Project Manager

Compensation: This position has an annualized salary range $64,000 – $70,000, dependent on experience. 

• Provide leadership and support as needed for projects based out of the Coachella Valley base location including (forestry/chainsaw, trails, and/or restoration/herbicide).
• Work with the Associate Director of Operations and Division Director to develop aspects of the PW budget relevant to the Coachella Valley base location.
• In collaboration with the Division Director and Associate Director of Operations, serve as the point of contact for project partners while working to develop the scopes of work, budgets, itineraries, and other project planning details and documents needed to successfully solicit, bid, prepare for, complete, and report on a conservation field projects.
• Reply to RFPs and other solicitations as needed.
• Conduct field site visits and partnership meetings.
• Collaborate with the Associate Director of Operations to schedule projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate. BA/BS degree from an accredited college/university preferred but not required.
• 2-5 years of experience working in field conservation positions, with 2-4 years serving in a leadership role, preferably within a Conservation Corps.
• Current Wilderness First Aid or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire, (WFR preferred and in some cases may be required), CPR, and BBP certification.
• Possess and maintain skills and certifications in a wide variety of conservation/environmental operations, including advanced skills and certifications in the designated area of expertise.
• Extensive experience and demonstrable knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and techniques used in a wide variety of conservation field work including environmental restoration, trail construction and maintenance, and other conservation tasks.
• Ability to develop systems and processes to minimize risks and hazards and to prevent, analyze and resolve safety issues; possess knowledge of safety procedures as applied to field operations and experience in encouraging and enforcing compliance with safety policies.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, rules, and policies governing field operations in environmentally sensitive areas.
• Strong organizational and communication skills and experience leading, training and motivating multiple subordinates with competing priorities in a safe, organized and professional manner.
• Working knowledge of young adult development, team-building and motivational techniques.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of heavy manual labor, for extended periods of time, often under adverse weather conditions and in various climates.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.
• Ability to understand and follow ACE systems and processes including key responsibilities of Project Managers and Crew Leaders.
• Must maintain a positive, constructive work environment conducive to effective team dynamics and team performance.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members, partner agency staff, and the general public.
• Ability to adapt to dynamic work environments and conditions that can change frequently, and handle concurrent operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be flexible and possess a high work ethic.
• Adhere to ACE safety policies and procedures.
• Foster an environment that is anti-bullying, anti-harassment and anti-discrimination.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record.
• Proficient in English.
• Ability to pass a federal criminal background check.
• Willing to abide by ACE Policy and Federal Drug Free workplace policies and laws. ACE reserves the right to drug test at any time.

• Physical Demands: Requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, hiking, carrying, using hands to handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms, talks and hears. Manual dexterity required for use of hand and power tools, computer keyboard/mouse and other office equipment. Required to stoop, kneel, climb stairs, and/or crouch. Ability to hike over rough terrain, and camp overnight under field conditions.
• Vision Requirements: Requires close, distance, peripheral and depth perception vision as well as the ability to focus.
• Weight Lifted or Force Exerted: Frequently lifts up to 50 lbs., ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Environmental: Outdoor and indoor conditions. Work environment conditions can change frequently; working under adverse weather conditions and in various climates.
• Noise Environment: Moderate to high noise such gas-powered chainsaws and other hand and power tools.
• Travel: This position requires domestic travel. 

Conservation Crew Leader 

Compensation: Starting hourly pay of $17.75 – $19.00 hour (depending on experience) for 40 hours/week + overtime if applicable

Job Title: Conservation Crew Leader

Location: This position is based out of one of ACE’s three base locations in California: Sacramento, Ridgecrest, or Coachella Valley. Field projects will take place on public lands throughout California and the Pacific West region.

Department/Division: CREW, Pacific West 

Status: Regular Full-Time (Non-Exempt)

Reports To: Project Manager

Schedule/Hours: Full-time. Flexible Schedule with varying shifts; 40 hours/week with additional hours as needed. Typical schedules are either four, 10-hour days/3 days off or eight, 10 hour-days/6 days off.

Travel: Yes, extensive regional travel required.

Start Date: Open Until filled

Position Description & Apply 

Position Summary:

Develop your field leadership and conservation skills leading a group of motivated young adults on a wide range of natural resource management projects throughout public lands in the state of California and all of the Pacific West region. Field projects range in location from California’s coastal ranges to the Mojave Desert to the Sierra Nevada and include fuels reduction and thinning, invasive species treatment, trail construction and maintenance, native plant restoration and more.

As the primary front-line staff of the ACE Pacific West Field Operations Team, Crew Leaders lead diverse teams of young adults in completion of environmental conservation and restoration projects. Crew Leaders train and lead crew members in conservation work skills, basic environmental education, and outdoor living skills, and engage their crews in environmental work projects that address critical land management and environmental needs. Work is almost exclusively outdoors, involves strenuous physical labor in all weather conditions and climates, and typically involves “spike” camping for several days at a time in remote wilderness locations. The position requires extensive travel to public lands across the Pacific West and may sometimes involve working for other ACE offices/locations for temporary periods. All Crew Leaders receive a minimum of one week of intensive training with additional on-site supervision and training from skilled ACE and agency partner staff throughout their tenure with possible additional advanced trainings in chainsaw skills, trail construction, griphoist and rigging, wilderness first aid, restoration and more.

• Lead, train, and supervise a conservation corps team during conservation work projects, which may include: constructing and maintaining trails, constructing and maintaining fences and outdoor facilities, restoring wildlife habitat, maintaining public parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas, planting trees, conducting native plant revegetation, eradicating exotic/invasive plant species, surveying, conducting ecological testing and monitoring, mapping and monitoring using GPS technology, wildfire restoration, and restoring forest health and reducing wildfire risk through tree thinning using powered equipment.
• Arrange environmental education activities and opportunities and help inspire the next generation of conservation and public lands stewards.
• Support, coach, mentor and supervise members in both technical and interpersonal professional development.
• Hike, backpack, camp and cook outdoors while at front country and wilderness spike camps.

• Accurately complete project field paperwork including weekly reports, safety sheets, incident reports, end-of-week checklists, feedback forms and others as necessary.

• Arrange details of transportation, tools, equipment, camp/field living arrangements, field communication, and work project completion. Responsible for leading rig-up and de-rig before and after a project. Serves as primary transport for crew to worksites and camp during projects.
• Maintain and repair hand and power tools and other equipment as necessary.
• Responsible for enforcing the use of appropriate safety procedures in all tasks.
• Manage and replace items as needed in the cook set, first aid kit, and personal protective equipment (PPE) set.
• Safely transport crew and equipment in ACE vehicles with trailers.

• Collaborate and communicate with ACE Project Managers and project partners to ensure that ACE crews safely complete the highest quality of work and achieve established project outcomes.
• Foster a culture and environment that positions ACE for success and ensures that ACE is the program of choice for partners, members and staff.
• Other duties as assigned; Responsibilities and tasks outlined are not exhaustive and may change as determined by ACE.

• 6 months – 1 year of experience working in field conservation positions, preferably within a Conservation Corps and with a record of advancement to assistant leadership or leadership positions.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate. BA/BS degree from an accredited college/university preferred.
• Experience in field work performing environmental restoration, trail construction and maintenance, and other conservation tasks.
• Experience leading, training, and supervising teams of diverse individuals.
• Ability to drive vehicles/trucks and trailers in a variety of road conditions.
• Knowledge of environmental conservation skills, basic environmental education, and outdoor living/camping skills.
• Experience performing a wide variety of heavy manual labor for extended periods of time, often under adverse conditions and in various climates.
• Ability to lead, train and supervise a team.
• Ability to camp on a project for two to four weeks at a time.
• Working knowledge of young adult development, team-building and motivational techniques.
• Experience serving as a positive role model and mentor for team members.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of heavy manual labor for extended periods of time, and often under adverse weather conditions and in various climates.
• Ability to adapt to the surrounding work environment and conditions that can change frequently.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Corps members, partner agency staff, and the general public.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to understand and follow ACE systems and processes including supervisor key responsibilities.
• Ability to receive and provide constructive feedback.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.
• Must secure First aid/CPR certification within 14 days of employment and maintain certification.
• Must maintain a positive, constructive work environment conducive to team dynamics including timely, effective communication with project partners, supervisors, and crew members.
• Commitment to ACE’s mission of public service through youth development and volunteerism.
• A deep and continuing interest in the welfare and professional development of ACE participants.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Conservation Crew Leader – Backcountry Trails

Compensation: Starting hourly pay of $17.75 – $19.00 hour (depending on experience) for 40 hours/week + overtime if applicable

Location: This position is based out of one of ACE’s three base locations in California: Sacramento, Ridgecrest, or Coachella Valley. Field projects will take place on public lands throughout California and the Pacific West region.

Department/Division: Crew, Pacific West

Status: Regular Full-Time (Non-Exempt)

Reports To: Project Manager

Schedule/Hours: Full-time. Flexible Schedule with varying shifts; 40 hours/week with additional hours as needed. Typical schedules are either four, 10-hour days/3 days off or eight, 10 hour-days/6 days off.

Travel: Yes, extensive regional travel required.

Start Date: Open Until filled

Position Description & Apply

Position Summary:

Develop your crew leadership and conservation skills leading a group of motivated young adults on a wide range of natural resource management projects throughout public lands in the state of CA. ACE Pacific West is currently recruiting for Crew Leaders to lead crews on high elevation trail projects in the Sierra Nevada during the summer of 2024. Project locations include the Pacific Crest Trail, John Muir Trail, Sequioa-Kings Canyon National Park, Ansel Adams Wilderness, Desolation Wilderness, and more. We are looking for folks with backcountry experience (long-distance hikers, etc.) and trail construction/maintenance experience including crosscut saw work and dry stone masonry. ACE will consider permanent as well as seasonal hires for this position.

As the primary front-line staff of the ACE Pacific West Field Operations Team, Crew Leaders lead diverse teams of young adults in completion of environmental conservation and restoration projects. Crew Leaders train and lead crew members in conservation work skills, basic environmental education, and outdoor living skills, and engage their crews in environmental work projects that address critical land management and environmental needs. Work is almost exclusively outdoors, involves strenuous physical labor in all weather conditions and climates, and typically involves “spike” camping for several days at a time in remote wilderness locations. The position requires extensive travel to public lands across the Pacific West and may sometimes involve working for other ACE offices/locations for temporary periods. All Crew Leaders receive a minimum of one week of intensive training with additional on-site supervision and training from skilled ACE and agency partner staff throughout their tenure with possible additional advanced trainings in chainsaw skills, trail construction, griphoist and rigging, wilderness first aid, restoration and more.

• Lead, train, and supervise a conservation corps team during conservation work projects, which may include: constructing and maintaining trails, constructing and maintaining fences and outdoor facilities, restoring wildlife habitat, maintaining public parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas, planting trees, conducting native plant revegetation, eradicating exotic/invasive plant species, surveying, conducting ecological testing and monitoring, mapping and monitoring using GPS technology, wildfire restoration, and restoring forest health and reducing wildfire risk through tree thinning using powered equipment.
• Arrange environmental education activities and opportunities and help inspire the next generation of conservation and public lands stewards.
• Support, coach, mentor and supervise members in both technical and interpersonal professional development.
• Hike, backpack, camp and cook outdoors while at front country and wilderness spike camps.

• Accurately complete project field paperwork including weekly reports, safety sheets, incident reports, end-of-week checklists, feedback forms and others as necessary.

• Arrange details of transportation, tools, equipment, camp/field living arrangements, field communication, and work project completion. Responsible for leading rig-up and de-rig before and after a project. Serves as primary transport for crew to worksites and camp during projects.
• Maintain and repair hand and power tools and other equipment as necessary.
• Responsible for enforcing the use of appropriate safety procedures in all tasks.
• Manage and replace items as needed in the cook set, first aid kit, and personal protective equipment (PPE) set.
• Safely transport crew and equipment in ACE vehicles with trailers.

• Collaborate and communicate with ACE Project Managers and project partners to ensure that ACE crews safely complete the highest quality of work and achieve established project outcomes.
• Foster a culture and environment that positions ACE for success and ensures that ACE is the program of choice for partners, members and staff.
• Other duties as assigned; Responsibilities and tasks outlined are not exhaustive and may change as determined by ACE.

• 6 months – 1 year of experience working in field conservation positions, preferably within a Conservation Corps and with a record of advancement to assistant leadership or leadership positions.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate. BA/BS degree from an accredited college/university preferred.
• Experience in field work performing environmental restoration, trail construction and maintenance, and other conservation tasks.
• Experience leading, training, and supervising teams of diverse individuals.
• Ability to drive vehicles/trucks and trailers in a variety of road conditions.
• Knowledge of environmental conservation skills, basic environmental education, and outdoor living/camping skills.
• Experience performing a wide variety of heavy manual labor for extended periods of time, often under adverse conditions and in various climates.
• Ability to lead, train and supervise a team.
• Ability to camp on a project for two to four weeks at a time.
• Working knowledge of young adult development, team-building and motivational techniques.
• Experience serving as a positive role model and mentor for team members.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of heavy manual labor for extended periods of time, and often under adverse weather conditions and in various climates.
• Ability to adapt to the surrounding work environment and conditions that can change frequently.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Corps members, partner agency staff, and the general public.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to understand and follow ACE systems and processes including supervisor key responsibilities.
• Ability to receive and provide constructive feedback.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.
• Must secure First aid/CPR certification within 14 days of employment and maintain certification.
• Must maintain a positive, constructive work environment conducive to team dynamics including timely, effective communication with project partners, supervisors, and crew members.
• Commitment to ACE’s mission of public service through youth development and volunteerism.
• A deep and continuing interest in the welfare and professional development of ACE participants.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Conservation Crew Leader – Forestry/Fuels Reduction

Compensation: Starting hourly pay of $17.75 – $19.00 hour (depending on experience) for 40 hours/week + overtime if applicable

Location: This position is based out of one of ACE’s three base locations in California: Sacramento, Ridgecrest, or Coachella Valley. Field projects will take place on public lands throughout California and the Pacific West region.

Department/Division: CREW, Pacific West

Status: Regular Full-Time (Non-Exempt)

Reports To: Project Manager

Schedule/Hours: Full-time. Flexible Schedule with varying shifts; 40 hours/week with additional hours as needed. Typical schedules are either four, 10-hour days/3 days off or eight, 10 hour-days/6 days off.

Travel: Yes, extensive regional travel required.

Start Date: Open Until filled

Position Description & Apply

Position Summary:

Develop your field leadership and conservation skills leading a group of motivated young adults on a wide range of natural resource management projects throughout public lands in the state of California and all of the Pacific West region. Field projects range in location from California’s coastal ranges to the Mojave Desert to the Sierra Nevada with an emphasis and focus in forestry and fuels reduction and thinning projects as well as invasive species treatment, trail construction and maintenance, native plant restoration and more.

As the primary front-line staff of the ACE Pacific West Field Operations Team, Crew Leaders lead diverse teams of young adults in completion of environmental conservation and restoration projects. Crew Leaders train and lead crew members in conservation work skills, basic environmental education, and outdoor living skills, and engage their crews in environmental work projects that address critical land management and environmental needs. Work is almost exclusively outdoors, involves strenuous physical labor in all weather conditions and climates, and typically involves “spike” camping for several days at a time in remote wilderness locations. The position requires extensive travel to public lands across the Pacific West and may sometimes involve working for other ACE offices/locations for temporary periods. All Crew Leaders receive a minimum of one week of intensive training with additional on-site supervision and training from skilled ACE and agency partner staff throughout their tenure with possible additional advanced trainings in chainsaw skills, trail construction, griphoist and rigging, wilderness first aid, restoration and more.

• Lead, train, and supervise a conservation corps team during conservation work projects, which may include: constructing and maintaining trails, constructing and maintaining fences and outdoor facilities, restoring wildlife habitat, maintaining public parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas, planting trees, conducting native plant revegetation, eradicating exotic/invasive plant species, surveying, conducting ecological testing and monitoring, mapping and monitoring using GPS technology, wildfire restoration, and restoring forest health and reducing wildfire risk through tree thinning using powered equipment.
• Arrange environmental education activities and opportunities and help inspire the next generation of conservation and public lands stewards.
• Support, coach, mentor and supervise members in both technical and interpersonal professional development.
• Hike, backpack, camp and cook outdoors while at front country and wilderness spike camps.

• Accurately complete project field paperwork including weekly reports, safety sheets, incident reports, end-of-week checklists, feedback forms and others as necessary.

• Arrange details of transportation, tools, equipment, camp/field living arrangements, field communication, and work project completion. Responsible for leading rig-up and de-rig before and after a project. Serves as primary transport for crew to worksites and camp during projects.
• Maintain and repair hand and power tools and other equipment as necessary.
• Responsible for enforcing the use of appropriate safety procedures in all tasks.
• Manage and replace items as needed in the cook set, first aid kit, and personal protective equipment (PPE) set.
• Safely transport crew and equipment in ACE vehicles with trailers.

• Collaborate and communicate with ACE Project Managers and project partners to ensure that ACE crews safely complete the highest quality of work and achieve established project outcomes.
• Foster a culture and environment that positions ACE for success and ensures that ACE is the program of choice for partners, members and staff.
• Other duties as assigned; Responsibilities and tasks outlined are not exhaustive and may change as determined by ACE.