Field Leader - Reading Climate Corps

Student Conservation Association • Reading, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and adults. Since 1957, program participants have protected and restored national parks, national forests, wildlife refuges, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks, community green spaces, and much more across the country. The Reading Climate Corps is based in Reading, PA and will be comprised of 4 Members, 1 Assistant Field Leader, and 1 Field Leader. The Corps will meet in a central location in Reading each day, and transportation will be provided to project sites in Reading. This program provides entry-level positions with the goal of connecting people with nature. The program is 85% conservation field work. Projects will include trail work and maintenance, invasive species removal, tree planting, habitat restoration, and litter abatement in various sites. The remaining 15% of the time will be spent on workforce development and leadership training. Program participants must have a desire to work outside and in varying weather conditions. This program meets Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm, for a total of 40 hours worked per week.

Requirements

• Experience with conservation work skills or related skills preferred – i.e., trail maintenance, trail construction, habitat restoration, chainsaw, carpentry, landscaping, and gardening
• Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per day, exposed to the elements, and must occasionally lift and/or move 40 pounds or more
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Must have the ability to legally work in the US
• Must have a valid driver’s license for 3+ years and MVR that meets SCA standards
• CPR certification & Wilderness First Aid or approved 16-hour First Aid course equivalent required.
• Certification opportunities provided by SCA at leader training; Knowledge of the City of Reading and Berks County geography and community

Nice To Haves

• Strong preference for local candidates.
• Preference for experience with environmental education or teaching.
• Preference for proficiency in spoken and written Spanish

Responsibilities

• Mentor the Members and Assistant Field Leader and be responsible for the Corps’ overall service, performance, and safety.
• Supervise the team through facilitating teamwork, managing field-based tasks, and guiding Corps dynamics
• Advise Members through training in technical conservation work skills, supporting personal and professional development, and teaching environmental stewardship
• Communicate with partners, ensuring successful and timely completion of work projects, and uphold a positive representation of SCA.
• Create and maintain a safe service and project environment; consistently monitoring all aspects of Member safety including identification and removal of hazards, the mandatory use of personal protective equipment; and building a culture of safety within the Corps
• Operate assigned vehicles, equipment, and tools safely and professionally, including driving the Corps to and from project work sites in a 7-passenger minivan
• Oversee tool, equipment and material inventory and management
• Perform administration tasks by organizing logistics, completing documentation, managing a budget, and communicating with SCA staff
• Communicate problems, schedule changes, and other issues to the Program Manager and service partner(s) where appropriate in a prompt fashion

Benefits

• Defensive Drive Training
• First Aid/CPR
• Wilderness First Aid Training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed