Regional Coordinator

Utah State University•Logan, UT

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Utah Conservation Corps (UCC) Regional Coordinator (Program Coordinator I) is primarily responsible for supervision of field crews, oversight and delivery of seasonal trainings, and logistical support. The Regional Coordinator provides leadership and technical expertise to regional field staff, seasonal field logistics technicians, crew leaders and field crews, ensuring all field crew members are adequately equipped and prepared to work in a safe environment. Support of field crews and operations may include: visiting and mentoring crews at their project sites, training field crews, performing project site visits, managing logistics, scheduling work, maintaining tools and equipment, working in the field office, and assisting with crew member recruitment efforts. This position involves frequent travel, extended camping and irregular hours during training seasons and organizing and scheduling a rotating on-call schedule. The Regional Coordinator must have strong leadership and communication skills, flexibility, capacity for self-direction, a passion for conservation work, a mature and professional demeanor, strong teamwork and collaborative skills and a desire to provide mentorship to emerging conservation leaders. This position reports to UCC's Operations & Logistics Coordinator. Job offer contingent upon a successfully passed background check.

Requirements

Four years of conservation corps work or related experience with at least 1 year of leadership responsibilities OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
As part of the four years of experience/education listed above, experience supervising and training employees and one year of AmeriCorps or Environmental/Natural Resource volunteer experience
USFS B Faller Chainsaw certification or higher
Demonstrated ability to work, mentor, and lead diverse youth and young adult populations
Ability to complete physically demanding conservation projects in remote locations with variable weather conditions
Knowledge of field training planning and execution along with a willingness to seek out and attend technical and professional skills trainings annually
At least First Aid/CPR or Wilderness First Aid certified and a willingness to certify as a First Aid/CPR instructor
Experience and understanding of working within the confines of State and Federal regulations, policies and process.
Knowledge and experience working with land management agencies in the Intermountain West

Nice To Haves

Trail building, layout and maintenance experience and the ability to develop and implement training courses for members
Professional chainsaw and Cross-cut Saw experience and training development
Chainsaw fleet management experience
Training, supervisory and or teaching experience: including curriculum development
Mapping programs and data collection experience
Bachelor's degree in environmental studies, environmental education, conservation, or a related field

Responsibilities

Supervises UCC field crews and support staff - 45%
Supervises field office staff, AmeriCorps members, student employees and volunteers
Completes mid-term and final evaluations for all Field Logistics Technicians, Crew Leaders, and Crew Members
Ensures compliance with UCC, AmeriCorps, and USU policies, including enforcing disciplinary procedures when necessary
Oversees the day-to-day management of conservation projects
Ensures that all project reports, member evaluations, data tracking forms and any other field office specific paperwork is completed each quarter and submitted on time
Supports specialty crews
Provides technical, logistical, and administrative support to field crews
Conducts regular risk management and policy audits which includes collecting and reporting data
Serves as a role model, resource, mediator, and advisor for crews while maintaining professional conduct
Assists Operations Coordinator and Projects Coordinator in project and training scheduling
Performs quality control checks on crew-collected project data, safety forms, vehicle mileage and crew project hours
Trains field logistics technicians, crew leaders and members - 25%
Trains and supervises up to 180 seasonal AmeriCorps members including: Field Logistics Technicians, Crew Leaders, and Crew Members.
Develops training courses such as: Trail maintenance and construction, Proper tool use and maintenance, Pre- and post-project planning and organization, Chainsaw use and safety, Critical incident scenarios, Project Rig-up and de-rig procedures, Vehicle inspections and maintenance, Herbicide use, storage, and disposal, Outdoor living skills, including Leave No Trace, Food storage, meal preparation, and water purification, Interpersonal skills including leadership, conflict resolution and constructive feedback
Facilitates technical skills training for field crews, including the safe and proper use of chainsaws, crosscut saws, tool maintenance, vehicle maintenance, working/hiking/camping in remote and backcountry settings and white-water rafting
Evaluates technical skill retention during field site visits
Serve as liaison between project partners and UCC to ensure efficient and effective project implementation - 20%
Collaborates with project partners to plan equipment needs, work schedules, site visits, training needs, and data management
Develops and maintains Emergency Response Plans for all projects and trainings
Compiles project data to create and submit reports to project partners and UCC administrative staff
Attends weekly program staff meeting to report on field crews and projects
Participates in UCC's strategic planning meetings
Nominates members and projects for awards
Collaborates with UCC Leadership Team to develop and implement projects
Reviews UCC policies & expectations
Collaborates with Projects & Partners Coordinator with Disaster Deployments and logistics
Manage, maintain, and purchase tools and equipment - 10%
Manages inventory and develops equipment checkout systems
Purchases and maintains tools, equipment, gear, and first aid supplies including proper storage
Report monthly on mileage tracking spreadsheet for crew vehicles to ensure expenses are routed to appropriate accounts
Manages, organizes and maintains the physical office/shop space for the regional office
Other duties as assigned