Temporary NRC Supervisor

Conservation-Corps-North-Bay-1; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick time accrual

Job summary

Conservation Corps North Bay seeks a Temporary Natural Resources Supervisor I to lead a crew of 6-8 corpsmembers in habitat restoration, fire fuel reduction, creek maintenance and trail work. You will supervise, train, and evaluate workers while maintaining safety standards and project quality.

The role emphasizes community service, teamwork, and development of participants in a fast-paced, outdoors environment. A strong service ethic and ability to mentor diverse youth are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in operating trucks and trailers.
• Experience with hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of conservation practices.
• Ability to perform strenuous work in adverse weather conditions.
• First Aid and CPR certification or ability to obtain within 2 months of employment.
• Clean DMV record and ability to pass CCNB’s driving exam.
• Education: Associate’s degree or vocational training in natural resource fields.
• Experience serving and volunteering in the community.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a crew of 6-8 Natural Resources Corpsmembers, guiding personal and professional development.
• Provide training on tool use, teamwork, leadership, and workplace communication.
• Maintain safety procedures and document performance evaluations.
• Lead field projects such as habitat restoration, fuel reduction, creek maintenance, and trail work.
• Track hours daily and document project accomplishments.
• Resolve conflicts and mentor diverse team members.

Skills

Supervise and motivate youth

Conflict resolution

Project management

Team leadership

Safety training

Education

Associate's degree or vocational training in natural resource management, environmental studies, ecology, earth sciences, sustainability, or education

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTIONTitle: Natural Resources Supervisor I (Temporary)Department: Natural ResourcesReports to: NRC Site ManagerLocation: Santa Rosa, CAFLSA Status: Temporary, Full-time, Non-Exempt from Wage and Hour LawsRole with Agency: SupervisoryDirectly Supervises: 6-8 Natural Resources CorpsmembersAccountability Indices: Satisfactory completion of responsibilitiesPosition Duration: September 2026 – December 15, 2026SUMMARYThe Temporary Natural Resources Supervisor I will make significant contributions to providing a positive work environment that values diversity and fosters a commitment to teamwork and learning. This position is responsible for supporting and/or leading field projects, safety and training of corpsmembers, and updating the Natural Resources Site Manager on corpsmember and project progress. This position will help lead a crew of 6-8 young adults to successfully complete natural resource projects, including habitat restoration, fire fuel reduction, creek maintenance, invasive species removal, and trail construction/maintenance. Duties within corpsmember supervision and project management are as follows:Corpsmember Supervision includes:Facilitating personal and professional developmentSupporting educational goals.Providing training, including tool use, teamwork, leadership skills, and workplace communication.Developing proper work habits.Providing quarterly evaluations.Taking action to resolve inappropriate behavior and personnel issues.Documenting performance and learning accomplishments.Ensure that all safety procedures are followed.Project Management includes:Conducting projects in a safe manner.Leading crew to a level of productivity and quality that meets the expectations of CCNB and clients.Providing project-specific training.Ensuring that all equipment is properly cared for.Tracking work hours on a daily basis.Documenting project accomplishments.QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCETo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Experience in the operation of trucks and trailers.Experience with hand and power tools.Knowledge of conservation practices.Ability to do strenuous work in adverse weather conditions.Desire to work in a fast-paced and diverse environment.Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification, or ability to obtain within 2 months of employment.Clean DMV record, with ability to pass CCNB’s driving exam.Associate’s degree or vocational training in natural resource management, environmental studies, ecology, earth sciences, sustainability, or educationExperience serving and volunteering in the community. Must possess a strong service ethic and be able to instill this ethic into team members.Preferred qualifications:Demonstrated ability to resolve conflict and mediate disputes in a positive fashion.Demonstrated experience supervising and motivating young adults from diverse social, economic, and educational backgrounds enrolled in a job-training program.Experience in youth development, project management, and the implementation of natural resources projects.Spanish language skills is a plusPHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands and work environment 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 individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The Temporary Natural Resources Supervisor I works outdoors around equipment and machinery, walking on uneven ground and steep hillsides, with exposure to excessive noise, fumes and extremes in temperature. They may be expected to lift and move objects weighing up to 75 lbs. and carry objects for at least one mile. This position frequently uses special visual and auditory protective equipment. While performing the duties of this position, the Natural Resources Supervisor I is required to walk and stand; sit and bend; squat and climb; kneel and twist; to talk or hear. They use hands to perform simple and power grasping, and fine manipulation; to push and pull.COMPENSATION AND BENEFITSThe Natural Resources Supervisor I (Temporary) position is an hourly, non-exempt position. Starting pay for this position is $23.75-$24.25 per hour ($24.75 with Spanish Proficiency) depending on experience. This position accrues sick time.TO APPLYPlease submit your Cover Letter and Resume to [e-mail]. Please include “Sonoma Natural Resources Supervisor I (Temporary)” in the subject line.Conservation Corps North Bay (CCNB) is an Equal Opportunity Employer