Leadership Development Program

AmeriCorps; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education award

Housing

Health Coverage

Living Allowance

Training

Job summary

AmeriCorps is seeking participants for the Leadership Development Program in Nevada. You will join a recreation and restoration crew, gaining hands-on conservation experience and leadership training. The program combines classroom, mentorship, and field work to build skills in safety, teamwork, and project execution.

Participants will complete trail work, habitat restoration, and invasive species control, with opportunities to advance to crew leader after completion and a leadership retreat.

Qualifications

• Experience and interest in environmental restoration or conservation projects.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and terrain.
• Willingness to learn and apply safety protocols and teamwork in field settings.

Responsibilities

• Learn and practice trail construction and maintenance using hand tools and equipment at project sites.
• Receive training in hazardous fuels reduction and habitat restoration using tools like chainsaws, handsaws, and loppers.
• Develop competencies in invasive species identification and control using manual, mechanical, and chemical methods.
• Gain experience in decommissioning illegal roads and fence construction/removal.
• Cultivate a professional attitude while communicating with crew members, leaders, NCC staff, and sponsors.
• Work toward meeting production and quality standards set by NCC administration and project partners.

Skills

Environment

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Members in the Leadership Development Program (LDP) will serve on a recreation & restoration crew, gaining hands-on experience in conservation work alongside targeted training and mentorship in leadership, safety, and technical skills. Service projects may include trail construction and maintenance, hazardous fuels reduction; wildfire fuels reduction and hazardous tree removal, habitat restoration, invasive species treatment, fence installation or removal, cleanup of illegal dumping sites, and decommissioning unauthorized motorized routes. In addition to restoration work, members will participate in comprehensive crew leadership training. Topics covered will include conflict resolution, mental health first aid, prioritization, performance management, accountability, collaboration, team development, decision-making, and goal-setting. Training is delivered through a combination of classroom instruction, mentorship, and practical field experience. Upon successful completion of the program and the leadership retreat, members will be eligible to serve as a restoration crew leader, equipped with the skills and confidence needed to lead a crew in the field effectively.

Member Duties

Learn and practice trail construction and maintenance using hand tools and other equipment at designated project sites.
Receive training in hazardous fuels reduction and habitat restoration using tools like chainsaws, handsaws, and loppers.
Develop competencies in invasive species identification and control through manual, mechanical, and chemical methods, along with native planting and riparian restoration practices.
Gain experience in illegal road decommissioning and fence or barrier construction/removal using hand tools.
Cultivate a positive, professional attitude while learning to communicate effectively with crew members, leaders, NCC staff, and project sponsors.
Work towards meeting production and quality standards as established by NCC administration, crew supervisors, and project partners.
Engage in in-field education sessions to deepen understanding of restoration practices.

Program Benefits

• Education award upon successful completion of service
• Housing
• Health Coverage
• Living Allowance
• Training

Terms

Car recommended.

Service Areas

Environment

Skills

Environment

Program Type

AmeriCorps State / National

Program

Leadership Development Program

Program Start/End Date

02/01/2027 - 05/07/2027

Work Schedule

Full Time

Education level

High school diploma/GED

Age Requirement

Minimum: 17 Maximum: 99

Program Locations

NEVADA

Accepting Applications

From 09/16/2026 To 12/31/2026

Contact

Diana Kaskie
16750 MT ROSE HWY
Reno NV 89511
7756745490
[e-mail]

Listing ID

130994