Field Leader- Fedcap School Year Crew

Field Leader- Fedcap School Year Crew

#PO-00800321-LDR | Posted 08/09/2024

Position Summary 

This program is an opportunity for Fedcap students to serve with SCA during the school year. The goals are to provide youth with an immersive experience performing stewardship tasks in Essex County Parks. Crew members will also be engaged in environmental education lessons and activities.

Schedule 

October 21, 2024 - April 4, 2025

Key Duties and Responsibilities 

Act as a Crew Supervisor, by facilitating teamwork, managing field-based tasks, and guiding crew dynamics Serve as an Advisor, by training members in technical conservation work skills, mentoring personal and professional development, and teaching environmental stewardship Act as a Project Manager, by communicating with agency park partners, ensuring successful and timely completion of work projects, and upholding a positive representation of SCA Perform tasks as a Program Administrator, by organizing logistics, completing documentation, managing a budget, and communicating with SCA staff

Marginal Duties 

Leading Environmental Education Days at alternate locations. Communication with parents/guardians Coordination with Fedcap school administrators;
Maintaining a fleet leased SCA Program vehicle used throughout the program. Ensuring the vehicle is properly maintained and safely parked while not in use.

Required Qualifications 

Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per day, exposed to the elements, and must occasionally lift and/or move 40 pounds or more Must have a Wilderness First Aid Certification (WFA) Must be able to attend Crew Leader training or have attended a crew leader training in 2024. Must be a minimum of 21 years of age Must have the ability to legally work in the US.

Preferred Qualifications 

Experience working with youth or young adults, teaching, or environmental education a plus Experience with conservation work skills or related skills preferred – i.e., trail maintenance, trail construction, habitat restoration, chainsaw, carpentry, landscaping, and gardening

Hours 

40 per week

Living Accommodations 

This is a commuting crew. Living accommodations are not provided.

Compensation  

$900/week
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. 

Additional Benefits 

Equal Opportunity Statement 

SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members. SCA is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally. The Student Conservation Association, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. 

 Physical requirements and working conditions specific to the position are available in the full job description.