Conservation Corps Crew Member

Western Colorado Conservation Corps; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 2,000 - 4,000; Full time

Job summary

The Western Colorado Conservation Corps offers a seasonal opportunity for young adults to serve on meaningful conservation projects across Western Colorado. Projects include trail work, fence construction/removal, invasive species removal, fire fuels reduction, habitat restoration and historic preservation.

The position requires camping 4–8 nights per session and completing AmeriCorps orientation plus CPR/First Aid.

Qualifications

• Ability to camp 4–8 nights per session.
• Willingness to complete AmeriCorps orientation and CPR/First Aid Training.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions.
• Willingness to cook and clean at camp as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with trail construction/maintenance projects.
• Support fence construction/removal as needed.
• Participate in habitat restoration and invasive species removal.
• Engage in evaluation processes and volunteer events.
• Work closely with team and diverse groups during term.

Skills

Camp life

Outdoor teamwork

CPR/First Aid training

Orientation readiness

Job description

The Western Colorado Conservation Corps offers opportunities for young adults to spend a season serving on meaningful conservation projects throughout Western Colorado.

Projects may include a variety of trail construction/maintenance, fence construction/removal, invasive species removal, fire fuels reduction, habitat restoration and/or historic preservation.

The position also requires preparation time and post-session clean up.

Essential Position Functions:

• Must be willing and able to camp at least 4-8 nights
• Complete 9 hours of service a day for 4-8 days while camping in a variety of outdoor conditions, including inclement weather for the duration of term
• Successfully complete AmeriCorps member Orientation and CPR/First Aid Training
• Willing to cook and clean up at the camp site when necessary
• Participating in evaluation process
• Participating in WCCC-wide volunteer events
• Participating in rig-up and rig-down procedures
• Live, work, and serve closely with a diverse gro...