Land Conservation Crew Leader (Denver)
Location: Crew Leader will meet their crew at 1801 Federal Blvd. and travel to work sites as a team in MHYC vehicles.
Compensation: $500 - $580/week, based on experience and qualifications. Food during overnight/camping trips is provided.
Position Dates: May 7 – August 10
· Orientation and Training: May 7 – 24
o In-house training week of May 7-11
o Offsite overnight training week of May 14-18
o S-212 chainsaw/ OSI trail building training week of May 21-24
· 11 week production season starts May 29 through August 10
· Overnight/camping trips up to 10 days at a time throughout the season
Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
*Required to work Friday, June 1 from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. due to Memorial Day holiday observed on May 28
*Required to work Friday, July 6 from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. due to Independence Day holiday observed on July 4
*Required to work Friday, June 15, June 29, July 13, July 27 and August 10 from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Reports To: Project Coordinator and Program Coordinator
About Us:
Mile High Youth Corps is a regional, non-profit, AmeriCorps (www.americorps.gov) affiliated organization that engages youth in jobs that help the planet and provide pathways to a promising future. Corpsmembers work on conservation and environmental stewardship projects throughout the Denver Metro Area while engaging in meaningful education activities.
Position Overview:
Mile High Youth Corps Crew Leader positions require individuals who are skilled problem-solvers, experienced leaders and positive role models. A crew is comprised of ten Corpsmembers (18-24 years old) who work together to complete work projects on public lands and in communities. Crew Leaders must possess a strong work ethic, promote high quality work performance in their crew and have a desire to devote themselves to field-based youth development for an entire summer. The position requires both supervisory and technical aptitude, in addition to a high level of comfort in the outdoors.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Supervision and Management
· Provides daily supervision of the members of their crew including assigning, leading and instructing work tasks and training Corpsmembers in the development of job skills.
· Monitors and promote crew’s physical and emotional safety on and off the work site.
· Maintains and promotes positive group morale.
· Enforces and models behavior outlined in the code of conduct, discipline policies and program procedures outlined in the employee handbooks at all times.
· Provides consistent, ongoing informal feedback, as well as performs a minimum of one formal evaluation per Corpsmember each season.
Work Project Implementation
· Assists MHYC staff with the set-up of work projects including the estimation of time and materials needed for work projects.
· Proactively assesses, identifies and mitigates safety related hazards on the job site.
· Oversees and implements a variety of conservation, service learning and community service projects for their team.
· Distributes work among Corpsmembers and maintains even work flow.
· Serves as a liaison and on-site contact with project sponsors.
· Ensures timely, accurate and quality completion of work projects.
Corpsmember Development and Education
· Promotes individual learning, leadership and personal growth among Corpsmembers.
· Plans and facilitates crew meetings and team-building activities.
· Ensures consistent leadership development and service learning opportunities are integrated into trainings.
· Implements and monitors Corpsmembers’ participation and progress in life skills and career readiness training programs at work site.
· Provides consistent feedback and support to Assistant Crew Leaders on their leadership roles.
· Collaborates with Assistant Crew Leaders in developing and implementing educational components for projects.
Administrative Duties
· Monitors, documents, and evaluates the participant progress in the program using individual written evaluations, case notes and 1:1 meetings.
· Maintains thorough and complete records on each Corpsmember throughout the length of the program, including timesheets, rosters and daily accountability forms.
· Maintains complete and accurate records for each project.
· Assists other staff with the reporting required for funders and board members.
· Ensures project photographs and required data are collected for projects.
· Ensures timely completion of Corpsmember awards, incentives and recognitions.
· Other duties as assigned.
General Qualifications:
· Previous experience working with Youth Corps is highly preferred.
· Experience with trail construction and maintenance, installation of rock and timber structures, fencing, noxious weed removal, pesticide application and/or general landscaping is preferred.
· Sawyer crew leaders should have significant experience working with chainsaws. S-212, MTDC or Game of Logging training with feller certificate required.
· Proficiency in backpacking and backcountry camping required for camping crews.
· High School diploma or GED required. At least two years of college or vocational training is preferred. Significant professional experience may be substituted for post-secondary education.
· At least one year experience of working with a diverse population of youth and staff in a team atmosphere is preferred.
· Must complete Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder training course prior to start date. MHYC will cover $235 of training cost.
· Must complete CPR training prior to start date. MHYC will cover $40 of training cost.
· Communication Skills: ability to motivate and discipline others, organize and direct a crew of young people on work projects, communicate effectively with a diverse group of young people, co-workers and supervisors and explain and demonstrate safe work practices.
· Must have ability to complete tasks in a detailed and timely manner, work independently, keep accurate records, prepare reports and perform case management and evaluations.
· Must be able to lift 75 lbs., spend 8-10 hours a day in the sun, hike 5 miles with a day-pack and operate hand and power tools.
· Must have valid driver’s license with insurable driving record and ability to drive a 12-passenger van to and from work sites.
· Pre-employment background check will be required. May be subject to FBI Background Check, which includes fingerprinting.
· Pre-employment drug screen required. Drug testing may be required during employment.
· Must be able to legally work in the United States, which will be verified via the federal E-Verify program.