Americorps Camping Crew Member

Northwest Youth Corps•Eugene, OR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Northwest Youth Corps is seeking young adults ages 19+ to camp, travel, and work together on challenging conservation projects across the Northwest. Crew members camp in tents for 10 weeks, traveling to multiple sites across the mountains and forests of Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. Experienced field staff provide training on projects such as tree planting, fuels reduction, invasive plant removal, and trail construction, using hand and power tools. You join a close-knit team of 4-5 crew members who play a vital role in improving our public lands and the environment. This is tough work. We work in all weather. Our projects are hands-on, team-based, and physically demanding. Crews camp together the entire session continuously. On weekends, crews usually go into town to resupply on food, get showers and laundry, and explore the area. Occasionally we have backcountry work deep in the forest for two weeks or more. We value community, connection with others, and mutual support. All training is provided. If you haven't had access to the outdoors but are interested in growing your skills, come learn with us. All crew member positions are AmeriCorps service programs designed to provide hands-on training and experience. Crew alumni often go on to work for land management agencies like the Forest Service or Fish and Wildlife Service, other nonprofits, or in leadership roles with NYC. There is also the opportunity to earn a Public Land Corps hiring authority upon program completion, which makes getting a federal job less competitive. Graduates of the program also gain access to our Alumni Network for career development and networking opportunities, and for staying connected with crewmates. Training varies, but may include chainsaw/crosscut certification, trail construction and maintenance techniques, conservation education, driver training, and more.

Requirements

Age 19+ (some flexibility for 18-year-olds with prior relevant experience)
High School Diploma or GED
Positive mental attitude, flexibility and commitment to success
Excellent judgment
Ability to listen, give and take feedback
Desire to go the extra mile to make a positive impact on oneself, others and the environment
US citizenship or permanent residency
Acceptable criminal history background check
Positive mental attitude, willingness to learn, and a team player
Desire to conserve natural spaces and make an impact on the environment
Physically and mentally prepared to hike several miles and be on foot for 8 hours per day
Prepared to camp in tents for ten weeks continuously without modern conveniences and without cell phones