Urban & Community Forestry Crew Member

AmeriCorps; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education award upon completion

Living allowance

Training

Job summary

A nationwide service organization is seeking Urban & Community Forestry Crew Members in Eugene, Oregon. Participants, aged 19-26, will engage in projects that enhance urban forests, such as tree planting and invasive plant management. The role requires teamwork and the ability to work outdoors in various conditions. Crew members will receive an education award and living allowance upon successful completion of the program. Full-time commitment is required from 02/16/2026 to 12/18/2026.

Qualifications

• Be between 19 and 26 years of age.
• Commit to the full duration of the program from 02/16/2026 to 12/18/2026.
• Engage in physical outdoor work with a focus on teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist in urban forest health projects under supervision.
• Work toward completing projects on time and following safety protocols.
• Collaborate closely with program staff and peers.
• Contribute to projects for Forest Service, BLM, and Bureau of Reclamation.
• Assist with bridges, kiosks, restoration, fuels reduction, GIS mapping and surveys.

Skills

Teamwork

General skills

First aid

Conflict resolution

Education

Conflict resolution

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Job Overview

Help create robust urban forests that reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions and improve public health and well-being. Northwest Youth Corps is seeking young people aged 19‑26 interested in a job‑training and educational opportunity, working outdoors while making a positive impact on our urban forests. Work completed by this crew will help develop the urban tree canopy in areas deemed underserved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Urban and Community Forestry (UCF) crew members will work with 4 other members and 1 crew leader to complete urban forest health projects throughout the local area. Experienced field staff provide training and education on urban forestry projects such as tree planting and maintenance, wildfire protection, invasive plant management, and tree surveying. The work is physical and rigorous. Crews work in all weather and terrain and use a variety of hand and power tools in primarily urban areas. A key focus is building leadership and cooperation within the team. Prior experience is not necessary; all training is provided, but maturity, teamwork, and openness to new challenges are vital.

Member Duties

• Crew Members are part of a four‑person crew led by one staff member.
• They are responsible for the safe completion of assigned projects promptly to predetermined specifications under the direction of their Crew Leader.
• Participants work closely with program staff and other participants, paying specific attention to safe workplace practices, proper tool use, work quality, and efficiency.
• They will work on high‑priority conservation projects for land management partners such as the Forest Service, BLM, and Bureau of Reclamation.
• Some crews may focus on the construction of bridges and kiosks, while others focus on the restoration of at‑risk landscapes and watersheds. Other projects may include fuels reduction or GIS mapping and surveys.

Program Benefits

• Education award upon successful completion of service
• Living allowance
• Training

Terms

• Car recommended.
• Uniforms provided and required.

Service Areas

Environment

Skills

• General skills
• Teamwork
• Education
• Environment
• First aid
• Conflict resolution

Program Details

• Program Type: AmeriCorps State / National
• Program: Urban & Community Forestry Crew Member
• Program Start/End Date: 02/16/2026 - 12/18/2026
• Work Schedule: Full Time
• Education Level: High school diploma/GED
• Age Requirement: Minimum 19, Maximum 26
• Program Locations: IDAHO, OREGON, WASHINGTON - Seattle, Tacoma, Bremerton
• Languages: English
• Accepting Applications: From 01/22/2026 To 09/21/2026
• To Apply: Phone [phone], E‑mail [e-mail]
• Website: https://nwyouthcorps.workbrightats.com/pages/opportunitiesbycategory/
• Contact: Jason Fisher, 2621 Augusta St, Eugene OR 97403, Phone: [phone], E‑mail: [e-mail], Website: https://www.nwyouthcorps.org/