Team Leaders, Assistant Team Leaders, and Team Members

TIME REQUIREMENTS: AmeriCorps Terms, full-time, 40+ hours a week. It is typical to have a varied schedule, i.e., 9 days on (Monday – Tuesday) followed by 5 days off AND/OR 5 days on (Monday – Friday) with weekends off. Overnights, weekends, training, and service days are required. Commitment to the entire duration of the term is of utmost importance.

LOCATION: Orientation will be based out of a summer camp. Field projects after orientation are conducted state-wide in National and State Parks, Public Lands, Municipalities, and non-profit organizations. 

MCC Office: 54 Independence Drive, Augusta, ME 04330 

SERVICE CONDITIONS:

This position requires serving in adverse weather conditions, including cold, rain, heat and humidity, exposure to biting and stinging insects, hiking with all tools and gear over difficult terrain, and sleeping in tents. This position should be viewed not as a traditional job, but as an experience where long hours and extended time away from home, often in remote locations, are to be expected.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be eligible for AmeriCorps 
• High School diploma or equivalent 
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be a US Citizen or permanent resident
• Must agree to criminal history checks 
• Committed to MCC through the duration of the term of service

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous conservation corps experience
• Outdoor living experience
• Experience working as a part of a team

HOUSING: Will be provided during orientation. During the field season, teams will camp at their project site and will return to an assigned basecamp or the MCC Office for off time. Basecamps will vary from rustic cabins to tent sites. 

To Apply: Submit an MCC Application and send a copy of your resume to Corps.Conservation@maine.gov. You will be contacted with further instructions. You may direct questions to the same email above.