Job Type: AmeriCorps

Salary Details: $1,550 per month stipend + AmeriCorps Education Award

Required Experience: 0 – 1 years

Term Dates: 09/13/2021 – 05/27/2022

See full job and application details at https://www.conservationjobboard.com/job-listing-conservation–disaster-crew-member-austin-texas/3103732337

Travel the Lone Star State and improve the region’s parks, trails, and public lands on a Conservation & Disaster Crew!

TxCC’s Conservation & Disaster Crews are an AmeriCorps opportunity for young adults interested in working outdoors. Crews will spend their season completing a variety of conservation projects throughout the region. Projects may include trail construction & improvement, habitat restoration, invasive plant removal, wildland fuel reduction, and more! Crews also remain on call to help communities impacted by natural disasters!

As a Conservation & Disaster Crew Member, you will have the opportunity to grow your conservation skills through your term with TxCC. All you need to be a member with TxCC is a positive attitude and willingness to work within a diverse crew!

Term Dates: 09/13/2021 – 05/27/2022

Job Duties

  • Constructing & maintaining trails
  • Erosion control
  • Construction & upkeep of public land features
  • Remove invasive plant species
  • Wildland fuel reduction
  • Habitat restoration projects
  • Maintaining vehicles, tools, and equipment
  • Camp for up to 10 days at a time
  • Assist with camp duties such as cooking & dishes

Benefits

  • $1,550 per month stipend
  • AmeriCorps Education Award
  • Non-private student loan deferment
  • Wilderness First Aid & CPR Certification
  • FEMA Certifications
  • Technical & fundamental skills training
  • Health insurance
  • Travel & camping opportunities
  • Opportunity to network with partner agencies such as the National Park Service, US Forest Service, and Texas Parks & Wildlife

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Between the ages of 18-28
  • US Citizenship or lawful permanent US Resident
  • Ability to pass a National Service Criminal History Check
  • Ability to hike 3-10 miles per day in rugged terrain, while carrying tools
  • Ability to work outdoors in all weather types while doing hard, often repetitive, labor with hand & power tools
  • Ability to be away on overnight trips for up to 10 days at a time
  • Ability to work with a diverse group of people
  • Commitment to complete the entire term of service

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in learning more about our opportunities or you are ready to apply, please visit our website. Our online application is the only thing needed to start your interview process.

If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to jointxcc@americanyouthworks.org or 512.744.1900 ext. 1313.

We look forward to seeing your application soon!