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Open Areas Management Individual Placements - Mt. Rogers National Recreation Are
Conservation Legacy, Marion, Virginia, United States, 24354
Open Areas Management Individual Placements – Mt. Rogers National Recreation Area
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Position Details Title:
Open Areas Management Team
Positions:
1 lead and 2 regular members
Location:
Based out of Mt. Rogers National Recreation Area, Marion, VA
Dates of Service:
April 13th, 2026 – October 2nd, 2026 (25‑week term)
Pay:
Lead: $800/week ($600 living stipend + $200 additional benefit)
Regular: $760/week ($600 living stipend + $160 additional benefit)
Status:
Full‑time, temporary 900‑hour minimum AmeriCorps National Service position
Contact:
ACCRecruiting@conservationlegacy.org
Application Deadline:
February 28th
Program Overview Our Individual Placement program connects young people to conservation service work across Appalachia and neighboring communities in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, DC, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. ACC is a program of Conservation Legacy, a nationwide network of conservation organizations. As an AmeriCorps program, participants commit to a term of service at their placement site to gain hands‑on experience and a variety of benefits that help them succeed in achieving their career goals. ACC welcomes national applicants but emphasizes engagement of local individuals who represent the communities in which they serve.
Role Responsibilities
Work on small teams in a remote forest environment
Utilize and maintain gas‑powered equipment, heavy machinery, and hand tools
Construct, maintain, and demolish fencing
Control non‑native invasive species mechanically and chemically
Learn local flora and fauna and use identification keys for surveys
Maintain safety standards and radio communication
Assist with data collection and monthly accomplishment reports
Coordinate vehicle maintenance drop‑off
Manage credit card purchases and submit receipts monthly
Serve as a team leader to assist with project communication and coordination
Lead Position Responsibilities
Serve as a team leader to assist with project communication and coordination
Manage credit card purchases, submitting receipts monthly
Assist with data collection and monthly accomplishment reports
Coordinate vehicle maintenance drop‑off
General Qualifications
Age 18‑30 and U.S. citizenship
High school diploma or GED
Valid driver’s license
CPR/First Aid certification by first day (reimbursement possible)
Physical ability to perform strenuous field activities (off‑trail hiking, monitoring, survey, etc.) for 10 hours in adverse conditions while carrying up to 40 lbs.
Successful background checks (National Sex Offender Public Registry and federal criminal background check)
Eligible to receive AmeriCorps Education Award
Desired Skills/Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in natural resources or related field, or relevant experience
Experience working in a crew or team setting
Knowledge of natural resource management
Benefits
Pay: Lead $800/week ($600 living stipend + $200 additional benefit)
Pay: Regular $760/week ($600 living stipend + $160 additional benefit)
$3,697.50 AmeriCorps Segal Education Award upon successful completion of 900‑hour service term (can be used for paying off federal student loans or paying tuition at a Title IV accredited college)
$500 professional development fund (used for trainings, certifications, or gear)
Option to enroll in health, vision, and dental insurance
Eligibility for the Public Land Corps Hiring Authority upon successful completion – noncompetitive federal hiring status for two years when applying for federal positions
Additional Details Housing is NOT provided for this position. Candidates must be residents or willing to relocate to the surrounding area.
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Open Areas Management Individual Placements – Mt. Rogers National Recreation Area
role at
Conservation Legacy .
Position Details Title:
Open Areas Management Team
Positions:
1 lead and 2 regular members
Location:
Based out of Mt. Rogers National Recreation Area, Marion, VA
Dates of Service:
April 13th, 2026 – October 2nd, 2026 (25‑week term)
Pay:
Lead: $800/week ($600 living stipend + $200 additional benefit)
Regular: $760/week ($600 living stipend + $160 additional benefit)
Status:
Full‑time, temporary 900‑hour minimum AmeriCorps National Service position
Contact:
ACCRecruiting@conservationlegacy.org
Application Deadline:
February 28th
Program Overview Our Individual Placement program connects young people to conservation service work across Appalachia and neighboring communities in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, DC, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. ACC is a program of Conservation Legacy, a nationwide network of conservation organizations. As an AmeriCorps program, participants commit to a term of service at their placement site to gain hands‑on experience and a variety of benefits that help them succeed in achieving their career goals. ACC welcomes national applicants but emphasizes engagement of local individuals who represent the communities in which they serve.
Role Responsibilities
Work on small teams in a remote forest environment
Utilize and maintain gas‑powered equipment, heavy machinery, and hand tools
Construct, maintain, and demolish fencing
Control non‑native invasive species mechanically and chemically
Learn local flora and fauna and use identification keys for surveys
Maintain safety standards and radio communication
Assist with data collection and monthly accomplishment reports
Coordinate vehicle maintenance drop‑off
Manage credit card purchases and submit receipts monthly
Serve as a team leader to assist with project communication and coordination
Lead Position Responsibilities
Serve as a team leader to assist with project communication and coordination
Manage credit card purchases, submitting receipts monthly
Assist with data collection and monthly accomplishment reports
Coordinate vehicle maintenance drop‑off
General Qualifications
Age 18‑30 and U.S. citizenship
High school diploma or GED
Valid driver’s license
CPR/First Aid certification by first day (reimbursement possible)
Physical ability to perform strenuous field activities (off‑trail hiking, monitoring, survey, etc.) for 10 hours in adverse conditions while carrying up to 40 lbs.
Successful background checks (National Sex Offender Public Registry and federal criminal background check)
Eligible to receive AmeriCorps Education Award
Desired Skills/Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in natural resources or related field, or relevant experience
Experience working in a crew or team setting
Knowledge of natural resource management
Benefits
Pay: Lead $800/week ($600 living stipend + $200 additional benefit)
Pay: Regular $760/week ($600 living stipend + $160 additional benefit)
$3,697.50 AmeriCorps Segal Education Award upon successful completion of 900‑hour service term (can be used for paying off federal student loans or paying tuition at a Title IV accredited college)
$500 professional development fund (used for trainings, certifications, or gear)
Option to enroll in health, vision, and dental insurance
Eligibility for the Public Land Corps Hiring Authority upon successful completion – noncompetitive federal hiring status for two years when applying for federal positions
Additional Details Housing is NOT provided for this position. Candidates must be residents or willing to relocate to the surrounding area.
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