Term Length

Full-time, temporary, 4-9 months

Location

Kykotsmovi, Arizona

Salary

$720-800/week depending on experience and qualifications

Age Requirement

21+

Schedule

Seasonal, March 11 - November 22

 

"Leading our Nations back to ecological and cultural well-being" 

Program and Position Summary:

Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps (ALCC) engages motivated young adults, ages 18 - 30, to complete challenging and impactful conservation and service projects throughout the western United States. Projects may include trail construction & maintenance, habitat improvement, hazardous fuels reduction, re-vegetation, historic preservation, and local environmental service projects.   ALCC provides opportunities for members to learn about and connect with the environment, issues surrounding conservation, and local Indigenous values. 

ALCC crews work in a variety of National Parks, National Forests, and other public areas. Selected members are placed on a crew which will then collaborate to perform project work.  ALCC is a non-residential program and does not offer housing.  Gear and equipment rental is available upon request.

ALCC Hopi office is excited to be starting a brand-new year! Located on the Hopi reservation, we are looking for highly motivated individuals to join the office. This year our focus will be on the Firewood Project, High School Parks Exposure, Restoration Certificate, and Trails! 

 

Crew Leader Position Description

 

Leadership & Mentorship

Manage, supervise, and lead the day-to-day details of project work. Implement skills training on worksite and facilitate intentional discussions with crew Promote individual corps member development and a healthy community Facilitate crew member development via one-on-one check-ins, debriefs, and evaluations Mentor Assistant Crew Leader (ACL) via delegation and constructive feedback Must be willing to follow and enforce all ALCC policies, maintain professional boundaries, and appropriately represent the program, include maintaining a substance-free work environment

 

Project Management & Implementation

Train and motivate a crew of 4-5 young adults to efficiently complete conservation projects on public lands Delegation of project work & investment among crew Manage the on-the-ground quality and quantity of project work Monitor and track tool and equipment inventory Establish tool and equipment maintenance routines Effectively coordinate logistics with project partners, crew members, and ALCC staff

 

Safety & Risk Management

Monitor, manage, and promote the crew’s physical and emotional safety on and off the work site Promote culture of safety by facilitating safety briefings and standdowns Communicate and manage field incidents with ALCC staff Initiate On-call or emergency medical services in the event of injury or incident Transport crew and equipment safely in ALCC vehicles with trailers

 

Administration

Report project accomplishments by measuring and documenting outcomes Compile notes and documentation pertaining to crew work hours, group and member dynamics, and incident management Manage credit card for purchases, document and report all purchases.