Summer Conservation Crew Member
Position Summary:
The Conservation Crew Member position is an entry-level role . Crew Members are supported on a variety of levels, by their Crew Leaders, Program Staff & Project Partners, and Conservation Legacy Staff. While prior experience with the outdoors or outdoor work can be helpful, it is not a necessity for this position. We ask that Crew Members embrace learning opportunities , face challenges, and build community with their crew.
Project Work:
Projects take place across the Appalachian Region, including work with the US Forest Servi ce, the National Park Service, and other land managers. During their time in the field, Crew Members camp overnight and work outdoors in all types of weather conditions, performing heavy manual labor related to environmental conservation and restoration projects. These hands-on projects include visitor access improvements, trail construction and maintenance, habitat restoration, invasive species treatments, historic restoration, disaster relief, and much more. Most projects require hiking out to remote work sites for the day with tools, equipment, and day pack.
Special Benefits
Benefits :
- $600 weekly living stipend, paid bi-weekly
- AmeriCorps Segal Education Award upon successful completion of service term
- Member Assistance Program – 3 free sessions of support with a counseling or work-life balance specialist
- Uniform shirts, helmet, work gloves, eye protection , and other necessary safety equipment is provided
- On-the-job training
- Professional development opportunities (mentorship, resume support, alumni listserv, etc .) and e xposure to natural resource career paths
Requirements
General Qualifications:
- Be between the ages of 18 and 30 ( exception for Veterans up to age 35)
- Have US Citizenship or Legal Permanent Residency status
- Have a high school diploma or GED
- Pass background checks
- Fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (Federal partner requirement)
- No previous experience is required, but a general comfort and previous knowledge of working/living in an outdoor setting is helpful.
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