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Job Posted
December 20, 2023
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Contact Email
uccrecruiter@usu.edu
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Location
United States
Summary
Projects & Schedule
Field projects may be backcountry (hiking into the project site, camping away from a vehicle) or front country (such as driving to the project site daily, camping at the vehicle, or non-camping lodging). Projects may be urban (located in a city or town) or rural (located in national parks, forests, etc. with limited access to facilities and resources). Weather is variable, and work and campsites can range from 2,000-13,000 feet in elevation.
Projects may include (but are not limited to):
- Fire fuels reduction activities including chainsaw operation and maintenance
- Invasive species management, including herbicide application
- Habitat restoration
- Land inventory and mapping
- Community service
Crews generally work a 9-day or 4-day, 10-hour/day (some days may be up to 12 hours) ‘hitch’ schedule, while camping in front and backcountry settings. Typically, crews will have 3-5 days off between hitches. Days will include two 15-minute breaks and one 30-minute lunch (the 30-minute lunch break does not count toward term of service hours). Crews should expect schedules and project work to vary.
This position is an AmeriCorps term of service that requires a full-time commitment (about 45 hours per week).
To Apply
Complete the UCC Online Application found at:
https://usu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_er4BQnALOcH2TCC
You are required to attach a resume, cover letter, and 2 professional references (phone and email) to the online application.
**Cover letters should describe the following:
- Why you want to serve with Utah Conservation Corps
- Your experience working within a group, including leadership roles
- Qualifications and other experience relevant to the fire fuels reduction projects
Research shows that candidates from underrepresented populations often don’t apply for positions if they are uncertain about the position qualifications and skillsets. This is a position with training provided, if you’re interested, we strongly encourage you to apply!
Compensation Information
Compensation & Benefits
- AmeriCorps living allowance $1,666.67 distributed in equal payments throughout the term of service; total of $30,000 distributed (note: this is taxable income)
- Segal AmeriCorps Education Award, $6,895.00 (available upon successful completion of term)
- Learn more about how you can use your Education Award https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/segal-americorps-education-award
- Health Insurance benefit of up to $100.00 a month on new plans through the Marketplace on Healthcare.gov
- Professional Development Training Fund: $500.00 available for use during term of service for approved conservation skills and leadership trainings
- Forbearance on qualifying student loans while in service
- Conservation leadership experience
- Chainsaw training refresher course with the option to evaluate through UCC National USFS Chainsaw Program as a B faller
- Member Assistance Program (a mental wellness and life coaching program)
- $150 reimbursement uniform reimbursement (boots/pants) for a 1700hr term