Outdoor Field Crew Leader (AmeriCorps)

Conservation Corps; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Training & certifications

Gear lending library

Employee Assistance Program

Childcare assistance

Student loan forbearance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa (CCMI) is seeking AmeriCorps Field Crew Leaders and Members for Springfield, MO. Positions run Jan–Dec 2027 with 1700 service hours and an education award of $7,395. Living allowance is $2,500/mo for Crew Leaders and $2,400/mo for Crew Members, pre-tax.

Projects focus on habitat restoration, stream stabilization, and related conservation work. Crews of 4-5 members are led by Crew Leaders and supported by Regional Managers.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and adapt to changing plans, work, and project needs.
• Ability and desire to work well with others in a team setting, outdoors and in all weather conditions.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate week-long out of town assignments and emergency response.
• Commitment to upholding the CCMI mission.

Responsibilities

• Complete natural resources service projects in cooperation with fellow members safely, effectively and efficiently and to the satisfaction and specifications of the project host.
• Abide by Corps program safety regulations as well as applicable federal/state/municipal law and OSHA requirements; communicate any safety concerns and incidents.
• Commit to completing the entire service term per the start and end dates listed on the Member Service Agreement.
• Positive attitude, desire to learn new skills, interest in community service; represent Conservation Corps in positive manner in public.
• Complete and approve timecards and other required reports and paperwork in timely manner.

Skills

Willingness to learn and adapt

Teamwork

Outdoor work tolerance

Leadership potential

Education

High school degree or GED

Job description

Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa (CCMI) is seeking AmeriCorps Field Crew Leaders and Members for Springfield, MO. Positions run Jan–Dec 2027 with 1700 service hours and an education award of $7,395. Living allowance is $2,500/mo for Crew Leaders and $2,400/mo for Crew Members, pre-tax.

Projects focus on habitat restoration, stream stabilization, and related conservation work. Crews of 4-5 members are led by Crew Leaders and supported by Regional Managers.