AmeriCorps Conservation Crew Leader - Fall 2023

The AmeriCorps Crew Leader (ACL) is responsible for facilitating a positive crew member experience.  The ACL is a full partner in the crew’s leadership, helping to communicate directions, projects specifications and constructive criticism throughout the term.  This position requires open dialog with the staff crew leader; helping them to manage projects, project partners communications, overall logistics, and crew assignments.  

Seasonal Nonprofit

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Job Location

Harrisonburg, VA

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Job Description

It means more than just showing up and doing the work, it means setting an example of how to work hard with great enthusiasm through all kinds of conditions while practicing good judgement and safety. It means facilitating learning experience for crew members, both formally and informally.  This position may require additional participation time outside of standard project and crew hours.  Responsibilities: Project Management & Implementation   - Train and motivate a crew of six to eight young adults to complete conservation projects efficiently on public lands.   - Delegate project work & investment among ACL and crew.   - Manage on-the-ground quality and quantity of project work.   - Think critically to resolve issues and solve problems.   - Communicate effectively & coordinate logistics with project partners, staff crew leader, members, and ACC staff.   Safety & Risk Management   - Monitor, manage, and promote the crew’s physical and emotional safety on and off the work site.   - Exhibit strong situational awareness & promote a culture of safety.   - Transport crew and equipment safely in ACC’s vans or large vehicles with trailers.     Administration    - Manage crew medical history forms and incident documentation in conjunction with the staff crew leader

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