Conservation Technician jobs in Easton, PA

About us:

The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and adults. Program participants protect and restore national parks, national forests, wildlife refuges, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks, community green spaces, and much more across the country.

Job Summary:

The Student Conservation Association in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), is seeking outgoing individuals to join the Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps. The Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps offers paid work experience, job training, and educational opportunities. Crew Leaders will guide and work with a small team of high school students to complete conservation projects on Pennsylvania’s public lands during the summer months. Throughout the season members will also participate in educational activities related to resource management, environmental education, and recreation.

Responsibilities:

· Act as a Crew Supervisor, by facilitating teamwork, managing field-based tasks, and guiding crew dynamics

· Serve as an Advisor, by training members in conservation work skills, mentoring personal and professional development, and teaching environmental stewardship

· Act as a Project Manager, by communicating with agency park partners, ensuring successful and timely completion of work projects, and upholding a positive representation of SCA

· Perform tasks as a Program Administrator, by organizing logistics, completing documentation, managing a budget, and communicating with SCA staff

Leader Qualifications:

· Must be a minimum of 21 years of age

· Experience working with youth ages 14-18, teaching, or environmental education

· Experience with conservation work skills or related skills preferred – i.e., trail maintenance, trail construction, habitat restoration, chainsaw, carpentry, landscaping, and gardening

· Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per day, exposed to the elements, and must occasionally lift and/or move 40 pounds or more

· Strong communication and organizational skills

· Must have current First Aid/CPR certification

· Must be able to attend Crew Leader training: 06/10/2024 – 06/21/2024

· Must have the ability to legally work in the US

· Must have a valid driver’s license for 3 years and MVR that meets SCA standards

· Must have housing in/near the program city. No housing provided.

· Must have a valid driver’s license for 3 years and MVR that meets SCA standards

· Must be able to meet SCA’s criminal background check standards

· Must have current required PA clearances for working with underage persons: PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Criminal History Record, FBI Criminal History Record and fingerprinting

If you are a highly motivated individual with a passion for working with youth and in outdoor settings, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dynamic team as a Summer Crew Leader!

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $750.00 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Ability to Relocate:

• Allentown, PA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person