Field Leader – PA Outdoor Corps 2027

Student Conservation Association; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Student Conservation Association, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), seeks Project Leaders to train, supervise, and administer a crew of four young adults for the 2027 field season. This is a full-time contract position based at multiple sites in the Altoona region.

Dates run Feb 22, 2027 – Nov 26, 2027 with weekly pay of $850 and optional employee-sponsored benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of leadership, teaching, or supervisory experience.
• Ability to work with youth and young adults in a mentoring capacity.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a crew of 4 during conservation projects.
• Mentor crew members and promote professional development.
• Coordinate project schedules with agency partners and staff.
• Manage logistics, attendance, and timecards for the season.

Skills

Leadership

Crew supervision

Mentoring

Project management

Job description

The Student Conservation Association, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), seeks Project Leaders to train, supervise, and administer a crew of four young adults for the 2027 field season. This is a full-time contract position based at multiple sites in the Altoona region.

Dates run Feb 22, 2027 – Nov 26, 2027 with weekly pay of $850 and optional employee-sponsored benefits.