2027 Virtual Youth Conservation Crew Leader

MobilizeGreen • Los Angeles, CA

6d • Remote

About The Position

MobilizeGreen, in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service, is hiring Crew Leaders for its 2027 Virtual Youth Conservation Program, a national program introducing young people to conservation careers through environmental education, professional development, environmental stewardship projects, and self-care. Crew Leaders implement curriculum, facilitate virtual environmental projects and activities, lead youth crews, and mentor participants on individual and group projects.

Some candidates may be selected as Head Crew Leaders. In addition to standard Crew Leader duties, Head Crew Leaders oversee a team of Crew Leaders, serve as the primary point of contact for Program Coordinators and the Program Manager, and manage administrative work, including preparing a Final Report for partners. Head Crew Leaders receive a slightly higher weekly stipend.

The position is 100% virtual and seasonal. Mandatory training is tentatively scheduled for June 1–11, 2027. Cohort 1 runs June 14–July 2, 2027, and Cohort 2 runs July 5–23, 2027. Crew Leader closeout is July 23, 2027; Head Crew Leader closeout is July 26–30, 2027. The program runs Monday through Friday, approximately 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Crew Leaders must be available for the full employment period.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Be at least two years out of high school.
• Have one to two seasons of experience leading youth in a formal or informal education, camp, or team setting.
• Have experience in environmental education and outdoor leadership.
• Have experience working virtually and be able to use tools such as Zoom, Discord, G-Suite, and Google Classroom.
• Have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage youth in programming.
• Be committed to expanding youth participation and engagement in outdoor learning and recreation.
• Be skilled in developing educational materials and communications on environmental stewardship, resource management, outdoor career pathways, and nature-based experiences.
• Be able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Have an interest in and knowledge of the environment or natural resource management.
• Be self-motivated, organized, and proactive.
• Be available for the entire employment period.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a formal teaching environment.

Responsibilities

• Work with MobilizeGreen staff and partners to implement the 2027 Virtual Youth Conservation Program across two cohorts.
• Lead a virtual youth crew and deliver tailored, interactive environmental curriculum and project-based learning.
• Facilitate content on environmental issues, wildfire management, ecology, sustainability, outdoor recreation, public lands, outdoor careers, and professional development.
• Coordinate program-hour meetings to mentor youth on individual and small-group projects.
• Communicate with the Program Coordinator, Program Assistants, and fellow Crew Leaders.
• Coordinate sessions with partners and panel participants.
• Organize and store program materials digitally as directed by the Program Coordinator.
• As a Head Crew Leader, oversee and support a team of Crew Leaders and help ensure successful program implementation across both cohorts.
• As a Head Crew Leader, serve as the primary point of contact between Crew Leaders and the Program Coordinators and Program Manager.
• As a Head Crew Leader, monitor team progress, help resolve questions and challenges, and support curriculum delivery, youth engagement, project-based learning, and program activities.
• As a Head Crew Leader, track team progress, organize program documentation, and complete the cohort’s Final Report.
• Remain available for the full employment period and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Weekly stipend of $650 for Crew Leaders.
• Weekly stipend of $750 for Head Crew Leaders.
• Experience teaching youth and implementing environmental curriculum.
• Experience mentoring youth and collaborating with land management agencies and nonprofit organizations.
• Networking opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed