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Conservation: AmeriCorps Advanced Forests Crew Member

Vermont Youth Conservation Corps
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Project Accomplishments 

• Complete meaningful conservation projects including, but not limited to, trail and road maintenance, water quality, and forest projects 

• Perform service safely in all weather conditions, including bringing all safety gear to the project site and using tools and equipment properly 

• Follow instructions from VYCC staff and project partners to learn technical skills and complete projects 

• Complete projects to the best of your abilities, maintaining efficiency and a high standard of quality 

Crew Community Building 

• Follow all principles, practices and policies of VYCC and AmeriCorps, including a drug-free project site and campsite 

• Complete daily crew chores and tasks, both at the project site and the campsite 

• Help create a supportive and inclusive crew community by participating in crew activities and supporting fellow crew members 

• Set professional and personal goals and engage with supervisor to assess progress and receive feedback throughout the season 

• Be willing to be flexible and adaptable as schedules and projects have potential to shift throughout the season 

Education and Training 

• Participate in a variety of trainings, including VYCC and AmeriCorps Orientations and additional enrichment activities. These training hours will not exceed 20% of the total number of member hours 

• Participate in learning and growth opportunities throughout service 

Required Qualifications 

• Be at least 18 years of age 

• Ability to perform strenuous physical work safely in all weather conditions 

• Ability to hike in steep or uneven terrain, lift and carry heavy tools, gear or materials 

• Eagerness for extensive camping with limited accommodations and support 

• Be a U.S. citizen, a national, or legal permanent resident non-citizen of the U.S. 

• Have not been convicted of murder or sexual assault and be willing to undergo a National Service Criminal History Check and a VT Agency of Human Services check. 

• Be a high school graduate or have a GED certificate, or be willing to work towards GED as part of their service-year successful completion requirement 

• Valid driver’s license with good driving record for at least three years (preferred)