Project Leader - Outdoor Conservation Crew

Student Conservation Association; DuBois (Clearfield County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Student Conservation Association in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) seeks outgoing individuals to join the Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps as Project Leaders for the 2027 field season. Project Leaders train, supervise, and administer a crew of four young adults as they work on conservation projects, career development, and environmental education.

This is a Full-Time contract position working at various sites in the Dubois region,

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of leadership, teaching, or supervisory experience
• Must be able to meet SCA’s criminal background check standards
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Must have the ability to legally work in the US
• Must have a valid driver’s license for 3+ years and MVR that meets SCA standards

Responsibilities

• Crew Supervision: Manage the overall flow of the day and keep crew members on task; conduct safety briefings and project debriefings; oversee training of members in conservation work.
• Mentoring and Coaching: Mentor personal and professional development; monitor crew dynamics; encourage job shadows, networking, and professional development.
• Project Management: Coordinate crew project schedule with agency partners; conduct site visits; monitor progress and report to partners; adapt plans as needed; coordinate environmental education opportunities.
• Program Administration: Track expenses and receipts; maintain hitch reports; manage attendance and timecards; coordinate overnight hitches and trainings; manage crew vehicle.
• Marginal Responsibilities: Maintain crew gear and PPE; restock supplies and run errands as needed.

Job description

The Student Conservation Association in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) seeks outgoing individuals to join the Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps as Project Leaders for the 2027 field season. Project Leaders train, supervise, and administer a crew of four young adults as they work on conservation projects, career development, and environmental education.

This is a Full-Time contract position working at various sites in the Dubois region,