Crew Lead, Outdoor Conservation Corps

Student Conservation Association; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Student Conservation Association (SCA) in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is seeking Project Leaders for the 2027 Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps field season. You will train, supervise, and administer a crew of four young adults on conservation projects, career development, and environmental education across multiple Harrisburg-area sites.

This Full-Time contract role runs Feb 22, 2027 – Nov 26, 2027 with hours Monday-Wednesday

Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• Must have the ability to legally work in the US.
• Must have a valid driver’s license for 3+ years and MVR that meets SCA standards.
• Must be able to meet SCA’s criminal background check standards.
• Minimum of 1 year of leadership, teaching, or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor crew of up to 4 members.
• Coordinate field projects and schedules with partners.
• Deliver safety briefings and training on conservation tasks.
• Manage logistics, attendance, and timecards.
• Support environmental education and outreach activities.

Skills

Leadership experience

Supervisory experience

Outdoor teamwork

Job description

The Student Conservation Association (SCA) in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is seeking Project Leaders for the 2027 Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps field season. You will train, supervise, and administer a crew of four young adults on conservation projects, career development, and environmental education across multiple Harrisburg-area sites.

This Full-Time contract role runs Feb 22, 2027 – Nov 26, 2027 with hours Monday-Wednesday