Spring Crew Member

~ Nevada Conservation Corps harnesses the energy and idealism of youth to meet the needs of Nevada's public lands and communities.  ~

 As a federally-funded AmeriCorps program, the NCC promotes ecological literacy through field research and direct conservation service. By uniting resources from federal, state, and county agencies, the NCC provides young professionals the opportunity to make meaningful contributions toward protecting and conserving Nevada's natural heritage while gaining valuable work experience in the conservation field.

Position Overview

As a NCC crew member, you will live and work in some of Nevada's premiere outdoor recreation and wilderness areas. Project work for the spring may include constructing new recreation trails, improving and restoring critical wildlife habitat, and/or restoration of stream and riparian environments.

Led by a Crew Leader who has passed through the NCC's extensive Leadership Development Program, you will work alongside other members from across the country who share a common passion for conservation and the outdoors. The NCC strives to contribute real and meaningful improvements to Nevada's public lands, and as such our crew related work focuses on on-the-ground implementation of conservation projects. 

Note: Please apply before January 31st, 2015. The timeline for this crew is from Feb 16 through May 11, 2015. 

Responsibilities

• As a member you will be in the field, swinging tools, planting plants, and getting your hands dirty every day of service.
• The NCC is looking for members that understand the value of hard work and are ready to get in the field and get things done.
• To facilitate a safe and successful conservation experience, the NCC puts all members through an extensive, week-long orientation where they receive training in technical skills related to trail building and land restoration practices, and also obtain certifications in Leave No Trace ethics and CPR/First Aid.
• Spring members will participate in orientation from February 16th to February 20th, 2015.
• In addition to orientation, NCC staff and leaders offer continuing on-the-job training to improve members technical and soft skills, and facilitate learning modules to educate members about the work we do and the areas we serve.
• The NCC also organizes educational opportunities with agency project partners and industry professionals, providing members with an inside look at the management strategies and technical research behind our project work.
• Spring members will be based out of GBI's Mojave Field Station located in Las Vegas, Nevada.
• Schedules will be dictated by project requirements and site location.
• Crews may be assigned to a variety of projects throughout the season, and the schedule may fluctuate between 4- and 8-day tours.
• While on tour, you will camp at the project site, sharing in campsite responsibilities, cooking meals with fellow crew members, and participating in group discussions and learning activities around the campfire.
• This shared responsibility and crew bonding is an important part of NCC member development strategy, and has contributed not only to the success of the program, but also to the formation of friendships and a passion for conservation work that last long after members finish their service.

Qualifications

• Possess the desire and drive to perform meaningful conservation work on a variety of projects throughout southern Nevada.
• Must maintain a positive and professional attitude at all times while providing service.
• Be able to communicate effectively with members, crew leaders, NCC staff, and project partners.
• Possess the willingness and ability to work and camp up to seven nights in a row, in a wilderness setting, in all weather conditions, without formal restroom facilities or running water.
• Be able to lift 25lbs continuously and 50lbs occasionally.
• Be over 17 years of age.
• Be a US citizen.
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be eligible to receive an AmeriCorps Education Award (limit of four in a lifetime or the equivalent of two full-time education awards.)
• All position offers are conditional upon completion of an acceptable check of the National Sex Offender Public Registry and federal criminal background check.

Compensation: This is an AmeriCorps position. Selected candidates will receive a living stipend of $3,500 for the season. This is not an hourly wage or salary, and is paid to members every two weeks throughout their term of service. Members also receive a food per-diem while on project at a rate of $7.25 a day.

Upon completion of AmeriCorps service, members are eligible to receive an education award in the amount of $1,493 that can be used to pay off qualified student loans or to pay tuition at a Title IV accredited college.

• The NCC does not provide housing nor sign leases, but can assist with identifying housing options in your area of service.

To Apply

Qualified and interested applicants should click "Apply Now Online!" to email a cover letter, résumé, and a list of 3 professional references to Jason Behrens, HR and Compliance Assistant.

Upon receipt, a representative from the NCC program will contact you for the next steps in the application process. All questions related to the interview and selection process may be sent to Jason.

These AmeriCorps positions are made possible by a generous grant from the Nevada Commission for National and Community Service.

~ This program prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. ~