The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is America's conservation corps. Our members protect and restore national parks, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks and community green spaces in all 50 states.
Follow all SCA policies & procedures as required for the position
Manage budget and necessary purchasing for crew and project
Manage relationship with agency partner
Facilitate crew operations: tools & equipment, work schedule, etc.
Manage all medical and first aid aspects
Communicate with full time SCA field staff as required
Supervise crew members during the work day
Train & supervise Crew Members in safe and proper tool use
Organize & lead recreation trip after completion of work project
Complete required program reporting and documentation
Qualifications:
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
Must have ability to legally work in the US
Current First Aid certification & CPR required by the start of the orientation training
Experience working with youth or young adults (ages 14-18)
Experience as a teacher or leader in educational environment
Experience with conservation work skills or related skills, preferred i.e. trail maintenance, trail construction, chainsaw, carpentry, landscaping, and gardening
Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per day, exposed to the elements. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move 40 pounds or more.
Must be able to attend mandatory Crew Leader training: June 3rd- June 12th, 2013
Valid driver’s license and MVR that meets SCA standards required
Ability to meet SCA’s criminal background check standards
Must have personal housing arrangements in program city