Field Leader - 2026 Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps - Scranton Crew

Student Conservation Association • Scranton, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Student Conservation Association (SCA), in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), is seeking experienced, dedicated individuals to join the Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps. The Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps offers paid work experience, hands-on skill development, and educational opportunities. Summer Crew Leaders will supervise, guide, and lead a team of high school students in completing conservation projects on Pennsylvania’s public lands. Throughout the season, leaders will ensure the safety of their crews, guide and supervise project work, facilitate team-building, maintain professional communication with staff and partners, and complete associated administrative and reporting duties related to the position. Project leaders work closely with SCA and DCNR staff to ensure a successful and meaningful season for all participants.

Requirements

• Age 21+ before the start of the position
• Must have housing in or near the program city and reliable transportation.
• Must have a current driver's License with a minimum of 3 years driving experience, and be able to pass SCA Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check
• Must be available for the full duration of the program
• Must have experience working with youth or in outdoor settings
• Must have current CPR/First Aid certification
• Must obtain and provide required clearances for working with minors in PA: Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Clearance, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Clearance
• Must successfully complete SCA Leader Training
• Must have the ability to model safe and professional behavior at all times
• Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per day, exposed to the elements in outdoor settings

Responsibilities

• Act as a Crew Supervisor by facilitating teamwork, managing field-based tasks, ensuring and maintaining SCA safety standards, teaching and monitoring project tasks, proper tool use, and body mechanics.
• Serve as a Role Model by cultivating a safe and respectful workplace environment, modeling professional behavior and work ethics, encouraging personal development, facilitating team building, guiding crew dynamics and morale, and facilitating conflict resolution.
• Act as a Project Manager by communicating with agency park partners, ensuring the successful and timely completion of work projects, and upholding a positive representation of SCA.
• Perform tasks as a Program Administrator by organizing logistics, completing documentation, managing a budget, and communicating with SCA staff and Partners.
• Work collaboratively with co-leader on a small team.
• Fully supervise crew members and participate in project work and environmental education sessions.
• Maintain professional communication channels with participants, parents/guardians, and staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees