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Field Crew Leader (Resource Conservation)

Company: Montana Conservation Corps

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Job Description

 

 

The Montana Conservation Corps (MCC) is currently accepting applications for AmeriCorps field crew leader positions!  Here at MCC, we focus on the growth of our participants, positively impacting our climate and environment, and transferable job skills.  Leaders and their crews will camp while working on physically demanding and essential natural resource and conservation projects on some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the Northern Rockies and Plains.  Our crew leaders go through a leadership development program crafted over two decades to enhance their confidence, resilience, and technical capabilities.  If you are looking for something unique, want to address urgent climate change issues, and want to make a positive impact on the environment, then this is the perfect opportunity for you! 

Location: Bozeman, Missoula, Kalispell and Helena

Program Dates: 2/28/2022 – 10/21/2022

Living Allowance: $837 biweekly before taxes are taken out

AmeriCorps Education Award: $4,546.50 upon completion of the program 

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There are multiple benefits with an AmeriCorps Term of Service!

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MCC seeks to provide access and opportunity to a diverse group of staff and participants, while continuing to identify and reduce barriers to being involved in our organization and programs.  We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.

Qualifications:

  • High school degree, GED, or willingness to work towards obtaining a GED
  • US Citizen, National or lawful permanent resident
  • Ability to pass a National Service Criminal History Check
  • Ability to eventually hike 3-20 miles per day in terrain that can be steep, rocky or uneven, often wearing a 45lb backpack while carrying tools and sometimes backpacking with full packs of 60 – 70lbs
  • Ability to lift up to 35 pounds repeatedly and use hand and power tools
  • Effective written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to obtain Wilderness Advanced First Aid/CPR training. (Training is reimbursable to allotted amount/ MCC provides training)
  • Demonstrates desire to serve the community and the environment
  • Embraces willingness to work long, hard hours in all weather conditions; ability to be away on overnight trips for up to 10 days at a time
  • Commitment to completing term; available for duration of entire term of service

Desired Additional Qualifications:

  • Valid driver’s license, ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check
  • 21 years old on the start date of the program

How to Apply

Apply Here; Upload Resume & optional Cover Letter