PA Outdoor Corps Crew Member — AmeriCorps (Field Service)

Student Conservation Association; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision benefits

AmeriCorps Orientation

Education Award after program

Job summary

The Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps program by the Student Conservation Association offers paid service experience on public lands in Pennsylvania. Crew members work 40 hours per week on conservation projects, with a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork, and professional development.

Participants gain hands-on field skills, participate in trainings, networking, and resume-building activities while supporting infrastructure, trail, and habitat projects across various state parks and forests in the

Qualifications

• Ages 18-25 at start of the program.
• Must have housing in or near the program city (45 minutes or less).
• Reliable transportation to and from crew meeting location.
• Must be a resident of Pennsylvania.
• Available for the entire service term – 1200 service hours.
• Willing/able to complete overnight hitches during the season (3–5 days away).
• Field-based outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform conservation and infrastructure projects on Pennsylvania lands.
• Engage in trail maintenance, habitat restoration, and fencing work.
• Support coordination of transportation, safety protocols, and supplies.
• Participate in professional development activities and safety trainings.
• Contribute to project planning and environmental education activities.

Skills

Teamwork

Outdoor service

Leadership development

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

The Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps program by the Student Conservation Association offers paid service experience on public lands in Pennsylvania. Crew members work 40 hours per week on conservation projects, with a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork, and professional development.

Participants gain hands-on field skills, participate in trainings, networking, and resume-building activities while supporting infrastructure, trail, and habitat projects across various state parks and forests in the