Youth Program Coordinator

Montana Conservation Corps; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (MCC pays 75% for an…

Vacation accrual

6 days annual sick leave

5 paid holidays

2 floating holidays

Pro deals

Job summary

Montana Conservation Corps seeks a Youth Program Coordinator to support the MCC Youth Program from Bozeman or Kalispell. This seasonal, 8-month role combines administrative work, logistics, and direct field support with regular 2–3 day site visits to remote worksites.

Responsibilities include admissions, gear management, data tracking, and mentoring AmeriCorps Youth Leaders, with a fit for candidates who enjoy outdoor settings and travel. Position is seasonal full-time with overtime eligibility.

Qualifications

• Two years of college or military experience or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum age of 21.
• Experience leading teams or youth programs is preferred.
• Experience working with teens in outdoor or youth-development settings.
• Strong written and verbal communication with attention to detail.
• Proficient with Google Suite, Salesforce, and collaboration tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Criminal History Check required.
• Driver’s license and ability to pass MV/MVR checks.
• Wilderness First-Aid/CPR certification; MCC can provide training on hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct youth interviews, process applications, and track onboarding paperwork.
• Maintain daily communication with applicants and families via phone and email.
• Coordinate virtual orientations for parents/guardians about logistics, gear, and safety.
• Represent MCC at career fairs and school events for statewide youth recruitment.
• Organize gear caches and manage field gear checkout/check-in workflows.
• Oversee vehicle fleet maintenance and safety logs with the Youth Program Manager.
• Track youth timesheets, field visit evaluations, and curriculum completion.
• Support the Leadership Development Program and statewide trainings.
• Provide supervision and coaching to AmeriCorps Youth Leaders and crews.

Skills

Leadership

Youth engagement

Communication

Independent work

Teamwork

Trail knowledge

Education

Two years college or military experience

Tools

Google Suite

Salesforce

Collaboration tools

Job description

Position Overview

Based out of Bozeman or Kalispell, the Youth Program Coordinator (YPC) is a seasonal, 8-month position supporting MCC’s Youth Program. Reporting to the Youth Program Manager, the role balances administrative systems, logistical preparation, and direct field support.

During the winter and spring, the YPC manages youth admissions, conducts school and youth outreach, organizes gear caches, and helps lead the 5-week Youth Program Leader training. As the summer field season peaks, the position transitions into an active logistical and mentoring resource—tracking participant data, supporting AmeriCorps Youth Leaders and youth participants, and maintaining clear communication across MCC offices, project partners, and crews. Crucially, this role requires conducting routine 2–3 day site visits that involve traveling to remote worksites and camping overnight with crews, with extended field time or emergency leader coverage required as needed.

Location: Bozeman or Kalispell, MT

Position Dates: 01/11/2027 - 08/27/2027

Wage: $23 per hour

Classification: Seasonal Full Time

Status: Non-Exempt (overtime eligible)

Benefits: Health Insurance (MCC pays 75% for an individual / 50% for a family); vacation accrual, 6 days annual sick leave, 5 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, pro deals

Apply Here: https://www.mtcorps.org/about-us/careers/

Interviews will take place in early December!

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Admissions & Enrollment

Conduct Corps-to-Career youth interviews and process, review, and track candidate applications, medical review forms, and onboarding paperwork.

Own day-to-day communication with program applicants and parents/guardians, providing professional, timely responses to inquiries via phone and email.

Support the YPM in executing virtual parent/guardian orientations, ensuring families have clear expectations regarding program logistics, gear requirements, and safety.

Coordinate and represent MCC at career fairs, community events, and school visits to support statewide youth recruitment.

Field Logistics & Fleet Management

Organize and maintain regional gear and tool cache inventory systems, executing efficient checkout/check-in workflows for departing and returning crews.

Manage vehicle fleet maintenance—including tracking service schedules, coordinating repairs, and auditing safety logs—in close coordination with the YPM.

Execute food logistics and tool coordination

Project Coordination & Data Tracking

Coordinate directly with project partners to collect information for Project Information Sheets.

Maintain internal tracking systems to ensure accurate, timely reporting of youth timesheets, field visit evaluations, educational curriculum completion, and project accomplishments.

Collect and organize written and photographic documentation of crew service work to support grant reporting and marketing efforts.

Training Support & Supervision

Assist the YPM in delivering the five-week Leadership Development Program, facilitating training modules and traveling to support statewide trainings between regions.

Conduct regular field visits to youth crews, providing supervision, technical guidance, and programmatic support to AmeriCorps Youth Leaders.

Provide feedback and coaching to leaders regarding crew dynamics, participant wellness, and the implementation of program curricula.

Participate in a shared summer emergency on-call rotation, providing logistical and emotional support to field crews during incidents.

Attend MCC statewide trainings

This position description is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All Montana Conservation Corps positions may be required to perform duties beyond those listed.

Qualifications & Skills:

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

At least two years of college or military experience, or equivalent work experience

Minimum age of 21

Previous leadership experience, skills, or training

Previous experience working with teens in a youth development or outdoor setting

Effective written and oral communication skills, with strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Proficient with Google Suite, Salesforce, and collaboration tools

Ability to work independently and as a part of a team

Relevant technical skills including trail maintenance and construction, fencing, habitat restoration, and other natural resource work.

Ability to pass a Criminal History Check

A valid driver’s license, ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check and drive a company vehicle

Current Wilderness First-Aid/CPR certification (MCC can provide training upon hire)

This position will require overnight travel and non-traditional work hours, including some evenings and weekends, and tent camping for up to 9-days at a time.

May be required to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted and to hike up to 12 miles per day in rugged terrain.