Appalachian Mountain Club
Address:
10 City Square
Charlestown, Massachusetts
02129
Adopt-a-Trail Coordinator
JOB DETAILS
Actively Recruiting: Yes
Position title: Adopt-a-Trail Coordinator
Type of Position: Staff (Seasonal)
Town, City, Park, etc: White Mountains
State / Territory: New Hampshire
Benefits: Housing – Primarily Camping, Housing – Primarily Non-Camping, Industry-Recognized Certifications, Meals/Food Assistance
Project/Program Focus: Trails, Volunteer Engagement
ORGANIZATION/PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
"Professional Trail Crews": AMC's Trail crew participants work collectively and intensely in teams of at least four participants per work site and move from project to project to build diverse skills. They work primarily in the White Mountains on the White Mountain National Forest, Appalachian National Scenic Trail, and surrounding NH State Parks. Some of the crew also travel to locations throughout New England for trail construction and repair on state lands, land trust lands, and federal lands that recently have included the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. Over successive seasons, crew members are taught and gain leadership skills. By their 3rd year with the crew, participants are usually ready to become on-site project crew leaders. All crew participants and crew leaders work under the supervision of a full-time, experienced Trail Supervisor. “Teen Paid Trail Crews”: AMC partners with youth employment organizations in NH and MA to train and lead summer-long teen crews for productive and immersive skills in trail stewardship, teamwork, and leadership. AMC provides crew leadership and compensation for the teen crew participants recruited by partners at the MassHire program in Holyoke, MA. This crew works primarily on the New England National Scenic Trail and surrounding state lands. In New Hampshire, AMC trains and compensates crew leaders, and also provides all supplies and equipment for crew members that are recruited and compensated by New Hampshire’s Jobs for America’s Graduates (NH-JAG) program. These crews work on White Mountain National Forest lands, municipal lands, and land trust properties. "AMC AmeriCorps" program supports individuals who are looking to enter the field of conservation. No previous experience is required, and members go through a training period at the beginning of the season which includes trail maintenance, axe use, crosscut saw training, wilderness first aid, backcountry ethics, camping skills, and leadership training. AMC AmeriCorps Members are based out of our Camp Dodge Trails Center in Gorham, NH. Throughout the season, members work on various projects in the White Mountain region while learning technical trail work, camping, and hiking skills along the way. This program is a great way to learn trail work relates to conservation, while giving back directly to the trails in the area.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Ready to dive into epic outdoor adventures and make a positive impact on the environment? Look no further than the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) - the oldest conservation, education, and recreation organization in the USA! Our passion for the outdoors knows no bounds, and we want YOU to be a part of it. As an employee, you'll unlock access to exciting programs, policies, and procedures that empower you to make a real difference. Join the AMC team now and embark on the journey of a lifetime!
Dates: April through Oct, 2024. Dates can be flexible, but preference is given to candidates who can work full season.
This dynamic position serves as the primary staff liaison between AMC’s trail adopter community and AMC trails department staff. With a strong emphasis on communication and records management, this position coordinates the more than 200 trail adopters and sign maintainers in the White Mountains of NH and ME and works with AMC’s volunteer chapter trail committees throughout the Northeast to support their trail maintainer and other trail stewardship activities. Additionally, this position serves as a point of contact for all land managers where AMC has established maintenance responsibilities. In support of a robust and engaged trail volunteer community, this position delivers regular training, coordinates volunteer recognition, and attends committee meetings. This is a 6-month seasonal position which reports directly to the Trail Programs Volunteer Supervisor and works closely with a team that includes an Americorps Crew, Volunteer Crew Leaders, Professional Trail Crew and Backcountry Campsite Managers.
JOB DUTIES
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING AT AMC
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Maintaining current records in AMC’s trail volunteer database
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Communicating frequently via email, delivering regular newsletters and responding to individual messages from volunteers
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Developing a basic trail maintenance curriculum that can be delivered across AMC’s service area, with modifications for specific regions
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Working with AMC’s Chapter volunteers to support trail committees and trail adopter programs
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Serving as the primary staff liaison to AMC’s volunteer-led Inter-Chapter Trails Committee
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Traveling to offer local trail skills trainings to Chapter Trails Committees across all Chapters
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Supporting Chapters connectivity with local land managers for trail maintenance activities
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Supporting existing Adopt-A-Trail Volunteer Program (200+ volunteers) in AMC’s Maine Woods, White Mountains, Cardigan, Noble View, and Wachusett Mountain
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Increasing engagement in AMC Adopt-A-Trail programming and expanding the program to other regions
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Maintaining non-adopted trails when needed
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Field check AMC trail sign inventory
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Coordinating the White Mountain Trail Sign maintenance and replacement volunteer program
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Improving record keeping and reporting on AMC Trail Volunteer activities and accomplishments across the organization and to AMC’s land management partners
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Improving trail volunteer recognition, trail volunteer recruitment, and retention
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Assisting with maintenance of tools, equipment, and facilities
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Occasionally driving 12-passenger vans
REQUIREMENTS
WHAT AMC IS LOOKING FOR:
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Ability to maintain a high level of detail
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Previous trail maintenance experience
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Ability to spend full days outdoors in a variety of conditions and hike up to 15 miles carrying tools and a heavy (50+ lb.) pack
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Previous committee and meeting facilitation work is a plus
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Ability to work respectfully with people of diverse backgrounds
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Ability to adapt to changing conditions and maintain strong decision-making skills
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Ability to set goals, manage time, and prioritize tasks without constant direct supervision
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High level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, Airtable, online forms and database management
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Strong self-motivation and written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to work a flexible schedule including most weekends
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Must be at least 21+ years of age and hold a valid driver’s license and clear driving record (driving record check will be performed)
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Clear criminal background check (performed by AMC Human Resources Dept.)
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
Benefits
- Room & Board: On-site housingfor $45/week meals included, too!
- Insurance:Available with positions that are 6 months or longer and when working greater than 30hours per week
- Retirement:Voluntary 403(b) Contribution
- Paid Time Off:earn up to 10 days ofpaid earned time dependingon length of service
- Other Team Member Perks:
- 30% discount on AMC Merchandise
- Free Annual AMC Membership
- 4 Free nights at AMC locations
- Prodeals discounts on equipment & gear and more!
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
HOW TO APPLY AT AMC
Please include a resume and cover letter. No phone calls or agencies please.
AMC welcomes all qualified candidates to apply and we invite the full participation of all individuals currently underrepresented in the outdoor community. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals from racially and/or ethnically diverse communities, individuals with disabilities, individuals from LGBTQ+ communities, and individuals who experience intersectionality with one or more of these identities.
The Appalachian Mountain Club has zero tolerance for child abuse or placing children in danger. The AMC requires all employees who work in a program or facility which serves children, disabled persons, or the elderly to have a criminal background record check performed on their name annually with employment contingent upon satisfactory results.
RELATED JOBS
Trail Crew Leader
Actively Recruiting: Yes
Type of Position: Staff (Seasonal)
Town, City, Park, etc:
White Mountains, New Hampshire
Benefits: Housing – Primarily Non-Camping, Industry-Recognized Certifications, Meals/Food Assistance
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