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SCA Pittsburgh Community Program Youth Trail Crew Supervisor

Student Conservation Association (SCA)

Student Conservation Association (SCA)

SCA Pittsburgh Community Program Youth Trail Crew Supervisor

Pittsburgh, PA
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Conservation Begins Here.

    The Student Conservation Association (SCA), America’s #1 conservation service organization seeks qualified applicants to lead, educate, and inspire 10 high school students for the Pittsburgh Summer Community program.

    Program Dates: June 1st through August 8th

    Primary Responsibilities:

    • Co-lead field based projects, such as trail building, invasive removal and habitat restoration
    • Teach environmental education curriculum
    • Mentor youth in job readiness and personal development
    • Create a fun and productive atmosphere for crew members
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  • Qualifications

    Required:

    • Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
    • Must have ability to legally work in the US
    • Experience mentoring or leading work projects
    • Desire to work outdoors in all weather conditions
    • Desire to mentor, inspire, and engage youth (ages 14-18)
    • Current First Aid certifications & CPR required by start of training
    • Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per day, exposed to the elements and must occasionally lift and/or move 40 pounds or more
    • Ability to meet SCA’s criminal background check standards

    Preferred Experience:

    • Experience with conservation work skills or related skills, i.e. trail maintenance, trails construction, chainsaw, carpentry, landscaping, and gardening
    • Teaching, coaching, camp counselor, or outdoor leadership experience
    • Valid driver’s license and MVR that meets SCA standards required

    SCA is an EOE dedicated to workforce diversity.

  • Compensation
    $600/week, with paid leadership and work-skills training
  • Industry
    Non-Profit
  • About Us

    SCA’s mission is to build the next generation of conservation leaders and inspire lifelong stewardship of the environment and communities by engaging young people in hands-on service to the land.