Rocky Mountain Conservancy

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

High School Leadership Corps Supervisor

JOB DETAILS

Actively Recruiting: Yes
Position title: High School Leadership Corps Supervisor
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, Historic Preservation, Trails
Attachments/Supplemental Materials: 2026-HSLC-Supervisor

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

The High School Corps Supervisor will provide direct oversight to the Rocky Mountain Conservancy High School Leadership Corps (HSLC) program, both in the field and in an office setting. Along with overseeing the High School Leadership Corps, the High School Leadership staff may provide support to the Rocky Mountain Conservation Corps. The High School Leadership Supervisor will plan, implement, and report on the High School Leadership program throughout the season and ensure adequate training is provided to the High School Leadership Field Coordinator. The High School Leadership Corps Supervisor will assist the High School Leadership Corps program, staying in the field with the crew for their entire 11-day program, specifically supporting the High School Leadership Field Coordinator during the workdays and giving lessons. The High School Leadership Corps Supervisor will also contribute to and support the growth and development of the High School Corps Field Coordinator throughout the season. They will provide regular updates to the Corps Manager on crew progress, the status and reporting on conflicts in the field, and provide partnership support between the crew and agency supervisors (USDA Forest Service, National Park Service, and several other non-profits). The High School Leadership Corps Supervisor may perform the duties of this position throughout Larimer County, Clear Creek County, Grand County, Jackson County, and across the Rocky Mountain National Park and the Arapaho-Roosevelt National Forest. The position requires heavy physical labor for extended periods in the field, travel in a Conservancy vehicle, and time spent in the office working on a wide variety of tasks.

JOB DUTIES

  1. Develop and implement pre-season training for the High School Leadership Corps and Conservation Corps
  2. Develop and implement pre-season training and seasonal evaluations for High School
    Leadership Corps Field Coordinator
  3. Develop and implement pre-season training and expectations for High School Corps Youth Mentors in conjunction with the Field Coordinator
  4. Recruit and hire for High School Leadership Corps
  5. Communicate and organize programming for the High School Leadership Corps
  6. Assist with educational sessions during Conservation Corps training weeks
  7. Lead pre-season set up, packing, and coordination of individual and group gear for the High School
    Leadership Corps
  8. Distribute, track, and repair all gear rentals for High School Leadership Corps
  9. Model appropriate judgment and leadership skills for members
  10. Work in the field providing logistical support for crews for the entirety of two 11-day High
    School Leadership Sessions
  11. Prepare lessons in leadership and professional development to take place during each
    session
  12. Conduct regular meetings with the High School Corps Field Coordinator for one-on-one check-ins
  13. Collect paperwork and waivers from agency partners to return to the admin staff
  14. Organize, clean, distribute, and collect crew gear
  15. Report regularly to and support the RMC-CC Admin staff
  16. Support the physical and emotional well-being of HSLC members/mentors
  17. Provide occasional crew visits to Conservation Corps crews
  18. Plan, organize, and facilitate supplemental training and education programs
  19. Perform duties expected of any corps member, including trail work, field planning,
    cleanup/setup, and other day-to-day duties while on crew
  20. Plan and coordinate crew activities and travel with the Corps Manager
  21. Participate in and help with facilitating orientation and training
  22. Adhere to the Rocky Mountain Conservancy Staff Handbook
  23. Enforce rules and regulations as specified in the RMC-CC/HSLC Handbook
  24. Perform administrative tasks and maintain a broad variety of databases,
    spreadsheets, and Word documents
  25. Help organize, distribute, and collect mid-season and end-of-season evaluations
  26. Assist in the preparation of grants and other reporting processes
  27. Attend Rocky Mountain Conservancy staff meetings, as schedule allows
  28. May support Community Volunteer Stewardship Events
  29. Provide effective communication with project partners
  30. 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]

JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skill, and Ability

  1. Understanding of working with High School Youth
  2. Familiarity with the corps model and conservation skills
  3. Familiarity with 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. Organizational skills, ability to work independently, and self-motivated
  9. Risk management skills
  10. Ability to lead groups of diverse youth (ages 14-17)
  11. Background in Environmental Education
  12. Ability to empathize with others
  13. Comfortable working in both field and office settings
  14. 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.
  15. Demonstration and continued respect of RMC property, including but not limited to RMC vehicles, equipment, etc.