Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps Youth Crew Leader
Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps
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Term length
6/8/2025 - 8/12/2025
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12/1/2024 - 2/1/2025
Location
Multiple Locations, Pennsylvania
Hourly pay equivalent
$19.38
Project summary
The Student Conservation Association, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), is seeking field leaders (age 21+) to supervise and train high-school-aged students through the completion of hands-on conservation and infrastructure projects on Pennsylvania's public lands.
Opportunity description
Throughout the season, leaders will ensure the safety of their crews, supervise project work, facilitate team-building, maintain professional communication with partners, and complete administrative and reporting duties related to the role. Opportunities for Youth Crew Leaders are available in Altoona, Chambersburg, Erie, Greensburg, Harrisburg, Lancaster, Lock Haven, Meadville, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Reading, Ridgway, Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, Wellsboro, Williamsport, and York, Pennsylvania.
Benefits
- Crew vehicles provided for transporting the team to and from worksites for the full duration of the field season
- paid trainings
- career-development opportunities
Requirements and qualifications
Requirements
Must be age 21 or older. Valid Driver's License and ability to pass SCA Motor Vehicle Record Check, which requires 3 years of clean driving record. Current PA Clearances for working with underage individuals. Current CPR/First Aid certification. Experience working with youth or young adults. Local housing and reliable transportation. Availability for the full duration of the program. Successful completion of SCA Field Leader Training.
Preferred qualifications
One year of teaching and/or youth mentorship experience. Ability to work independently in outdoor environments while managing a small team.
Opportunity details
Focus area
- Natural resource preservation and conservation
- Outdoor recreation access improvements
- Trail Maintenance
- Infrastructure Improvements
- Visitor Service Improvements
- Invasive Species Management
Work environment
- Team based
- Outdoor