Rocky Mountain Conservancy

Address:
48 Alpine Circle P.O. Box 3100
PO Box 3100
Estes Park, Colorado
80517

Field Coordinator

JOB DETAILS

Actively Recruiting: Yes
Position title: Field Coordinator
Type of Position: Staff (Seasonal)
Town, City, Park, etc: Estes Park
State / Territory: Colorado
Benefits: Housing Stipend/Assistance
Project/Program Focus: Climate Change, Data Collection, Habitat Restoration, Herbicide Application, Historic Preservation, Trails
Attachments/Supplemental Materials: 2026-Field-Coordinator-PD1

Application Link
Please send your Cover Letter, Resume, and Three References to [email protected]

ORGANIZATION/PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

While Rocky Mountain Conservancy was originally founded in 1931, Rocky Mountain Conservancy – Conservation Corps (RMC-CC) was started in 2003 to take a more active role in stewardship of Rocky Mountain National Park and the surrounding areas. Each year, 40-60 participants work hard to perform essential conservation projects across an array of areas, primarily focusing on trails, vegetation, or historic preservation. Along with hard work in the beautiful Rocky Mountains, RMC strives to create an inclusive environment where our participants can learn and grow from others in the natural resources space. Through multiple different educational opportunities, RMC hopes to provide individuals with tangible knowledge to further their career goals, as well as to make them more active citizens in their own communities.

 

RMC-CC offers primarily crew summer programming, operating in line with most colleges on a semester schedule. Each crew is made up of 6-10 individuals who spend the summer serving in or around Rocky Mountain National Park. Members learn valuable leadership, outdoor, and interpersonal skills, and earn a Segal Education Award at the end of their term, coinciding with the number of hours they’ve served. Crews get the chance to partner with many agencies, from the National Park Service to the U.S Forest Service, as well as several different non-profits in the region. For more information, please visit our website.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Summary:
The Field Coordinators will provide leadership and support for several (8-10) crews of approximately 5-8 young adults per crew (approx. 18-30 years of age), both in the field and in an office setting. The Field Coordinator will assist with planning, implementation, and reporting of the Conservation Corps season. Throughout the season, the Field Coordinator will be responsible for preparing and implementing trainings, visiting the crews in the field, updating the Corps Field Supervisor and Corps Manager or crew progress and status, resolving and reporting on conflicts in the field, and providing partnership support between the crews and the agency supervisors (USDA Forest Service, National Park Service, and various non-profits). The Field Coordinator may perform the duties of this position throughout the areas of Larimer County, Boulder County, Gilpin County, Clear Creek County, Grand County, and Jackson County. This position requires heavy physical labor for extended periods of time, significant travel time in a Conservancy vehicle, and time spent in the office working on a wide variety of tasks.

JOB DUTIES

  1. Assist in the development and implementation of pre-season training for Conservation Corps
  2. Lead educational sessions during Crew Leader Week and Orientation Week
  3. Assist with pre-season set-up, packing, and coordination of individual and group gear
  4. Distribute, track, and repair all gear rentals
  5. Model appropriate judgment and leadership skills for members
  6. Work in the field providing logistical support for crews
  7. Serve as a Crew Leader (with a crew 24/7), as needed
  8. Conduct regular meetings with Crew Leaders and help develop their leadership style
  9. Collect and organize paperwork from crews to be turned into the RMC-CC Admin staff
  10. Organize, clean, distribute, and collect crew gear
  11. Administer and organize crew paperwork
  12. Report regularly to and support the RMC-CC Admin staff
  13. Support the physical and emotional well-being of all corps members
  14. Maintain the schedule of crew visits
  15. Plan, organize, and facilitate supplemental training and education programs
  16. Perform duties expected of any corps member, including trail work, field planning, cleanup/setup, and other day-to-day duties while on crew
  17. Participate and help in facilitating orientation and training
  18. Adhere to the Rocky Mountain Conservancy Staff Handbook
  19. Enforce rules and regulations as specified in the RMC-CC Handbook
  20. Implement and adhere to AmeriCorps policies related to behavior, reporting (timesheets and trail reports), and all other aspects of the Member Service Agreement
  21. Perform administrative tasks and maintain a broad variety of databases, spreadsheets, and Word documents surrounding accomplishments, education session preferences, and contact information
  22. Help organize, distribute, and collect mid-season and end-of-season evaluations
  23. Assist in the preparation of grant and other reporting processes
  24. Attend Rocky Mountain Conservancy staff meetings, as schedule allows
  25. Support Community Volunteer Stewardship Events in collaboration with NPS as necessary
  26. Model effective communication with project partners and crews
  27. Support AmeriCorps program administration
  28. Support High School Leadership Corps as necessary
  29. Any other duties assigned as needed

  1. Must be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, or Lawful Permanent Resident of the U.S
  2. Must pass the National Sex Offender Public Registry and applicable State and Federal background checks
  3. Must complete physician’s review, if requested
  4. Provide a clean driving record (Driver’s License background check required)
  5. Must be at least 21 years of age to drive Company vehicles.

Dani Woods

[email protected]

  1. Familiarity and expertise with the corps model and conservation skills
  2. Multiple seasons of experience leading outdoor crews (conservation, education, etc.)
  3. Strong background in trail construction and maintenance techniques
  4. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both written and orally
  5. Robust interpersonal communication skills
  6. Sound judgment and ability to model and implement policies and procedures in the field
  7. Proficiency in low-impact camping techniques (LNT Ethics)
  8. Strong organizational skills, ability to work independently, and self-motivated
  9. Strong risk management skills
  10. Ability to lead groups of diverse youth (ages 18-30)
  11. Ability to empathize with others
  12. Comfortable working in both field and office settings
  13. Strong prioritization of safety for oneself and others. This includes but is not limited to knowing your physical limits to reduce strains and sprains, using caution when lifting and using team lifts when possible, being aware of your surroundings, and careful foot placement when walking on uneven ground.
  14. Demonstration and continued respect of RMC property, including but not limited to RMC vehicles, equipment, etc.