Montana Conservation Corps
Field Support Technician (Youth Program)
Montana Conservation Corps, Kalispell, Montana, us, 59904
Field Support Technician (Youth Program)
Reports To : Regional Youth Program Manager
Position Summary The Youth Field Support Technician (FST) responsibilities include supporting the training of Youth Crew Leaders and providing field visitation and logistical support to help ensure the successful completion of MCC projects and programming. In addition, FSTs will help ensure regional operations run smoothly. The FST, under the supervision of the Regional Program Manager, works with all regional staff and must maintain communication between the office and the field. The FST helps ensure that MCC policies and procedures are followed by all members and leaders while establishing and maintaining a good working relationship with project partners. The FST will be called upon to lead or join an existing crew when necessary. This is not a 9-5 job, rather a commitment to service and an experience where long hours and extended time away from your home base are to be expected. Serving as a FST at MCC means having passion for service to others, for wild lands and wild places, for personal growth, and for any number of MCC’s values. FSTs must be self‑motivated and flexible in order to meet the changing needs of the position. The FST is an AmeriCorps participant and is entitled to the benefit package offered to all AmeriCorps participants.
Field Support Technicians understand that commitment, flexibility and self‑motivation are integral to maintaining the high expectations placed upon them. They use their training, experience and commitment to facilitate their region’s Crew Leader and Crew Member development. They are creative in their approach to problem solving and motivating others, and are invested in the idea that their personal development and growth as a leader are most fully realized when used in service to their crews, their communities and the environment.
Programmatic Duties
Assist staff in planning and implementing trainings for members and leaders
Facilitate and deliver MCC education components to leaders and crews in the field
Ensure safety is the top priority during all MCC activities and projects; promote a ‘culture of safety’
Follow and model all MCC policies and procedures and ensure crew compliance
Assist in project logistics, including coordinating the regional tool cache, assisting with regional inventory, field visits to crews, and communicating with regional staff to ensure project support needs are met
Provide technical training, assistance and guidance to crews and leaders as needed
Collaborate with regional staff to support Crew Leaders with leadership or crew dynamic challenges. In some cases FSTs will help support regional crew debriefs, in conjunction with regional staff
Administrative Duties
Assist in maintaining accurate crew, project, program, and safety records
Assist in maintaining accurate inventory and records
Complete and submit required reports and other paperwork in a timely manner
Provide information to staff for evaluation of Crew Leaders and Members; include both positive feedback and areas of potential improvement
Qualifications
High school degree, GED, or willingness to pursue obtaining a GED
US Citizen, National or Lawful Permanent Resident
Ability to pass a National Service Criminal History Check
21+ years old by the start date
Valid driver’s license, ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check
Ability to hike 3‑12 miles per day in terrain that can be steep, rocky or uneven, often wearing a 45lb backpack while carrying tools and sometimes backpacking with full packs of 60 – 70lbs
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds repeatedly and use hand and power tools
Effective written and oral communication skills
Ability to obtain Wilderness First Aid/CPR training. (Training is reimbursable up to allotted amount/ MCC provides training)
Strong service ethic and desire to serve the community and the environment
Willingness to serve long hours in all weather conditions
Ability to be away on overnight trips for up to 10 days at a time
Commitment to completing term; available for duration of entire term of service
Technical field skills related to trails, saw use, mesic restoration, weed management, campcraft, wilderness travel, and backcountry living
MCC is committed to being welcoming to all and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply.
While this position description describes the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position, it is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All Montana Conservation Corps positions may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities.
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Position Summary The Youth Field Support Technician (FST) responsibilities include supporting the training of Youth Crew Leaders and providing field visitation and logistical support to help ensure the successful completion of MCC projects and programming. In addition, FSTs will help ensure regional operations run smoothly. The FST, under the supervision of the Regional Program Manager, works with all regional staff and must maintain communication between the office and the field. The FST helps ensure that MCC policies and procedures are followed by all members and leaders while establishing and maintaining a good working relationship with project partners. The FST will be called upon to lead or join an existing crew when necessary. This is not a 9-5 job, rather a commitment to service and an experience where long hours and extended time away from your home base are to be expected. Serving as a FST at MCC means having passion for service to others, for wild lands and wild places, for personal growth, and for any number of MCC’s values. FSTs must be self‑motivated and flexible in order to meet the changing needs of the position. The FST is an AmeriCorps participant and is entitled to the benefit package offered to all AmeriCorps participants.
Field Support Technicians understand that commitment, flexibility and self‑motivation are integral to maintaining the high expectations placed upon them. They use their training, experience and commitment to facilitate their region’s Crew Leader and Crew Member development. They are creative in their approach to problem solving and motivating others, and are invested in the idea that their personal development and growth as a leader are most fully realized when used in service to their crews, their communities and the environment.
Programmatic Duties
Assist staff in planning and implementing trainings for members and leaders
Facilitate and deliver MCC education components to leaders and crews in the field
Ensure safety is the top priority during all MCC activities and projects; promote a ‘culture of safety’
Follow and model all MCC policies and procedures and ensure crew compliance
Assist in project logistics, including coordinating the regional tool cache, assisting with regional inventory, field visits to crews, and communicating with regional staff to ensure project support needs are met
Provide technical training, assistance and guidance to crews and leaders as needed
Collaborate with regional staff to support Crew Leaders with leadership or crew dynamic challenges. In some cases FSTs will help support regional crew debriefs, in conjunction with regional staff
Administrative Duties
Assist in maintaining accurate crew, project, program, and safety records
Assist in maintaining accurate inventory and records
Complete and submit required reports and other paperwork in a timely manner
Provide information to staff for evaluation of Crew Leaders and Members; include both positive feedback and areas of potential improvement
Qualifications
High school degree, GED, or willingness to pursue obtaining a GED
US Citizen, National or Lawful Permanent Resident
Ability to pass a National Service Criminal History Check
21+ years old by the start date
Valid driver’s license, ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check
Ability to hike 3‑12 miles per day in terrain that can be steep, rocky or uneven, often wearing a 45lb backpack while carrying tools and sometimes backpacking with full packs of 60 – 70lbs
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds repeatedly and use hand and power tools
Effective written and oral communication skills
Ability to obtain Wilderness First Aid/CPR training. (Training is reimbursable up to allotted amount/ MCC provides training)
Strong service ethic and desire to serve the community and the environment
Willingness to serve long hours in all weather conditions
Ability to be away on overnight trips for up to 10 days at a time
Commitment to completing term; available for duration of entire term of service
Technical field skills related to trails, saw use, mesic restoration, weed management, campcraft, wilderness travel, and backcountry living
MCC is committed to being welcoming to all and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply.
While this position description describes the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position, it is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All Montana Conservation Corps positions may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities.
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