Fall Conservation Crew—Staff Crew Leader II
The Crew Leader II position is an opportunity to make a difference in young peoples’ lives while completing conservation projects on public and private lands. Leaders will be mentors, educators, and facilitators for young adults, working to promote the health and resiliency of our land, air, and water.Standard schedule generally consists of 9 days on-hitch (out in the field as a crew unit) and 5 days off with some exceptions. Crew Leaders may also be required to come in for an additional day each hitch cycle to complete administrative duties and check-ins with program staff. On-hitch, crews camp together, prepare all meals together, and work together as a group to complete all projects and chores.
The Crew Leader II position requires patience, a consistently positive mental attitude, mentorship, technical aptitude, focus on efficiency, and a high level of competence in the outdoors. It also involves an administration role, where weekly paperwork is due in a timely manner to supervisors. Finally, crew leaders must exhibit the ability to effectively work on teams.
Service Project:
SECC fall crews will be based out of SECC’s office in Chattanooga, TN and travel in a crew vehicle to their project site and remain in the field for 9 days at a time, followed by 5 days off. Projects will take place across the Southeast region, including partnerships with the US Forest Service, National Park Service, and other land managers.
Service projects vary depending on seasonal factors and safety considerations. While the staff at SECC and partners strive to provide consistency throughout the season, personal flexibility is expected and should be prepared for when entering the term as schedules, times, and project locations are subject to change per project needs.
Tasks may include, but are not limited to:
Repair and construct trail bridges and boardwalks
Trail construction and maintenance
Corridor clearing
Repair or install water structures along trails
Log out trails impacted by fallen trees
Invasive species removal
Community service
Seasonal Nonprofit
Job Location
Chattanooga
Job Description
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