2027 MobilizeGreen Youth Conservation Program Crew Leader

MobilizeGreen • Sacramento, CA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

MobilizeGreen, in partnership with the USDA Forest Service, seeks Crew Leaders for its 2027 summer youth program. Crew Leaders co-lead high school youth in conservation projects, environmental education, and leadership development in the San Bernardino National Forest in California or the Superior National Forest in Minnesota. The program runs over two three-week cohorts, with training and administrative work before, between, and after the cohorts. Crew Leaders work in teams of five to six to support participant safety, camping excursions, personal development, environmental education, and project management. They represent MobilizeGreen on site and coordinate designated projects with partners. All Crew Leaders attend pre-program training, conducted in a virtual/in-person hybrid format.

The term runs from late May through early August 2027. Training is May 31–June 12; the first cohort is June 13–July 3; administrative work is July 4–10; the second cohort is July 11–31; and closing, reporting, and administrative work is August 1–6.

This is physically demanding, live-in work in challenging outdoor conditions. Crew Leaders may work on steep terrain, in rain, bugs, and extreme heat, and must be able to perform strenuous tasks including lifting up to 40 pounds. They are expected to stand, walk, and carry gear for up to eight hours per day, work a rotating schedule for projects and administrative tasks, and participate in rotating 24/7 on-call duty to support participants’ safety and well-being. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• Current First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain certification before the program starts.
• Documented experience working with youth or young adults ages 14–18 as a teacher, mentor, leader, counselor, or coach.
• Experience in a formal or informal educational environment, or equivalent.
• Ability to organize and effectively teach lessons, motivate teenage and/or young adult students, give and accept constructive feedback, and communicate effectively.
• Familiarity with outdoor skills, including hiking up to 8 miles, extensive camping, safety awareness, and Leave No Trace.
• Experience in service project management, service learning, conservation or trail projects, and proper hand-tool use; related experience may include carpentry, landscaping, or gardening.
• Valid driver’s license with no major violations within the past three years.
• Must pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or legally able to work in the United States.
• Ability to handle strenuous work, steep terrain, lifting up to 40 pounds, and environmental conditions including rain, bugs, and extreme heat.
• Ability to stand, walk, and carry gear for up to eight hours per day and work a rotating schedule, including 24/7 on-call duty.
• Must uphold MobilizeGreen’s Field Operations Standards, including its zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policy.

Responsibilities

• Supervise crew members during program activities, projects, and time at housing.
• Provide an emotionally and physically safe environment in accordance with MobilizeGreen’s Field Operations Standards and COVID Policies.
• Work with the co-leader to manage crew group dynamics.
• Lead environmental education and team-building lessons on off-project days.
• Participate in rotating overnight on-call duty.
• Train and supervise crew members in the safe and proper use of tools and in service project work, which may include trail construction and maintenance, wildlife habitat work, or site restoration.
• Coordinate worksite and project logistics, tools and equipment, tool maintenance, and work schedules with the Project Leader and USDA Forest Service staff.
• Care for and maintain program equipment and tools.
• Manage crew administrative requirements, including pre- and post-program paperwork, daily work logs, incident reports, equipment inventories, evaluations, and the final report.
• Communicate with MobilizeGreen and housing staff about incidents, potential hazards, and program evaluations.
• Communicate with staff, parents, agency partners, and co-leaders throughout the program.
• Participate fully in Crew Leader orientation and safety training, maintain positive relationships with agency partners and co-leaders, and complete weekly and post-program paperwork, including an end-of-program debrief.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $800 per week living stipend.
• Travel, housing, and living expenses included for the duration of the program.
• Meals provided for the duration of the program.
• Wilderness First Aid (WFA) and CPR certification.
• Defensive driving training.
• Hands-on specialized tools training.
• Mentorship and teaching experience.
• Opportunity to work directly with USDA Forest Service staff and network with land management experts.

What This Job Offers

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