Young Adult Crew Leader, Urban and Community Forestry

POSITION:Young Adult Crew Leader Urban and Community Forestry.

LOCATION:Eugene OR.This is a community-based crew without housing or camping provided.

COMPENSATION:$775-$825/week depending on Crew Leadersnew/returning statusandWFR/WEMT certifications.All Crew Leaders receive a$684/week training wagefor their 10-day training.

PROGRAM DATES:

• Crew Leader Training Mon-Fri September 8th through September 18th
• Program Dates: September 21st through December 18th 2026

HOURS/TERMS:This is a full-time session-based position. Typical hours are Monday - Friday (possibly Tuesday-Saturdayor even Sunday through Thursday) 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. No overtime will be allowed. Hours may vary due to weather IFPL levels training needs etc.

ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND:

Since 1984 Northwest Youth Corps has given tens of thousands ofyouthand young adults opportunities to learn grow and experience success. Through partnerships with conservation agencies youth and young adults gain the personal and professional skills needed to carry out a variety of stewardship projects from which they can earn a stipend high school credit and/or an AmeriCorps educational award.

More importantly these young people gain skills needed to become economically and socially self-sufficientbenefittheir communities as citizen stewards and recognize that they can make a positive difference. NYC alsooperatesan accredited charter school internship program and the Idaho Conservation Corps (ICC).

POSITION SUMMARY:

Urban Community Forestry (UCF) Young Adult Crew Leaders (CLs) will manage and supervise crews of up to 5 young adults ages 19-26. Schedules will typically be Monday through Friday; however schedules may vary for certain training etc. days. Crew Leadersare responsible forcompleting a variety of conservation-oriented projects on public and/or private lands and for implementing a safe highly efficient crew experience including facilitating work to be performed managing break times our education curriculum and more.

CLs are well-balanced individuals who work hard and embody compassion patience and an inspirational many ways CLs teach our participants how to navigate the project work and social environment with grace and positivity. CLs deliver an impactful educational experience to young people in their communities. This position can also provide an entry point into the fields of natural resource management youth development outdoor education and more. CLsassistin creating resilient communities through improving urban forest health reducing wildfire risk and enhancing urban green spaces in underserved communities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Leadership and Mentorship
• Safety and Risk Management
• Project Management and Implementation
• Education Curriculum

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Atleast 20 years old.
• Pass a criminal history background check.
• Be able to arrive on timetothe pre-designated meeting point during all training and service
• Desireto learn and grow.
• Positive mental attitude flexibility and commitment to success.
• Excellent judgment
• Consistent attendance and punctuality
• Ability to listengiveandtakefeedback.
• Desire to go the extra mile to make a positive impact on oneself others and the environment.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain certificationbefore their participation. Reimbursement (up to $40) of this certification is possible upon completion of the session.
• Current Drivers License and acceptable driving record for the past three years (Drivers License Background Check).
• Education in a related field and/or experience in outdoor recreation environmental education youth development or educational fields preferred (Experience in conservation work and/or youth programming will be considered in place of education.)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:Applicants must be in good physical condition; capable of working on strenuous labor-intensive projects as training and work projects often require heavy lifting constant bending digging and being on foot for 8 hours per day.

• Physical Condition:Applicants in good physical condition capable of working long hours on strenuous labor-intensive projects are preferred as NYCs work projects often require heavy lifting constant bending digging and long hikes to and from the worksite.
• Work environment: temperature noise level inside or outside or other factors that will affect the persons working conditions while performing the job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of the position.

TO APPLY: Full job description andapplicationcan be found here: questions contact:Will Wildebrandt Urban and Community Forestry Program Coordinator

Northwest Youth Corps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.