CCNM Fire Mitigation and Chainsaw Assistant Crew Leader-AmeriCorps

Conservation Legacy; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 512,000 - 580,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Segal AmeriCorps Education Award

Weekly living allowance

Healthcare coverage if eligible

Job summary

Conservation Legacy seeks an AmeriCorps member for the 2027 Wildland Fire Mitigation & Chainsaw Assistant Crew Leader term in Las Cruces, NM. The role focuses on leadership, safety, and hands-on forest management tasks with the Conservation Corps New Mexico program.

Candidates must be a U.S. citizen/national or lawful permanent resident, be at least 17, and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Training includes S-212, ICS-100, and IS-700, with a rigorous outdoor service schedule.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or lawful permanent resident
• At least 17 years of age
• Has a high school diploma or equivalent or will obtain prior to education award use
• Willing to provide information to establish eligibility and complete a National Service Criminal History Check

Responsibilities

• Facilitate a safe and positive crew member experience by setting an example of enthusiasm and work ethic.
• Work with the Crew Leader to communicate directions, project specs, and provide constructive feedback.
• Expand leadership roles and assume full duties if the Crew Leader is unavailable.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Wilderness survival

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location

560 N. 17th St, Las Cruces, NM, 88005, United States

Job Category

Conservation Crew, AmeriCorps, Environmental

Industry

Conservation, Envrionmental, Trail crew

Employee Type

AmeriCorps

Required Degree

High school

Contact Information

• Genevieve Tucker
• 575-640-8540
• [e-mail]

Description

Position Title: 2027 Wildland Fire Mitigation & Chainsaw Assistant Crew Leader

Conservation Legacy Program: Conservation Corps New Mexico

Site Location: Conservation Corps New Mexico Program Office - 560 N. 17th Street, Las Cruces NM

Terms of Service:

• Start Date: 01/18/2027
• End Date: 05/07/2027
• AmeriCorps Slot Classification: 450-hour

Purpose:

ConservationCorpsNewMexico (CCNM):

Conservation Corps NewMexico, an AmeriCorps Program, aims to continue the legacy of the CivilianConservationCorpsofthe1930s.CCNMcrewsaretypicallybasedinLasCruces,NM and all project work will take place on public lands in New Mexico and surrounding states.

• ThisisanAmeriCorpspositionaimingtoengagefutureleaderswhoprotect,restore,and enhance our public lands through community-based service.
• You’ll learn new skills, but it will take sweat: this program is designed to be rigorous. You will complete conservation service projects and learn many skills through experience. Service as an AmeriCorps member is an introduction to a new and exciting lifestyle-overthecourseoftheseasonyouwilllive,learn,train,andworktoprotectand preserve America’s public lands.

The Wildland Fire Mitigation and Chainsaw Crew will work with the Gila National Forest on a variety of forest management, fire mitigation, and prescribed burn (climate conditions permitting) projects.

Project work may include, but is not limited to:

• Hazard tree removal and sawyer work, including felling, bucking, limbing, swamping, etc.
• Fire prep-work such as creating and maintaining fire breaks and fuels reduction projects
• Invasive species removal
• Timber stand improvement
• Trail improvement

Training will include:

• S-212 (or equivalent) chainsaw training
• ICS-100 Introduction to IC
• IS-700 NIMS Introduction
• S-130 Basic Wildland Firefighting
• S-190 Basic Wildland Fire Behavio
• Red Card opportunity (requires passing the arduous level pack test)

Assistant Crew Leader Responsibilities:

Assistant Crew Leaders (ACL) are responsible for facilitating a safe and positive crew member experience by setting an example of enthusiasm, dedication, and a strong work ethic throughout work and camp life. The ACL works in tandem with the Crew Leader to communicate directions, project specifications, and provide constructive criticism throughout the term of service. The ACL will expand their role, learn leadership strategies, and assume full leadership duties if the Crew Leader is unavailable. CCNM field crews operate on a set schedule throughout their season. Adherence to this schedule is essential to the success of the program; exceptions can be made for emergencie s.

Qualifications:

• United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien
• At least 17 years of age
• Has received a high school diploma or equivalency certificate; or has not dropped out of elementary or secondary school to enroll as an AmeriCorps participant, and agrees to obtain a high school diploma or its equivalent prior to using the education award
• Agrees to provide information to establish eligibility and to complete a National Service Criminal History Check.

Assistant Crew Leader Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior AmeriCorps service and experience with backpacking, wilderness travel, camp management and outdoor leadership preferred
• Flexibility, adaptability, and capacity to work in a changing work environment, including willingness to work a varying schedule. This position could also be deployed for national disaster relief, outside the region, for multiple weeks.
• Excellent communication, teaching/mentoring, and full conflict resolution and team-building skills
• Valid driver's license and an insurable driving record
• Relevant bachelor's degree

Our Commitment: Conservation Legacy is committed to the full consideration of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to perform essential job functions. Physical requirements may include periodic overnight travel, non-traditional work hours, ability to move across varied terrain, use program-specific tools and a range of technology on an infrequent or frequent basis. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. The ability to safely drive an organizational vehicle may also be required for some positions. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager.

Time Requirements:

• Typically, this position is expected to serve Tuesday to Tuesday, but exact service schedules may vary. A half hour lunch break will not be counted towards AmeriCorps service.
• This position generally entails an 8 days on/6 days off hitch schedule. Time off will not be permitted during hitches, and members/leaders are expected to plan accordingly.
• Member may be required to participate in national, state, or local service projects or events as part of their service term.

Orientation and Training:

• Member will receive an orientation that includes training on AmeriCorps prohibited and unallowable activities.
• Training will also focus on topics such as Wilderness First Aid, Leave No Trace, outdoor living, crew culture, and goal setting.

Benefits:

• Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $1956.35
• Living Allowance of $580 per week.
• Additional Benefit of $170 per week.
• Healthcare Coverage if Eligible
• Childcare Coverage if Eligible
• Loan forbearance if Eligible
• Interest Payments if Eligible

Evaluation and Reporting:

As an AmeriCorps member, performance will be evaluated on whether the member has completed the required number of hours, the member has satisfactorily completed assignments, and if the member has met other performance criteria that were clearly communicated at the beginning of the term of service.

Reporting requirements include, but are not limited to, bi-weekly timesheets and accomplishment tracking.

Supervisor Name and Contact Information:

Genevieve Tucker

Crew Program Director

[e-mail]

Conservation Legacy is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodations due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager.