Contact Name: Alex Bradley
Company/Organization/Agency: Connecticut Forest & Park Association
Address: 16 Meriden Rd, Rockfall, CT 06481 United States
Email Address: abradley@ctwoodlands.org
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Job Title: Connecticut Woodlands Conservation Corps - Trail Crew Leader
Job Description: Love working outside? Want to gain hands-on experience in the trail conservation & outdoor recreation fields? Want to take on the challenge of leading a crew working, traveling, and camping in a small tight-knit group? JOIN NOW! Help lead our efforts to improve Connecticut’s 825-mile Blue-Blazed Hiking Trail System!
Schedule
Summer Only: May 8 - August 11
Summer and Fall: May 8 - October 28
Weekly work schedules can vary. Crews may work either 4- 10 hour days or 8- 10 hour days depending on project logistics. A project calendar will be provided to leaders at the beginning of the season.
All weeks will likely require spike camping in the field for the duration of the project.
This is a team-based position. Leaders should plan to spend all scheduled work days with their crew. Arranging a day off is logistically difficult.
Compensation
The Crew Leader will be paid $720/week, with a 40 hour week, less applicable taxes and other required withholdings. Position includes a $10 per day food stipend while camping, that is added to the crew food budget. Payment will be issued bi-weekly. The crew will travel in organization vehicles, however if personal vehicles are driven, mileage will be reimbursed at the current State of CT mileage reimbursement rate.
Eligibility/ Application Requirements
This position is open to 18-25+ year olds. We will review applications and schedule interviews on a rolling basis. A Zoom interview will be required.
Job Start Date: 5/8/2023
Application Deadline: 4/28/2023
Additional Information: Detailed Job Description:
https://ctwoodlands.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2023-CWCC-Crew-Leader-Job-Description.pdf
Please Complete this Online Application:
https://forms.gle/85fM32PCjUbdhj9T9
No Resume or Cover Letter is required.
Please share the below form link with 3 References which can be Academic, Professional, or a Community Organization leader you have worked with. Please do not use immediate family. https://forms.gle/xaVAqDacQv8UFs9P9
If you have any questions, please email Alex Bradley, Trails Program Field Coordinator, at abradley@ctwoodlands.org. No phone calls please.