughout the state of Texas. Our mission is to improve the health of cities and people through the transformative power of trees. We plant and care for the urban forest to create cooler, cleaner, healthier communities for all. Through research, education, and partnerships, Texas Trees has also become a leading voice and resource to communities and decision makers in advancing healthy, green communities for all. RESPONSIBILITIES & IMPACT Volunteer Coordination and Events Create welcoming entry for events by leading setup/breakdown of the registration table; volunteer refreshments; and support to operations staff with volunteer direction as needed. Ensures that events progress seamlessly by following established procedures, collaborating with other employees, and being responsive to day-of needs. Bring clarity and assurance for volunteers by acting as their main point of contact for day-of events, addressing any questions, concerns, or issues. Also, assist individual programs with volunteer needs and logistics. Administrative and Office Support Assist with organizational integrity by monthly inventory preparation, reporting, and purchasing as needed. Advance operational and team productivity through support of simple website editing, social media support, data entry, communications/email support for volunteer events. Provide day to day office administration, including answering organizational phones, mail, and email. Lead digital and paper filing, storage and supplies, cleanliness/organization, and space logistics. Success in this Role: Represent Texas Trees’ mission with professionalism, excellence and joy to create a supportive and inclusive environment that empowers Texas Trees employees, volunteers, champions and observers to better engage with the organization. SKILLS & EXPERIENCE WE VALUE Mission Alignment: Deep commitment to advancing work that supports nature, community, and health, bringing energy, care, and a genuine sense of joy to work aligned with the organization’s mission and values. Experience: High school diploma or equivalent with some volunteer management, community engagement, customer service, retail, administrative or service experience preferred. Communications Expertise: Contributing to a supportive, inclusive, and empowering environment where people feel valued, respected, and motivated. Ability to speak Spanish appreciated. Software: Familiarity with MS Office. Project management: Planning, organizing, and executing tasks efficiently, ensuring alignment with goals, timelines, and commitments. Growth Mindset: Embracing challenges as opportunities to grow and learn. Remaining open to feedback and learning as part of a reciprocal relationship with Texas Trees. Trust: Builds and maintains trust by showing up, being present, following through, and supporting team and organizational success. Being transparent and open, especially in the face of challenges. Administrative: Must have excellent organizational, interpersonal and administrative skills. COMPENSATION, BENEFITS, WORK SCHEDULE & LOCATION This is a part-time, in-person, hourly position, targeting 20h/week on Wednesdays,Thursdays, and Saturdays. We offer a collaborative, mission-driven environment that supports and invests in each team member’s growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas Trees Foundation