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Individual Placement - Darrington Wilderness Trail Crew Member

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $36,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Living allowance
Member roundtrip travel allowance
Duty-related travel reimbursement
Bear safety training
Defensive driver training
First Aid/CPR training
Government-provided housing

Job Description

The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is a reputable organization dedicated to promoting conservation and environmental stewardship projects across the United States. The SCA partners with various agencies and communities to provide opportunities that help protect and preserve natural resources while fostering the development of the next generation of environmental leaders. Founded with a mission to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends, the SCA offers meaningful project-based experiences for youth and young adults who are passionate about making a positive environmental impact. This organization focuses on hands-on conservation work, education, and community engagement to ensure sustainable and... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Valid driver's license
  • capable of hiking long distances
  • able to carry heavy packs
  • physically fit to work in challenging terrain and weather
  • must be between the ages of 16 and 30 inclusive or veterans 35 or younger
  • must be a citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States
  • willingness to learn and work as part of a team
  • availability for weekend work

Job Qualifications

  • Great attitude
  • interested in learning
  • team player
  • capable of hiking long distances (miles/day)
  • capable of carrying heavy packs
  • able to work in challenging terrain and weather
  • valid driver's license
  • between the ages of 16 and 30 inclusive or veterans 35 or younger
  • citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States

Job Duties

  • Hiking/backpacking/patrolling trails for both day and overnight trips
  • camping in remote areas for up to 9 days at a time
  • performing trail maintenance using traditional hand tools
  • interact and educate visitors about minimum impact practices (LNT), regulations, and by leading by example
  • cleans/inventories/naturalizes campsites
  • monitors/collects data on resource conditions/trail use/sign inventory
  • weekend staffing required
  • works on restoration projects including waste management and the relocation of backcountry toilets, fire ring dispersal, trash collection

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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