Field Leader- Massachusetts Conservation Corps Crew

Field Leader- Massachusetts Conservation Corps Crew

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Location: John Augustus Hall, West Boylston, MA  

Position Dates: 8/19/2024 – 12/20/2024 (Dates are slightly flexible)  

Job Description

Conservation Begins Here.

The Student Conservation Association (SCA), America’s #1 conservation service organization seeks qualified applicants to lead, educate, and inspire young adults for the programs.  

Primary Responsibilities:  

Are you seeking an opportunity to mentor young adults as they look to jumpstart their career in an environmental field?  Does completing environmental and recreation services in picturesque Massachusetts, throughout the fall, sound like fun?  If you said yes to either of these questions, then this Leader position with the Massachusetts Conservation Corps is for you! 

The MACC is a partnership between SCA, the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), Massachusetts Service Alliance, and AmeriCorps.  This position helps members learn the technical and interpersonal skills to become conservation leaders.   Join our community of like-minded individuals and help us provide great services for the state of Massachusetts and support for our program’s members. 

Specifically, the Crew Leader will:  

• Be a crew supervisor and mentor for the young adult participants  
• Facilitate and help members build their teamwork and leadership skills
• Provide technical project support
• Assist members with the administrative tasks of completing timecards, project reports, and other duties as needed
• Aid members in the maintenance of programmatic tools and equipment
• Maintain and uphold risk management policies
• Communicate with agency partners, ensure successful and timely project completion, and help maintain SCA’s high standards and positive reputation
• Management and maintenance of SCA programmatic vehicles

Leader Qualifications:  

• 1-2 years prior experience in supervising young adults preferably in an outdoor setting 
• Strong communication, leadership skills, and work ethic are required
• Self-starter, ability to work independently and as part of a fast-paced team
• Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 10 hours per day, exposed to the elements, occasionally lifting 50 pounds or more, and hiking 5 or more miles per day 
• Previous trail construction experience and knowledge is desired 
• Wilderness first aid and CPR or higher certification is desired but not required 
• Minimum of 21 years of age
• Able to legally work in the US
• Valid Driver’s license and driving record within SCA guidelines  
• Ability to pass criminal background checks 
• Have a personal vehicle - mileage reimbursement available for work-related travel 

Leader Benefits and Compensation:  

• Salary: $1000per week 
• Housing provided 
• Travel Stipend:  $800 (1/2 paid on first paycheck, 1/2 paid on last)
• Stipend for use of personal cell phone 
• Training & professional development opportunities - Opportunity to recertify or attend select training, including Wilderness First Aid and CPR, SCA’s trail skills training, and more! 

The Student Conservation Association, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. Click here to learn more about Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at the SCA.