Conservation Legacy Assistant Crew Leader

AmeriCorps

Durango (CO)

On-site

USD 18,000 - 24,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Education award upon successful completion of service

Living Allowance

Stipend

Training

Job summary

A national service organization is seeking an Assistant Crew Leader to work in Colorado and various other states. This full-time position includes facilitating a positive team experience while assisting in the supervision of a crew. Responsibilities include communicating project directions, managing logistics, and engaging in conservation activities. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and a high school diploma. Education awards and stipends are included as benefits, with applications accepted between January 1, 2026, and December 31, 2026.

Qualifications

Must be at least 17 years old.
Ability to communicate effectively with team members.
Physical fitness for outdoor labor activities.

Responsibilities

Facilitating a positive Crew Member experience.
Communicating project directions and logistics.
Assisting in managing project partners and crew assignments.

Skills

Conflict Resolution

General Skills

Environment

Team Work

Leadership

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

Founded in 1998 to continue the legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps of the 1930s, Conservation Legacy was born from the commitment to effectively and efficiently support local programming and is dedicated to meeting the needs of individuals, communities and partners across the country through national service. In 2025, Conservation Legacy engaged 2,100 youth, young adults and veterans in conservation, restoration and community development projects, and contributed over 1.2 million hours of service to public lands. Conservation Legacy programs — Appalachian Conservation Corps, Arizona Conservation Corps, Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps, Conservation Corps North Carolina, Conservation Corps New Mexico, Southeast Conservation Corps, Southwest Conservation Corps, and Stewards Individual Placement Program engage participants in conservation and community service projects that provide opportunities for personal and professional development and meet the high priority needs of public land managers and community partners. TO LEARN MORE, BROWSE ALL POSITIONS, AND APPLY, please visit https://conservationlegacy.org/search-all-positions

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Member Duties

The Assistant Crew Leader (ACL) is responsible for facilitating a positive Crew Member experience. This position will serve alongside a Staff Crew Leader who is responsible for the direct supervision of the crew. The ACL is a full partner in the crew’s leadership, helping to communicate directions, project specifications and constructive criticism throughout the term. This position requires open dialog with the Staff Crew Leader; helping them to manage projects, project partners communications, overall logistics, and crew assignments. Service activities can include trail construction and maintenance, habitat restoration, and disaster response.

Program Benefits