AmeriCorps Forest Archaeology ACL – Field Leader

Conservation Legacy; North Carolina; On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Segal AmeriCorps Education Award

Living Allowance

Healthcare Coverage if Eligible

Childcare Coverage if Eligible

Uniform safety gear provided

Job summary

Conservation Legacy, a nationwide non-profit, has partnered with the Forest Service in North Carolina to recruit 1 Forest Archaeology Strike Team Assistant Crew Leader (ACL) for 2027. The role is heavily field-based, focusing on archaeological monitoring, survey, and GIS recordation, with some interdisciplinary natural resource work.

Crew members manage housing, transportation, and a 40–50 hour work week. Expect training opportunities, performance reviews, and safety requirements; strong

Qualifications

• US citizen, United States national, or lawful permanent resident.
• At least 17 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent; AmeriCorps education award eligibility.
• Willingness to commit to the program and mission.
• Ability to manage crew life and 40–50 hour weeks.
• Flexible and adaptable in changing work environments.
• Willingness to learn and be part of peer-led team.
• Physically fit for long days in the field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct archaeological monitoring, survey, excavation, GIS recordation and reporting.
• Record cultural resources in the field and flag resources for avoidance.
• Develop GIS maps and maintain project documentation for cultural resources.
• Maintain field and project records; support data entry and cataloging.
• Ensure safety, adapt to schedules, and meet performance expectations.
• This is a seasonal AmeriCorps position with a 40-hour work week expectation.

Job description

Conservation Legacy, a nationwide non-profit, has partnered with the Forest Service in North Carolina to recruit 1 Forest Archaeology Strike Team Assistant Crew Leader (ACL) for 2027. The role is heavily field-based, focusing on archaeological monitoring, survey, and GIS recordation, with some interdisciplinary natural resource work.

Crew members manage housing, transportation, and a 40–50 hour work week. Expect training opportunities, performance reviews, and safety requirements; strong