Position Summary
The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and adults. Since 1957, program participants have protected and restored national parks, national forests, wildlife refuges, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks, community green spaces, and much more across the country. The Reading Climate Corps is based in Reading PA and will have six members and one crew leader. The crew will meet in a central location in Reading each day and transportation will be provided to project sites in Reading. This program is an entry level position with the goal of connecting young people with nature. The program is 85% conservation field work. Project will include trail work and maintenance, invasive species removal, tree planting, habitat restoration, and litter abatement in various sites. The remaining 15% of time spent on this crew will be for workforce development, and leadership training. Program participants must have a desire to work outside and in weather conditions.;
This program meets Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm, working 40 hours per week.
Schedule
August 26, 2024 - December 27, 2024
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Crew Leader will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership, direction, support and supervision of six young adult members performing climate and sustainability-oriented work;
The Crew Leader will serve as a supervisor and mentor to the members and be responsible for the crew's overall service, performance, and safety.;
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 partners, ensuring successful and timely completion of work projects, and upholding a positive representation of SCA. The Crew Leader will interact and collaborate with several service partners in the field on a weekly basis;
Creating and maintaining a safe service and project environment; consistently monitoring all aspects of member safety including identification and removal of hazards, the mandatory use of personal protective equipment; and building a culture of safety within the crew;
Perform tasks as a Program Administrator, by organizing logistics, completing documentation, managing a budget, and communicating with SCA staff;
The leader will complete administrative tasks outside of the crew workday. These tasks will take up to 5 hours pers week to complete;
Communicating problems, schedule changes and other issues to the Program Manager and service partner(s) where appropriate in a prompt fashion;
Operating assigned vehicles, equipment, and tools safely and professionally;
Overseeing tool, equipment and material inventory and management
Required 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;
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 be a minimum of 21 years of age;
Must have the ability to legally work in the US;
Must have a valid driver's license for 3+ years and MVR that meets SCA standards;
CPR certification & Wilderness First Aid or approved 16-hour First Aid course equivalent required. *Certification opportunities provided by SCA at leader training;
Knowledge of the City of Reading and Berks County geography and community;
Proficiency in spoken and written Spanish
Hours
40 per week
Living Accommodations
Housing not provided as part of this position.
Compensation
Salaried position paying $750 per week. Leader is paid on a biweekly basis.
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Additional Benefits
First Aid/CPR
Wilderness First Aid Training
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.