AmeriCorps Outdoor Recreation Technician - AZ

Conservation Legacy; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Forest Service housing

Segal AmeriCorps Education Award

Healthcare Coverage

Living Allowance

Public Lands Corps Certificate

Loan forbearance

Job summary

Conservation Legacy, serving in Phoenix, AZ, seeks two Recreation Technician Crewmembers to learn and oversee daily operations of developed campgrounds and day-use sites within the Tonto National Forest.

You will work under the Recreation Technician Crew Leader, engaging with Forest Service staff and campground hosts, performing inspections, fee education, site maintenance, and safety checks, while rotating four 10-hour days.

Qualifications

• United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident
• At least 18 years of age
• HS diploma or equivalent or plan to obtain prior to education award use
• Agreement to provide information for eligibility and background check
• Enthusiasm for outdoors
• Teamwork and adaptability
• Good oral and written communication
• Professional demeanor and appearance
• Some knowledge of public lands and recreation opportunities
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record (21+ or 3+ years since license)

Responsibilities

• Commute between recreation sites and learn operations as needed
• Work with Crew Leader and other Crewmembers on routine responsibilities and patrols
• Assist with inspections and public contacts as experience grows
• Assist with fee compliance and educate public on FS rules
• Assist campground hosts as needed
• Work independently to complete inspections and document issues
• Participate in annual and seasonal inspections of sites
• Identify ways to improve sites with before/during/after photos
• Install and maintain facilities and restrooms

Skills

Outdoors enthusiasm

Teamwork & independence

Oral & written communication

Professionalism

Public lands knowledge

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Conservation Legacy, serving in Phoenix, AZ, seeks two Recreation Technician Crewmembers to learn and oversee daily operations of developed campgrounds and day-use sites within the Tonto National Forest.

You will work under the Recreation Technician Crew Leader, engaging with Forest Service staff and campground hosts, performing inspections, fee education, site maintenance, and safety checks, while rotating four 10-hour days.