Student Conservation Association (SCA)
Field Leader- Alabama Conservation Corps
Student Conservation Association (SCA), Mobile, Alabama, United States, 36601
GulfCorps Program Crew Leader
The Student Conservation Association (SCA), America's #1 conservation service organization seeks an experienced, quality oriented, outdoor leader to supervise, educate and inspire up to 8 members of the Alabama Conservation Corps' (ALCC) seasonal GulfCorps program. Two Crew Leaders will guide and inspire a team of young adults based out of Mobile, AL while serving to improve habitats along the Gulf Coast. The crew will start and begin each day at our office in Mobile and then travel to the project site for the day in SCA vehicles. Crew Leaders will oversee and lead projects such as invasive species management, habitat restoration, trail maintenance, fire break preparation, and boardwalk repair. Projects will take place outdoor spaces such as parks, nature preserves, wildlife refuges and other public lands. Monitoring and data collection will be ongoing while in the field, using ESRI Field Maps. Strong work skills (pesticide application, chainsaw, and carpentry) and experience in leading teams and mentoring individuals are preferred for this position. In addition to providing training in conservation work skills, GulfCorps provides support to both crew members and crew leaders in the development of soft skills such as resume building, interviewing skills, and the development of actionable career goals. Professional development activities ranging from workshops, presentations, and independent assignments will be scheduled out each month with the goal of supporting placement post program. Participation in professional development is a requirement of the program for both Crew Leaders and Members. The ALCC's Gulf Corps program was originally funded by the RESTORE Council in 2017 following the Deepwater Horizon oil spill and has been able continue into this season thanks to NOAA's Transformational Communities Grant. SCA manages the AL crew in partnership with The Nature Conservancy, who manages the NOAA grant, and The Corps Network, which oversees the professional development component of the program. Projects will be carried out in partnership with federal, state, county, municipal and local nonprofit agencies along coastal Alabama. Crew Leaders may also have the option to opt into Disaster Response Deployments. Deployments would last 4-5 weeks and include intensive work schedules (50-60 hrs/week) in unpredictable environments, under the guidance and supervision of SCA staff working with the disaster response agency assigned Incident Commander. Work can include but not be limited to evacuation shelter assistance, donation center management, volunteer management, clean-up efforts, "mucking and gutting" in private residences, debris removal, Saw and/or rigging work, public information outreach, plantings and other natural area restorations. Crew Leader Training Dates: Leader Training: August 25, 2025
September 5, 2025 Wilderness First Aid and CPR (Sept 10, 11, 12) GulfCorps Orientation overnight at Camp Beckwith (Sept 15-19, 2024) Wildland Firefighter and Chainsaw Certification overnight at Camp Beckwith (TBD) Program Dates: September 8, 2025
March 6, 2026 Location: Mobile, AL Primary Responsibilities: Act as a Crew Leader and work closely with a co-leader to manage field based tasks, guide crew dynamics, and facilitate teamwork for a crew of young adults (18+); Function as a Technical Advisor and train members in technical conservation work skills, mentor personal and professional development, and teach environmental stewardship; Act as a Project Manager, by communicating with agency park partners, ensuring successful and timely completion of work projects, and upholding a positive representation of SCA; Perform tasks as a Program Administrator, by working to organize logistics, complete documentation, manage a budget, and communicate with SCA staff; Qualifications: Preference will be given to applicants that have: Experience managing teams of young adults [18+] in an outdoor setting; Strong conservation work skills, specifically related to invasive plant management, chainsaw operation, trail maintenance, boardwalk construction, and carpentry; Strong project monitoring and data collection skills, specifically using GIS/GPS (Field Maps, and Survey123); Experience working independently and in a team setting to prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner; Effective communication and conflict resolution skills and/or training; Experience with youth mentorship and/or education programs. Applicant must: Be a minimum of 21 years of age; Have ability to legally work in the US; Have a valid driver's license and MVR that meets SCA standards required; Meet SCA's criminal background check standards; Have the ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per day, exposed to the elements, and occasionally lift and/or move 50 pounds or more; Attend mandatory Crew Leader training in Mobile from August 27, 2024 to September 6, 2024; Leader Benefits and Compensation: Compensation: $950/week salary Travel Stipend: $1,000 Certifications: Wilderness First Aid, Wildland Chainsaw S212, Wildland Fire S130 & S190 Housing and food stipend are not included. EEO Statement: The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.
