Alaska Trail Crew Lead - Field Leadership & Conservation

Austin Community College; Alaska; On-site; USD 22,750 - 40,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food & Transportation provided

Cell phone reimbursement

Job summary

A community college in Alaska is hiring a Crew Leader for an AmeriCorps program focused on leadership development and trail work. The role involves supervising a team, training members, and project management across wilderness areas. Candidates must have experience working with young adults, a valid driver’s license, and a Wilderness First Responder certification by April 12, 2026. This is a physically demanding position requiring team leadership in outdoor settings.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young adults, teaching, or environmental education is a plus.
• Must be able to perform manual labor for long hours, exposed to elements.
• Wilderness First Responder certification required by 4/12/26.

Responsibilities

• Supervise crew facilitating teamwork and managing trail work.
• Train members in technical skills and mentor personal development.
• Assist with project management and maintain communication with partners.

Skills

Working with young adults

Conservation work skills

Manual labor

Wilderness First Responder certification

Communication skills

Education

Valid driver's license

Minimum 21 years of age

Tools

Chainsaw

Job description

A community college in Alaska is hiring a Crew Leader for an AmeriCorps program focused on leadership development and trail work. The role involves supervising a team, training members, and project management across wilderness areas. Candidates must have experience working with young adults, a valid driver’s license, and a Wilderness First Responder certification by April 12, 2026. This is a physically demanding position requiring team leadership in outdoor settings.