Year-Round Crew Leader

Supervision, Culture, Leadership 

• Follow and uphold VYCC Principles, Practices, and Policies 

• Create an inclusive crew culture that prioritizes physical and emotional safety 

• Supervise Crew Members: conduct check-ins and feedback meetings that help Crew Members set goals, assess growth, and celebrate progress 

• Instruct and support Crew Members on topics including proper tool use and care, camp living, and personal care while in the field 

• Engage with VYCC staff on setting personal goals and charting personal and professional progress, demonstrate a growth mindset 

• Effectively work with your co-leader to balance tasks and responsibilities 

Risk Assessment and Safety Management, Logistics, Administrative 

• Play a lead role in risk assessment and safety management in the field 

• Help provide emergency response and communication during emergencies 

• Complete administrative and reporting tasks 

• Manage field logistics (vehicle maintenance checks, tool maintenance, camp setup and tear-down, camp chores, and more) 

Project Management 

• Facilitate daily framing and debrief sessions with your crew 

• Manage project sites efficiently with high quality while prioritizing safety and member growth and learning 

• Effectively communicate with VYCC staff and project partner to ensure completion of project goals 

Winter Months (December – February) 

• Logistical support (gear and tool maintenance) 

• Vehicle fleet management (routine vehicle and trailer maintenance) 

• Recruitment and hiring support 

• Professional technical skill development 

• Supporting program season debriefs and planning sessions 

• Winter project work (typically forest management projects) with VYCC and potentially with partnering organizations

Required Qualifications 

• At least 21 years of age • Prior experience in project areas (trails, carpentry, forestry, water quality), outdoor experience (camping), and/or outdoor leadership • Ability to perform strenuous physical work safely in all weather conditions (heat, humidity, rain, cold, snow, etc.) and motivate others to do the same • Ability to hike in steep or uneven terrain, lift and carry heavy tools, gear or materials • Valid driver’s license with good driving record for at least 3 years • Offsite housing, VYCC can help connect applicants with housing options • Excellent time management, organizational, and communication skills • Experience in risk assessment and being responsible for the health and safety of others • Experience in providing and receiving feedback, and creating a culture of learning and growth • Wilderness First Aid and CPR Certification (VYCC provides a WFA course preseason) • Willingness to undergo a criminal background check • Ability to camp with crew for most of the field season • Ability to work some evenings and weekends • Desire and motivation to build a career in conservation