Assistant Crew Leader Responsibilities:

Project Management & Implementation

• Train and motivate a crew of six youth participants (ages 15-18) to complete conservation projects efficiently on public lands.
• Delegate project work & investment among ACL and crew.
• Manage on-the-ground quality and quantity of project work.
• Think critically to resolve issues and solve problems.
• Demonstrate and support a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Communicate effectively & coordinate logistics with project partners, staff crew leader, members, and CCNC staff.
  
  

Safety & Risk Management

• Monitor, manage, and promote the crew’s physical and emotional safety on and off the work site.
• Exhibit strong situational awareness & promote a culture of safety.
• Transport crew and equipment safely in CCNC’s vans or large vehicles with trailers.
  
  

Administration

• Manage crew medical history forms and incident documentation in conjunction with the staff crew leader.
  

Once selected and prior to their start date, ACLs are required to complete an online enrollment process that includes completing e-forms, uploading IDs, and beginning their background check process. For those with limited access to online platforms, accommodations may be available and can be discussed during the interview process.

Minimum Qualifications

• Be between the ages of 18 and 30 (exception for veterans up to age 35)
• Have US Citizenship or Legal Permanent Residency status.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Pass background checks: all offers of positions are conditional upon completion of an acceptable check of the National Sex Offender Public Registry and Federal and/or State criminal background check.
• Physically fit and able to work long days in adverse conditions.
• High School diploma or GED certificate.
• Must have a clean driving record (insurable by CCNC) and a current driver’s license.
• Current CPR/AED certificate.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CCNC or another Conservation Corps.
• Background with experiential and/ or environmental education.
• Facilitation and team-building experience with diverse groups of people.
• Strong conflict resolution skills.
  
  

Participant Essential Eligibility Requirements

Essential eligibility requirements for the program must be met. If you are unable to meet certain requirements, we may be able to assist you with some modification unless it alters the fundamental nature of the program, compromises the health and safety of participants or staff, or places an undue financial or administrative burden on the organization. These requirements are written the same for all positions and therefore may not apply directly to your position.

Participation and Expedition Behavior

• Work effectively as a member of a team despite potentially stressful and difficult conditions. This may require problem solving on an interpersonal or group level as well as a willingness to accept differences.
• Contribute to a safe learning environment, no harassment of others for any reason.
• Willingness and ability to complete all aspects of the program including conservation projects, education, training, and national service. Members must commit to participating in all crew/team activities.
• Effectively communicate ideas and concerns as they arise.
• Have the cognitive ability to learn necessary skills and apply them to effectively carry out the service work requirements
• Appropriately represent the program to the public and project partners.

Safety and Judgment

• Effectively perceive, understand, and follow directions to manage hazards.
• Stay alert and focused for several hours at a time while traveling and working in varied weather conditions
• Respond appropriately to stress or crises.
  
  

If taking prescription medications, participants must be able to maintain proper dosage by self-medicating without assistance from others.

Physical Requirements:

Conservation Legacy is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to perform essential functions. Some positions may require periodic overnight travel, non-traditional hours, ability to move across varied terrain, use program-specific tools and a range of technology on an infrequent or frequent basis. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Ability to safely drive an organizational vehicle may also be required for some positions. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager.

Time Requirements:

• Typically, this position is expected to serve Monday to Friday, but exact service schedules may vary.
• This is a seasonal position; Assistant Crew Leaders are asked to fully commit to the experience, expectations, and timeline.

Orientation and Training:

• Assistant Crew Leaders will be trained June 1st – June 12th (Monday through Friday) prior to crew’s start date.

Benefits

• Member Assistance Program – 3 free sessions of support with a counseling or work-life balance specialist.
• Uniform shirts, helmet, work gloves, eye protection, and other necessary safety equipment is provided.
• Depending upon the academic institution and program, ACL positions may fulfill internship requirements.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to natural resource career paths and opportunities.