JAG Trail Crew Leader

APPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN CLUB • Gorham, NH

1d • $20 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Calling all outdoor enthusiasts! Join the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) in our mission to protect the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic Appalachian region, which has been ongoing since 1876. Our values encompass diversity, inclusivity, trust, and respect for the environment. As an employee, you'll gain access to enriching programs, policies, and procedures that enable you to drive real change. If you're ready to explore, protect, and create memories within a dynamic community, apply now to be a part of the AMC team! We are seeking an experienced leader with interpersonal skills, volunteer leadership background, youth skills and trailwork / outdoor recreation background to work as an AMC/NH-JAG Crew Leader. Although this position works closely with the North Country Trails Volunteer Programs Supervisor, this is a very autonomous position, requiring a high level of responsibility, sound decision making, and proactive communication. This position is responsible for leading days of trail stewardship with a group of JAG Students from Berlin, NH. This is a seasonal position running from May 18 to the August 13, with the possibility of starting earlier and ending later or converting to another function within AMC’s Trails Department. Crew Leaders lead a Trail Crew for high schoolers throughout an eight-week season. The Crew is co-led by two AMC/NH-JAG Crew Leaders. The Crew Leader position is an excellent developmental opportunity for individuals interested in conservation, outdoor education, and trail work. While prior trail work experience is preferred, it is not required, as these Crew Leader positions will receive substantial mentorship and training in trail work and leadership. Our priority is supporting the energetic teens that come through the program and leading them through an experience that is challenging, fun, and positive. Communication is critical, and we are constantly working to ensure that all the teens mentally and physically feel safe and leave happy as future stewards. When in the field, leaders are expected to act as mentors of the Crew Members and oversee safety as well as proper outdoor skills associated with low impact methods. The Trail Crew is involved in a variety of projects maintaining and improving trails in the White Mountain National Forest and other lands near Berlin, NH. Leaders will work together to teach the crew trail-building and maintenance skills, such as installing and cleaning rock water bars, setting rock steps, building bog bridges, clearing corridor vegetation, etc. At the same time, they will emphasize safety, job skills, goal setting, communication, teamwork, work standards, and maintain a high level of morale. The crew will also be supported by other AMC Staff.. While the crew works approximately 32 hour weeks (Monday-Thursday), Leaders also work on Fridays adding their total up to around 40 hours/week. Work can be physically and mentally challenging for both the crew and the leaders. This position will maintain the same work schedule of 5 days on from Monday through Friday with weekends off. Crew Leaders occasionally have the option to work with another trail volunteer program or event on days when they are not working with the youth crew. Crew Leaders are offered housing at Camp Dodge Trails Center in Pinkham Notch, NH, living alongside other AMC trails staff.

Requirements

• Demonstrated leadership experience
• Experience in trail maintenance and construction
• Experience spending extended periods of time outdoors
• Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds
• Ability to adapt to changing conditions and maintain strong decision-making skills
• Ability to set goals, prioritize tasks, and delegate roles to a group
• Basic competency with Excel, Outlook, Word, and other Microsoft products
• Strong self-motivation and communication skills
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and clear driving record (driving record check will be performed)
• Clear a criminal background check (conducted by AMC human resources department)
• Must be able to carry trail tools, supplies and other necessities in the rugged White Mountains and beyond

Responsibilities

• Train and supervise a teen crew members ensuring safety and quality trail work
• Coordinate daily morning pickup and afternoon drop off at Berlin High School Monday-Thursday
• Monitor group dynamics, facilitate regular debriefs, reflections, and check-ins
• Manage trail work projects in any setting, maintaining AMC trail work standards
• Keep track of project accomplishments daily
• Communicate decisions and group management techniques with Co-leader and Supervisor
• Foster a spirit of cooperation, safety, teamwork, responsible stewardship, and fun!
• Serve as the primary responder/coordinator in the event of an emergency
• Emphasize safety and low-impact recreation methods in the backcountry
• Communicate regularly with Trails Program staff and guests to obtain feedback and suggestions
• Complete timely work reports at the end of each project
• Maintenance of tools, equipment, and program facility as needed
• Drive 12-passenger vans
• As needed and as able, be available for occasional weekend work

Benefits

• Onsite dorm housing + meals offered for $75 per week or meals only for $45 per week at Camp Dodge
• Voluntary 403(b) contribution
• Paid Personal Time: eligible to accrue up to 10 days
• Up to 10 free nights at AMC locations
• Training in specific trail work skills
• 30% discount on AMC Merchandise
• Free annual AMC membership
• Prodeal discounts on equipment & gear

What This Job Offers

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