Conservation Crew Member – Spring 2023: Harrisonburg, Virginia

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Agency

Appalachian Conservation Corps

Location

Harrisonburg, Virginia

Job Category

Temporary/Seasonal Positions

Salary

$400/week living stipend

Last Date to Apply

02/17/2023

Website

https://appalachiancc.org/open-positions

Description

The Conservation Crew Member position is an entry-level role. Crew Members are supported on a variety of levels, by their Crew Leaders, Program Staff & Project Partners, and Conservation Legacy Staff. While prior experience with the outdoors or outdoor work can be helpful, it is not a necessity for this position. We ask that Crew Members embrace learning opportunities, face challenges, and build community with their crew.

Projects take place across the Appalachian Region, including work with the US Forest Service, the National Park Service, and other land managers. During their time in the field, Crew Members camp overnight and work outdoors in all types of weather conditions, performing heavy manual labor related to environmental conservation and restoration projects. These hands-on projects include visitor access improvements, trail construction and maintenance, habitat restoration, invasive species treatments, historic restoration, disaster relief, and much more. Most projects require hiking out to remote work sites for the day with tools, equipment, and day pack.

Qualifications

Applicants should be between the ages of 18 and 30 (exception for Veterans up to age 35), have US Citizenship or Legal Permanent Residency status , and have a high school diploma or GED. Applicants should also be able to pass background checks and be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (Federal partner requirement). No previous experience is required, but a general comfort and previous knowledge of working/living in an outdoor setting is helpful.

Contact Person

Sarah Akers

Contact Phone

3049405568

Contact eMail

sakers@conservationlegacy.org

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