Contact Name: Halle Harklau
Company/Organization/Agency: Vermont Youth Conservation Corps
Address: 1949 E Main St, Richmond, VT 05477 USA
Email Address: halle.harklau@vycc.org
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Job Title: Pro Crew Member
Job Description: Position Summary
Vermont Youth Conservation Corps (VYCC) is seeking Pro Crew Members who are focused on completing projects that benefit Vermont’s environment and communities. A successful Pro Crew Members is able to work in challenging conditions, complete high quality work, and be a supportive member of the crew community. If you are excited to keep growing your technical skills, work
alongside other conservation professionals, and have a positive impact on opportunities for recreation and preservation in Vermont, this position is for you. Pro Crews specialize in one of three project areas (Trails, Forestry, and Build) and the projects they complete having a meaningful impact on communities.
Essential Functions:
Crew Functions
Contribute to positive crew morale, foster teamwork, respect fellow Crew Members
Maintain an emotionally and physically safe work and living environment (when camping together)
Follow VYCC policies and procedures, and maintain project and program goals, and foster the VYCC mission
Project Accomplishment
Help to collect, process, and organize data collected in the field
Participate in high production, quality, and safety standards for crew
Perform physical work safely in all weather conditions for extended periods of time
Community Development
Be a part of a supportive and encouraging environment both on the job site and in camp
Participate in community feedback meetings that help the team set goals, assess group growth, and celebrate progress
Communication
Maintain regular communication with Crew Leader; engage with feedback to help set personal and professional goals, assess growth, and celebrate progress
Required Qualifications
Be at least 18 years of age (there is no upper age limit)
Openness to meeting new people, working hard outside, providing and receiving feedback, and learning and growing.
Ability to adapt to change and move outside of comfort zones
Willingness to work hard, in all types of weather and environments
CPR Certification & Wilderness First Aid (if needed, COVID permitting, VYCC provides a WFA Course pre-season)
Willingness to undergo a criminal background check
Ability to travel to project sites throughout the state
Exceptional time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail
All applicants must meet technical skill qualifications in one or more of VYCC’s three Pro Crew types:
Trails: (June through October or August through October)
Previous experience in:
Trail or conservation work
Using power tools and hand tools
Utilizing sustainable trail practices
Forestry: (August through October)
Required qualifications:
Level B Sawyer/Game of Logging #2 or ability to complete training prior to start date
Prior experience with forestry and timber stand improvement
Build: (June through October)
Required qualifications:
Some prior carpentry, building, or trades experience
Knowledge and experience with hand and power tools
Interest in pursuing career in building trades work, design, architecture, weatherization, etc
Pro Crew Member spend most of their time outdoors, working with a team while also interacting with project sponsors, community members, and VYCC staff. Crew Members positions may require occasionally living in a tent in a camp setting when required by the project. Pro Crew Members must abide by VYCC policies while representing VYCC on campus, on a VYCC worksite or associated site, which include: no drinking, smoking, or drug use. Beginning of season training and end of season closure will take place on VYCC’s campus in Richmond, Vermont.
Compensation & Benefits:
$500 + Food Stipend
CPR Certification & Wilderness First Aid Training (if needed, COVID permitting)
Educational learning opportunities with professionals in the field of conservation and workplace skills
College and career pathways support with VYCC’s Recruitment and Alumni Manager
Access to our robust Alumni network for future adventures and career assistance
Job Start Date: 6/21/2021
Application Deadline: 5/21/2021
Additional Information: How to Apply: Please apply online at VYCC.org/apply/pro. For any questions, please contact Conservation Program Coordinator, Halle Harklau at Halle.Harklau@vycc.org.