2026 MobilizeGreen Youth Conservation Program Crew Leader

MobilizeGreen • Evanston, IL

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About The Position

In partnership with the USDA Forest Service, MobilizeGreen seeks a Youth Conservation crew leader for our 2026 summer youth program. Each crew leader is responsible for co-leading a team of high-school youth to live and work together on conservation-related projects, environmental education, and leadership development activities in Northern Minnesota (Superior National Forest) over two 3-week sessions. The goal of the program is to create environmental stewards and future leaders through community engagement, hands-on teamwork, and professional development. Crew leaders work in a team of 5-6 to facilitate student and group safety, camping excursions, personal development, environmental education, and work project management. Crew leaders also represent MobilizeGreen on-site and coordinate with partners on designated projects. All crew leaders are required to attend a pre-program training (virtual/in-person hybrid).

Requirements

• Uphold and act in accordance with MobilizeGreen’s Field Operations Standards, including a zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policy.
• Communicate effectively with MobilizeGreen staff, parents, agency partners, and co-leaders during the program.
• Participate fully in crew leader Orientation and all safety training.
• Maintain a positive relationship with agency partners.
• Provide an emotionally and physically safe environment for members.
• Maintain a positive, professional relationship with co-leaders.
• Complete all necessary weekly and post-program paperwork, including an end-of-program debrief with MobilizeGreen Staff.

Nice To Haves

• Current First Aid/CPR Certification or willingness to get this before the start of the program.
• Documented experience working with youth or young adults (ages 14-18) as a teacher, mentor, leader, counselor, or coach.
• Experience working in an informal or formal educational environment or equivalent.
• Experience and familiarity with outdoor skills, including up to 8 miles of hiking, extensive camping experience, safety awareness, Leave No Trace, etc.
• Experience in service project management, service learning, conservation or trail projects, and proper hand tool usage.
• A valid driver’s license with no major violations within the past 3 years.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Must be 21 or older.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or legally able to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Supervise crew members during all program activities, projects, and while at housing with students.
• Provide an emotionally and physically safe environment in accordance with MobilizeGreen’s Field Operations Standards and COVID Policies.
• Work with the co-leader to manage the group dynamics of the crew.
• Lead Environmental Education and team-building lessons during off-project days.
• On-call overnight duty is required on rotation.
• Train and supervise crew members in safe and proper use of tools and all aspects of the service project.
• Facilitate worksite and project, tool, and equipment logistics; tool maintenance; and work schedule in partnership with the Project Leader and the USDA Forest Service Staff.
• Care for and maintain all program equipment and tools used in the project.
• Manage administrative aspects of the crew, including required pre- and post-program paperwork, daily work logs, incident reports, equipment inventories, evaluations, and final report.
• Communicate with full-time MobilizeGreen and housing staff as required to report incidents, potential hazards, and program evaluations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $800 per week living stipend.
• Travel, Housing, and Living Expenses are included for the duration of the program.
• Meals provided for the duration of the program.
• Wilderness First Aid (WFA) and CPR certification.
• Defensive Driving Training.
• Hands-on, specialized tools training.
• Mentorship and teaching experience.
• Work directly with USDA Forest Service staff and network with land management experts.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees