Taos Fall 2025 Assistant Crew Leader
Taos Fall 2025 Assistant Crew Leader
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ROCKY MOUNTAIN YOUTH CORPS
2025 FALL SEASON
Assistant Crew Leader Position Description
Upper Rio Grande Office (Taos)
Rocky Mountain Youth Corps (RMYC) is a nonprofit youth development organization serving New Mexico. We inspire young adults to make a positive difference in themselves and their communities. Through training and service Corpsmembers discover their potential for healthy productive lives.
POSITION PURPOSE:
Assistant Crew Leaders (ACLs) play a pivotal role in building successful crews and meaningful programming. They are leaders facilitators and communicators tasked with inspiring fellow Corpsmembers to achieve personal and professional growth. As both a member of the crew and a part of the leadership team the ACL occupies a unique and demanding position. For the right individual this position is a pathway towards full leadership positions and further opportunities in conservation.
POSITION TYPE: Seasonal full time non-exempt AmeriCorps member
SCHEDULE: Schedule consists of Day work or Spike work.
Day work schedule is Tuesday - Friday from 7:00am-5:30pm with weekends off.
Spike schedule is Tuesday - Tuesday 7:00am-5:30pm camping at the project site. Spike is 8 days on shift followed by 6 days off.
STIPEND: $640 (before taxes) per week.
EDUCATION AWARD:$1956upon completion of 450-hour AmeriCorps Service Term
REPORTS TO: Crew Leader with supervision by the Upper Rio Grande Conservation Program Coordinator
DATES: August 11 2025 - November 14 2025.
LOCATION: RMYC Taos Office 1203 King Drive Taos NM 87517 with project locations throughout the state.
Participants must have reliable transportationto and from this location according to their work schedule for the duration of the season.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Crew Leadership
In partnership with Crew Supervisor assist in the creation of a highly collaborative leadership structure with shared responsibilities and input.
Help facilitate scheduled educational trainings throughout the season while also assisting in impromptu teachable moments in the field.
Model appropriate professional behavior environmental stewardship and work ethic for Corpsmembers; be an example that inspires the crew.
Maintain a strong commitment to creating a culture of safety within the crew.
Assist with crew function during disaster relief work lasting up to 45 days (if deployed).
Project Management
Serve with Crew Supervisor Program Coordinator project sponsors and organizational partners to accomplish projects in an efficient and timely manner.
Assist with leadership of the crew (or a portion of the crew) for project efficiency or as the need arises under the direction and supervision of program staff. Examples include guidance with proper tool use assisting with the organization of service tasks such as organizing a crew on a trail or thinning project or helping to facilitate safety discussions with the crew. Assisting with leadership does not include direct supervisory tasks like discipline or timecard approval which are handled solely by staff crew supervisors or other program staff.
Track daily tool issue ensuring that tools are well-maintained organized and accounted for throughout project work.
Assist in daily preparation of supplies and equipment: first aid kits vehicle inspection personal protective equipment.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist in the facilitation of crew meetings on a regular basis.
Assist in reporting requirements and project impact paperwork.
Create a leadership development plan to further personal growth and leadership competencies.
Comply with all RMYC and AmeriCorps rules and policies and not participate in any prohibited activities as described in the member agreement.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
18-30 years of age as of August 11 2025
US Citizen or Permanent Legal Resident
Able to complete entire length of service term (August 11 - November 14 2025)
Experience
Experience with or an interest in environmental or conservation related projects.
Community volunteer experience or a history of service-based learning.
Skills
Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks under adverse weather conditions
Good public speaking skills to address crews and conduct training sessions.
Strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to be punctual and reliable.
Behavioral Competencies
Open to constructive feedback.
Flexibility and adaptability. Strong capacity as a team player.
Maturity level that allows for supervision and motivation of peers.
Ability to take initiative and follow through with project goals.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION:
Previous experience with Rocky Mountain Youth Corps or other youth development/conservation organization.
Leadership experience with peers preferably in a mentoring or instructional capacity.
Knowledge of tool use and safety.
Proficient driving trucks and/or 4x4 SUV with trailer attachment
Wilderness medicine certification (WFA WFR).
Familiarity with techniques and concepts of safety and risk management.
Consistent positive mental attitude.
EVALUATION:
Members serving less than a full-time term of service (<1700 hours) will receive only an end-of-term evaluation
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
Periodic overnight travel and non-traditional work hours inclusive of weekend and evening hours.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Lift or move up to 50 pounds occasionally up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly.
Frequently traverse uneven terrain; balance stoop kneel reach push pull and/or grasp.
Have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and to determine the accuracy neatness and thoroughness of work assigned.
Receive detailed information through oral or signed communication; convey important instructions accurately and effectively.
Work outdoors subject to outside environmental conditions.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
For further inquiries please email Mickayla Hodgman Conservation Program Coordinator ()
Rocky Mountain Youth Corps is available to all and we will not discriminate or refuse services to any staff or member because of perceived or actual race color national origin age disability genetic information political affiliation religion sex gender identity sexual orientation marital or parental status military service or pregnancy.
RMYC is a drug free workplace. All RMYC positions depend upon funding availability.
Employment Type
Full Time
