Conservation AmeriCorps Summer Crew Member

Latino Outdoors; Estes Park (CO); On-site; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Boots

Pant stipend

Gear rentals

WFA training

AmeriCorps Education award

Job summary

Rocky Mountain Conservancy (RMC) is recruiting AmeriCorps Crew Members for a summer term in Northern Colorado, including Estes Park. Members will work in backcountry and front-country settings on conservation projects with NPS/USFS partners.

Term options include 300 hours or 675 hours, with a living allowance of $500 per week before taxes. Housing may be provided via bunkhouses or campgrounds; expected long days and multi-week hitch schedules.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen, US national, or lawful permanent resident.
• Must pass NSOPW/background checks.
• Physician’s review required.
• First-Aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain before start.
• Ages 18-30 (Up to 35 for veterans).
• Commitment to safety and ability to camp/serve for the term.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in training, orientation, and career development programs.
• Develop personal and professional goals and contribute to service projects.
• Follow safety protocols and wear PPE during work.
• Coordinate with crew leaders and agency staff on project tasks.
• Contribute to weekly crew cooking, chores, and campsite cleanliness.

Skills

Positive attitude

Group work experience

Leadership development

Effective communication

Conservation interest

Commitment to full term

Flexibility & adaptability

Camping in varying weather

Empathy & teamwork

Hand tools experience

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Rocky Mountain Conservancy (RMC) is recruiting AmeriCorps Crew Members for a summer term in Northern Colorado, including Estes Park. Members will work in backcountry and front-country settings on conservation projects with NPS/USFS partners.

Term options include 300 hours or 675 hours, with a living allowance of $500 per week before taxes. Housing may be provided via bunkhouses or campgrounds; expected long days and multi-week hitch schedules.