Crew Leaders (CLs) lead 4–10 person crews on various conservation-related projects. CLs are responsible for facilitating a positive crew member experience by setting an example of enthusiasm throughout work and camp life. They provide leadership, mentorship, support, and training for their crew. They are expected to uphold and follow UCC’s values, ensure policies and procedures are followed, communicate with project partners, and record and report weekly project outcome data and other documentation.

Summary

The Crew Leader term of service is approximately 10 months, spanning 3 field seasons (Spring, Summer, and Fall). This position involves frequent travel, camping, irregular hours, and a varying weekly schedule. AmeriCorps Crew Leaders will be supervised by the UCC Field Staff.

Project work may include (but is not limited to):

Trail construction and maintenance
Invasive species management, including herbicide application
Habitat restoration
Fence installation/repair/removal
Land management inventory and mapping
Recreational facilities maintenance and construction
Recreation signage repair
Community service
National disaster response efforts

Crews should expect project schedules and project work to vary. The schedules for crews in the field will change from project to project. Crews may be on ‘hitch’ for 4-14 days, working 10- hours/day (some days may be up to 12 hours/day), while camping in front and backcountry settings. Typically, crews will have 3-5 days off between hitches.

We seek Crew Leaders who:

Are creative problem solvers
Speak and act professionally, and conduct themselves with a high level of maturity
Approach uncertainty and discomfort with a positive mindset
Have the ability to lead and to motivate self and others
Communicate effectively
Can adapt to changing circumstances
Are passionate about conservation work
Desire to provide mentorship for emerging conservation leaders

To Apply

Click the link to complete UCC Crew Leader Application: https://usu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_25Eb5hmMA3nlnb8

Compensation Information

Living allowance of $1,444.73 paid twice per month Note: this is taxable income
Segal AmeriCorps Education Award, $7,395.00 (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 a month on new plans through the Marketplace on Healthcare.gov
Professional Development Training Fund: $250.00 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
Wilderness First Responder Certification (~$800 value)
Chainsaw training with the option to qualify through UCC National USFS Chainsaw Program as an A Faller (apprentice sawyer)
Utah Non-Commercial Pesticide Applicator License
Member Assistance Program (a mental wellness and life coaching program)
$150 reimbursement uniform reimbursement (boots/pants) for a 1700hr term