Green Team Crew Leader

Emerald Necklace; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Emerald Necklace Conservancy in Boston is seeking a Green Team Crew Leader for a temporary position to lead youth in a summer employment program. Responsibilities include managing a team of 10-12 crew members, supervising outdoor activities, and developing leadership skills. Qualifications include relevant experience with youth, strong communication skills, and a valid driver's license. Position runs from June 29 to August 13, offering $20-$25/hour for 32-35 hours a week.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience as a camp counselor or outdoor facilitator.
• Experience working with youth ages 14-18 in outdoor settings.
• Strong organizational and time management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a crew of 10-12 youth.
• Supervise and ensure safe tool use.
• Plan and facilitate team-building activities.

Skills

Outdoor adventure facilitation

Leadership development

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

BA/BS in environmental studies, biology, or related

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Overview

Green Team Crew Leader

Organizational Overview

The Emerald Necklace Conservancy is a nonprofit in Boston, MA with a mission to restore and improve the Emerald Necklace for all. The Conservancy is dedicated to stewarding the 1,100-acre linear Emerald Necklace park system in Boston and Brookline connecting over 15 diverse neighborhoods. Our vision: A thriving Emerald Necklace where people and parks care for each other, made possible through thoughtful parks care, people-driven programming and inclusive policy work.

Position Overview

The Emerald Necklace Conservancy is seeking qualified applicants for a temporary position to lead, teach and inspire youth crew members ages 14-18 in our summer employment program. The Green Team is a unique and exciting program that employs youth and combines environmental career exploration, park and rose garden maintenance, hands-on workshops, soft skill development, environmental education, nature connection and outdoor adventure activities. Each Crew Leader is responsible for creating a rewarding, safe and productive experience for the 10-12 crew members ages 14-18.

Title: Green Team Crew Leader

Position type: Seasonal, June 29, 2026 - August 13, 2026, Non-Exempt

Department: Education

Reports to: Education Manager

Compensation: $20-$25/hour, depending on experience

Work Schedule: 32-35 hours a week

Schedule Details

• Training dates: June 29-June 30, 10:00 am-2:00 pm
• Program facilitation days: Monday-Thursday, 8:30 am -4:30 pm
• Staff planning day: Fridays, 10:00 am –1:30 pm (if necessary)

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and support a crew of 10-12 Green Team youth crew members
• Supervise training on safe tool use
• Oversee crew operations by managing the quality and technique of work performed, ensuring the successful and timely completion of work projects
• Promote leadership development within the team
• Lead team-building activities and energizer games
• Manage the physical and emotional well-being of crew
• Co-plan and facilitate an overnight camping trip
• Participate in outdoor adventure days and overnight camping trip
• Convey important logistical information (daily meeting times and locations) and manage crew timesheets

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience as a camp counselor, Girl or Boy Scout Leader, environmental education instructor/teacher, outdoor adventure facilitator, or related experience
• 1+ year of experience working with youth ages 14-18 in an outdoor environment
• 1+ year of experience and success in leading and/or teaching young people
• Driver's license in good standing; must be comfortable with driving a 12 and/or 15 passenger van
• Must possess valid First Aid and CPR Certification before the start of the program
• Strong organizational, time management, oral, and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Skills and ability to work with diverse groups, exercise cultural humility, and implement best practices in inclusion
• Demonstrate a positive attitude while working on a team
• Interest in natural history, nature connection, environmental education, and science education
• Interest in land care (plant bed maintenance, invasive plant removal)
• BA or BS in environmental studies, biology, earth science, or related experience preferred
• An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check, including a CORI, SORI, and driving record check

Physical and Time Requirements

• Ability to perform manual, physical outdoor work which requires standing, bending, kneeling, pulling, lifting, etc. Outdoor work includes, but is not limited to, pruning, weeding, hiking, mulching, etc.
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds

The Emerald Necklace Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and no person shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, Veteran status, physical/mental disability, genetic information, ancestry, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.