Contact Name: Hannah Jo King
Company/Organization/Agency: The Student Conservation Association
Address: 1230 Preservation Park Way, Oakland, CA 94612 United States
Email Address: leaders@thesca.org
Contact Phone: (510) 832-1966
Job Title: SCA Seattle Community Crew Leader
Job Description: Conservation Begins Here.
The Student Conservation Association (SCA), America’s #1 conservation service organization seeks qualified applicants to lead, educate, and inspire Seattle high school students in the Seattle Community Program.
Position Dates: June through August
Location: Seattle, WA
Primary Responsibilities:
-Co-lead field based projects, such as trail building, invasive removal and habitat restoration
-Teach environmental education curriculum
-Mentor youth in job readiness and personal development
-Create a fun and productive atmosphere for crew members
Qualifications:
-Be at least 21 years old.
-Strong interest in working with and mentoring urban youth.
-Must be able to attend mandatory Crew Leader training: June 11th – June 21st
-Proven experience working with youth, preferably in an outdoor/team-based setting.
-Fluency/proficiency in a second language highly desirable.
-Outdoor living skills, Experience with conservation work.
-Proven ability to manage complex logistics in an organized fashion.
-Valid driver’s license for 3+ years and clean driving record. Criminal background check must pass SCA standards.
-Possess current First Aid and CPR certifications, Wilderness First Aid preferred.
-Must have personal housing arrangements in program city
Compensation: $600/week, paid training
Job Start Date: 6/11/2018
Application Deadline: 6/11/2018
Additional Information: To Apply: Visit us at https://thesca.force.com/members to create a profile, complete the basic application and then select the Leader Application when prompted. Please be sure to upload your cover letter, resume & 3 references. Once your application is complete, please email leaders@thesca.org with the position of interest listed in the subject line so we may review your application.
View Position: https://www.thesca.org/sca-seattle-community-crew-leader
SCA is an EOE dedicated to workforce diversity.
For more information about SCA, visit us at www.theSCA.org
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