The Student Conservation Association (SCA), America's #1 conservation service organization seeks an experienced, quality oriented, outdoor leader to supervise, educate and inspire up to 8 members of the Alabama Conservation Corps' (ALCC) seasonal GulfCorps program. Two Crew Leaders will guide and inspire a team of young adults based out of Mobile, AL while serving to improve habitats along the Gulf Coast. The crew will start and begin each day at our office in Mobile and then travel to the project site for the day in SCA vehicles. Crew Leaders will oversee and lead projects such as invasive species management, habitat restoration, trail maintenance, fire break preparation, and boardwalk repair. Projects will take place outdoor spaces such as parks, nature preserves, wildlife refuges and other public lands. Monitoring and data collection will be ongoing while in the field, using ESRI Field Maps. Strong work skills (pesticide application, chainsaw, and carpentry) and experience in leading teams and mentoring individuals are preferred for this position. In addition to providing training in conservation work skills, GulfCorps provides support to both crew members and crew leaders in the development of soft skills such as resume building, interviewing skills, and the development of actionable career goals. Professional development activities ranging from workshops, presentations, and independent assignments will be scheduled out each month with the goal of supporting placement post program. Participation in professional development is a requirement of the program for both Crew Leaders and Members. The ALCC's Gulf Corps program was originally funded by the RESTORE Council in 2017 following the Deepwater Horizon oil spill and has been able continue into this season thanks to NOAA's Transformational Communities Grant. SCA manages the AL crew in partnership with The Nature Conservancy, who manages the NOAA grant, and The Corps Network, which oversees the professional development component of the program. Projects will be carried out in partnership with federal, state, county, municipal and local nonprofit agencies along coastal Alabama. Crew Leaders may also have the option to opt into Disaster Response Deployments. Deployments would last 4-5 weeks and include intensive work schedules (50-60 hrs/week) in unpredictable environments, under the guidance and supervision of SCA staff working with the disaster response agency assigned Incident Commander. Work can include but not be limited to evacuation shelter assistance, donation center management, volunteer management, clean-up efforts, "mucking and gutting" in private residences, debris removal, Saw and/or rigging work, public information outreach, plantings and other natural area restorations. Crew Leader Training Dates: Leader Training: August 25, 2025
September 5, 2025 Wilderness First Aid and CPR (Sept 10, 11, 12) GulfCorps Orientation overnight at Camp Beckwith (Sept 15-19, 2024) Wildland Firefighter and Chainsaw Certification overnight at Camp Beckwith (TBD) Program Dates: September 8, 2025
March 6, 2026 Location: Mobile, AL Primary Responsibilities: Act as a Crew Leader and work closely with a co-leader to manage field based tasks, guide crew dynamics, and facilitate teamwork for a crew of young adults (18+); Function as a Technical Advisor and train members in technical conservation work skills, mentor personal and professional development, and teach environmental stewardship; Act as a Project Manager, by communicating with agency park partners, ensuring successful and timely completion of work projects, and upholding a positive representation of SCA; Perform tasks as a Program Administrator, by working to organize logistics, complete documentation, manage a budget, and communicate with SCA staff; Qualifications: Preference will be given to applicants that have: Experience managing teams of young adults [18+] in an outdoor setting; Strong conservation work skills, specifically related to invasive plant management, chainsaw operation, trail maintenance, boardwalk construction, and carpentry; Strong project monitoring and data collection skills, specifically using GIS/GPS (Field Maps, and Survey123); Experience working independently and in a team setting to prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner; Effective communication and conflict resolution skills and/or training; Experience with youth mentorship and/or education programs. Applicant must: Be a minimum of 21 years of age; Have ability to legally work in the US; Have a valid driver's license and MVR that meets SCA standards required; Meet SCA's criminal background check standards; Have the ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per day, exposed to the elements, and occasionally lift and/or move 50 pounds or more; Attend mandatory Crew Leader training in Mobile from August 27, 2024 to September 6, 2024; Leader Benefits and Compensation: Compensation: $950/week salary Travel Stipend: $1,000 Certifications: Wilderness First Aid, Wildland Chainsaw S212, Wildland Fire S130 & S190 Housing and food stipend are not included. EEO Statement: The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.