Natural Resources Supervisor I

Conservation Corps North Bay•Santa Rosa, CA

4d•$24 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Natural Resources Supervisor I will make significant contributions to providing a positive work environment that values diversity and fosters a commitment to teamwork and learning. This position is responsible for supporting and/or leading field projects, safety and training of corpsmembers, and updating the Natural Resources Site Manager on corpsmember and project progress. This position will help lead a crew of 6-8 young adults to successfully complete natural resource projects, including habitat restoration, fire fuel reduction, creek maintenance, invasive species removal, and trail construction/maintenance.

Requirements

Experience in the operation of trucks and trailers
Experience with hand and power tools
Knowledge of conservation practices
Ability to do strenuous work in adverse weather conditions
Desire to work in a fast-paced and diverse environment
Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification, or ability to obtain within 2 months of employment
Clean DMV record, with ability to pass CCNB’s driving exam
Associate’s degree or vocational training in natural resource management, environmental studies, ecology, earth sciences, sustainability, or education
Experience serving and volunteering in the community
Must possess a strong service ethic and be able to instill this ethic into team members

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to resolve conflict and mediate disputes in a positive fashion
Demonstrated experience supervising and motivating young adults from diverse social, economic, and educational backgrounds enrolled in a job-training program
Experience in youth development, project management, and the implementation of natural resources projects
Spanish language skills is a plus

Responsibilities

Facilitating personal and professional development
Supporting educational goals
Providing training, including tool use, teamwork, leadership skills, and workplace communication
Developing proper work habits
Providing quarterly evaluations
Taking action to resolve inappropriate behavior and personnel issues
Documenting performance and learning accomplishments
Ensure that all safety procedures are followed
Conducting projects in a safe manner
Leading crew to a level of productivity and quality that meets the expectations of CCNB and clients
Providing project-specific training
Ensuring that all equipment is properly cared for
Tracking work hours on a daily basis
Documenting project accomplishments