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SCA (Student Conservation Association) – HQ/Mid-Atlantic
FOUNDED IN: 1957
Address:
1310 N. Courthouse Rd, Suite 110
Suite 110
Arlington, Virginia
22201
Field Leader- Philadelphia Youth Program at John Heinz Wildlife Refuge
JOB DETAILS
Actively Recruiting: Yes
Position title: Field Leader- Philadelphia Youth Program at John Heinz Wildlife Refuge
Deadline to apply: 2024-08-30
Type of Position: Crew Leader
Town, City, Park, etc: Philadelphia
State / Territory: Pennsylvania
Benefits: Industry-Recognized Certifications
Project/Program Focus: Wildlife Management
POSITION DESCRIPTION
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. SCA’s Philadelphia Youth Program is based at the John Heinz Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum and will have 10 youth crew members and two adult crew leaders. The crew will meet in a central location in Philadelphia each workday and transportation will be provided to project sites. The crew will take part in environmental education trips and activities. This program is an entry-level position with the goal of connecting young people with nature. The program is 50-75% conservation field work, such as improving trails, managing invasive species, and planting native species. The remainder of the program 25-50% is environmental education, leadership development, and workforce readiness. Project will include trail work and maintenance, invasive species removal, tree planting, community outreach events, habitat restoration, and litter abatement in various sites. This program meets on Saturdays between September 28- December 14, 2024 (excluding holidays on Nov 9 & Nov 23), 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. Crew leaders work 15 hours per week and crew members work 7 hours per week.
Schedule
September 16, 2024 - December 21, 2024
JOB DUTIES
The Crew Leaders will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership, direction, support and supervision of 10 youth members performing climate and sustainability-oriented work; The Crew Leaders 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
REQUIREMENTS
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
Preferred Qualifications
Willingness and interest in working with youth in the outdoors.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
First Aid/CPR
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Living Accommodations
Housing not provided members return home at the end of their work day.
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.
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