NCC Crew Lead

The Corps Network; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Housing Stipend/Assistance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

The Great Basin Institute (GBI) Nevada Conservation Corps is seeking Staff Crew Leaders to guide Conservation Crews on habitat restoration, forestry, and trail projects across Nevada and California. Leaders will coordinate with GBI staff and agency partners to safely achieve project goals while providing training and development opportunities for crew members.

Based in Reno/Las Vegas field stations, crew leaders will travel regionally and may switch between Reno and Las Vegas depending on

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating and leading field crews in natural resource projects.
• Ability to work safely in outdoor environments and follow protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead conservation crews on public lands in NV/CA.
• Coordinate with agency partners and GBI staff to meet project goals.
• Ensure crew safety and adherence to safety regulations.
• Oversee data collection and reporting to partners.

Job description

JOB DETAILS

Actively Recruiting: Yes
Position title: NCC Crew Lead
Deadline to apply: 2027-01-31
Type of Position: Crew Leader
Town, City, Park, etc: Las Vegas
State / Territory: Nevada
Benefits: Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Housing Stipend/Assistance, Vision Insurance
Project/Program Focus: Forestry, Habitat Restoration, Trails

Co-founded in 1998 by two PhD students, Jerry Keir and Sanjay Pyare, at the University of Nevada, the Institute began as a field studies program to mobilize University faculty, students, and volunteers in applied science and direct service to support national parks, forests, open spaces and public lands. Since then, for over two decades, GBI has supported over 7,000 conservationist serving hundreds of projects to realize positive environmental change across the western US. GBI has raised over 165MM for research, education, and service, making impactful contributions to serving the public and our public lands. GBI is based out of Reno, Nevada, with Satellite offices in Las Vegas, Nevada and South Lake Tahoe, CA. GBI is the recipient of the 2015 USFS’s “Regional Forester Award,” the Nevada Governor’s Points of Light Award in 2005 and was named “Outstanding Non-government Organization” by Environmental Leadership in 2001.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Great Basin Institute (GBI) is a dynamic, interdisciplinary field studies organization dedicated to promoting environmental research, education, and conservation throughout the West. The Nevada Conservation Corps (NCC), a program within the GBI, launched in 1999 with the goal of harnessing the energy and idealism of youth to meet the needs of our public lands and communities through habitat restoration, invasive species control, forestry, trail building, and community conservation events. With our AmeriCorps grant we have been able to provide that experience to thousands of members, NCC provides valuable training and workforce development opportunities for staff and corps members who seek careers in natural resource management.

The NCC is seeking Staff Crew Leaders to lead Conservation Crews on projects on public lands in some of Nevada and California’s most beautiful locales. You will coordinate with GBI staff, agency partners, and collaborate with peers to see that project goals are accomplished safely and efficiently. Work will address critical conservation needs with project partners at the U.S. Forest Service, National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, among many other local, county, state, private, and nonprofit organizations.

Training:

• Optional Training & Education we will provide include:
• Defensive Driving Certification
• Off-Road Driving Class
• Native Plant Identification
• Invasive Plant Identification
• Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Location:

This position is based out of Great Basin Institute's Reno and Las Vegas NV field stations. Crews will travel throughout the region to complete projects from their assigned field station. Generally leaders are assigned to one field station for the duration of the field season. However, leaders do have the opportunity to move between Reno and Las Vegas depending on season.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The overall nature of the position is sedentary, requiring little physical effort and occasional light exertion. There is occasional exposure to environmental conditions such as heat, cold, and temperature changes.

Nevada Conservation Corps (NCC), a Program of The Great Basin Institute:

Established in 1999 as a federally-funded AmeriCorps program, NCC is a vital component of the Great Basin Institute's efforts in conservation. This 21st-century service corps harnesses the enthusiasm and dedication of youth and volunteers for resource management, focusing on land restoration and conservation internships. NCC offers extensive professional development opportunities for those seeking careers in conservation and land management. Celebrating diversity, the NCC assembles members and staff from varied backgrounds to effectively address the needs of Nevada's public lands and communities. It provides a platform for students and emerging professionals to make impactful contributions to the preservation of Nevada’s natural heritage, while also gaining invaluable experience in the field of natural resource management.

The Great Basin Institute (GBI):

Founded in 1998 at the University of Nevada, the Great Basin Institute is a leading interdisciplinary field studies organization, fostering environmental research, education, and service throughout the West. GBI specializes in applied research to support science-based management of public lands and is fervently committed to the promotion of scientific understanding through its field studies, conservation efforts, and public outreach. GBI is home to numerous influential programs, including the Nevada Conservation Corps, International Conservation Volunteer Exchange, Research Associate Program, Cultural Resource Program, Basin & Range Forestry, NEPA Services, Ecological Monitoring Program, and oversees visitor centers at Taylor Creek, Galena Creek, and the Tallac Historic Site, thereby expanding its reach and impact in safeguarding the region's natural and cultural heritage.

Disclaimer: Although the Company has attempted to accurately and thoroughly describe this position, the Company reserves the right to change the same, including to change, add to or subtract from the duties outlined, within the sole discretion of the Company, at any time, with or without advance notice.

JOB DUTIES

Essential functions and duties will include:

• Lead field crews and manage logistics during training and while working on conservation projects
• Accurately collect data and prepare for submission to agency partners
• Responsible for the safety of crew and general public
• Ensure projects are complete to the highest standards