Monthly Pooled- WCC Individual Placement Common Outdoor Ground Recreation Site Stewardship Technician

WCC AmeriCorps Individual Placement - Recreation Site Stewardship Technician with Common Outdoor Ground

Location: Laramie Wyoming Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest

Compensation: $8000 living stipend $1956.35 Segal Education Award

Term of Service: The position has a 450-hour term of service beginning May 18 and ending August 19. The member is expected to serve 40 hours per week including weekends (2 days off during week days). Schedule may vary due to weather visitor use levels or operational requirements. Additional employment with Common Outdoor Ground (COG) after August 19 may be possible.

Position Overview: The Wyoming Conservation Corps (WCC) is seeking two (2) applicants to fill an AmeriCorps Individual Placement position with our partner organizations. The position has a 450-hour term of service.

Common Outdoor Ground is seeking a motivated and reliable Recreation Site Stewardship Technician to support recreation operations on public lands in southeast Wyoming with a primary focus on the Lake Owenarea within the Medicine Bow Routt National Forest. This position focuses on the upkeep and improvement of campgrounds trailheads day-use areas and other public recreation sites (beyond Lake Owen). The role is ideal for individuals interested in outdoor recreation natural resource management or tourism with an emphasis on the Mountain West.

The AmeriCorps member will be based out of Laramie Wyoming and must provide their own transportation to and from work locations. Lake Owen is one hour southeast of Laramie. Campsite/cabin available closer to the site. It sits at 9000 feet and provides recreation opportunities for camping picnicking biking (on the Rail Trail Network) fishing and access to ATV trails.

Why This Position

This role provides hands-on experience in the management of public recreation infrastructure and visitor services. It is well-suited for students recent graduates or anyone exploring a career in outdoor recreation tourism management land stewardship or public agency work. Youll gain practical experience maintaining real-world recreation assets while working in Wyomings beautiful mountain landscapes.

• Members will support COG in fulfilling its mission to provide community support for the sustainability of public lands in southeast Wyoming.

• Members will primarily serve as a pair with additional support from COG staff board and volunteers.

• Interact professionally with the public providing basic information about site rules safety and forest resources.

• Perform routine maintenance at recreation sites including maintaining picnic areas managing trash removal and checking/restocking supplies in restrooms.

• Inspect facilities such as campgrounds signage kiosks and trailheads for safety and functionality.

• Conduct basic repairs such as tightening fixtures minor carpentry replacing hardware painting etc.

• Assist with vegetation management around recreation sites (e.g. trimming clearing minor debris).

• Report site conditions maintenance needs and visitor-use issues to supervisors.

• Follow established safety guidelines for field work equipment use and working independently in remote areas.

Physical Working Conditions:

• The candidate may be required to work alone or in a small team in a backcountry setting.

• Outdoor survival skills and navigation are required.

• The candidate will be required to navigate independently with a map in remote locations. Use of GPS units and basic tablets/smartphones will be required.

• Ability and willingness to hike extensive distances (3-10 miles/day) during diverse weather conditions and be able to safely operate 4-wheel drive vehicle and ATV on narrow mountain roads.

• AmeriCorps participants must be U.S. citizens nationals or lawful permanent residents

• High School Diploma or GED

• 18 years of age

• Satisfy the National Service Criminal History Check eligibility criteria

• Ability to lift 30 lbs with or without a reasonable accommodation

• Valid drivers license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP

• Interest or background in outdoor recreation management tourism natural resources or a related field.

• Experience working in outdoor settings volunteer trail work facility maintenance or similar roles.

• Familiarity with Forest Service lands or Mountain West public-land issues.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot site issues as they arise.

• Basic maintenance skills (hand tools minor repairs simple mechanical tasks).

• Reliable transportation and the ability to travel between dispersed recreation sites.

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and traverse uneven terrain.

Interested applicants should submit a résumé and a cover letter describing their relevant experience and motivation for working in outdoor recreation. Position open until filled. Applications received by April 1 will receive full consideration.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:

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