Contact Name: Amanda Peterson
Company/Organization/Agency: Appalachian Mountain Club
Address: 10 CITY SQ, Ste 2, CHARLESTOWN, MA 02129 United States
Email Address: apeterson@outdoors.org
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Job Title: Southern New England Trails Field Coordinator (AmeriCorps and Youth)
Job Description: We are looking for someone with group management and trail maintenance experience to fill our Field Coordinator position for our Southern New England AmeriCorps and Youth Crews in 2023.
In addition to providing technical trail and logistic support to our crews, this position involves administrative office work, collecting work reports, assisting with timesheets, and working with the Trails Facility Coordinator as needed.
What you’ll be doing:
Help plan and implement formal and informal training to AmeriCorps trail crew members and New England Youth Crew leaders in collaboration with other AMC Staff. This will include formal training at the beginning of the season (trail work, tool use, safety practices, group leadership, etc.), as well informal project-specific skill training throughout the season as needed.
Provide logistical and field support to 2 AmeriCorps crews who work primarily on 4-day front-country stewardship projects
Work with New England Trail Youth Crews to provide technical and moral support to crew members and leaders
Occasionally train and lead groups of volunteers on trail work project days, including Custom Crew programs for corporate groups, youth groups, etc.
Foster a spirit of cooperation, safety, teamwork, responsible stewardship, and fun while working with crews
Work with Program Supervisor and other AMC staff to coordinate trail projects, daily logistics, supply needs, and maintain AMC trail work standards.
Work with project partners at Federal and State levels in a professional and timely manner, communicating by email, telephone and in person to confirm projects and dates, coordinate scouting and field visits, as well as provide any requested updates on project progress, including descriptions, project report forms, and photos.
Assist with maintenance of tools, equipment and facility as needed
Collect and compile accurate and thorough project reports and safety forms from crews weekly.
Serve as a responder/coordinator in the event of an emergency in the field
Conduct informal check-ins with each member of the crew
Report any relevant notes, questions, or requests to the Program Supervisor promptly.
Drive 12-passenger vans as needed
Along with Trails Facility Coordinator, act as a leader and role model at the Noble View facility and enforce all community guidelines to protect and respect others who share the space
As needed and as able, be available for occasional weekend work
Qualifications
What we are looking for:
Demonstrated leadership experience
Experience in trail maintenance
Experience spending extended periods of time outdoors
Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds
Ability to adapt to changing conditions and maintain strong decision-making skills
Ability to set goals, prioritize tasks, and delegate roles to a group
Basic competency with Excel, Outlook, Word, and other Microsoft products
Strong self-motivation and communication skills
Must hold a valid driver’s license and clear driving record (driving record check will be performed)
Physical Abilities required: Must be able to carry heavy loads (80+ lbs.) for long distances
This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor.
Availability from May 1-October 13.
Compensation and benefits:
Salary Range: $16.50-$18.00/Hour
Onsite housing + meals provided for $45 per week
Free use of AMC Destinations: 4 nights per year
Free annual AMC membership
Health Plan with Optional Vision + Dental Insurance when working 30+ hours per week for 6+ months
Matching 403(b): 4% with vesting schedule
Paid Sick Time: eligible to accrue up to 10 days
To Apply:
Please include a resume and cover letter. No phone calls please.
AMC welcomes all qualified candidates to apply and we invite the full participation of all individuals currently underrepresented in the outdoor community. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals from racially and/or ethnically diverse communities, individuals with disabilities, individuals from LGBTQ+ communities, and individuals who experience intersectionality with one or more of these identities.
The Appalachian Mountain Club has zero tolerance for child abuse or placing children in danger. The AMC requires all employees who work in a program or facility which serves children, disabled persons, or the elderly to have a criminal background record check performed on their name annually with employment contingent upon satisfactory results.
Job Start Date: 5/1/2023
Application Deadline: 4/1/2023
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