THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN PERMANENTLY. APPLICANTS WILL BE SELECTED ON A “ONGOING” BASIS DEPENDING UPON CURRENT CREW AND PROJECT NEEDS. IF A POSITION MATCHING YOUR SKILL SET AND AVAILABILITY OPENS UP, YOU WILL BE CONTACTED FOR FOLLOW UP. THIS APPLICANT POOL WILL BE SCREENED FOR ALL CREW MEMBER POSITIONS AVAILABLE AT ARIZONA CONSERVATION CORPS.
FOR THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF OUR CREWS, STAFF AND COMMUNITIES, PROJECTS MAY BE POSTPONED DUE TO COVID-19. THE INFORMATION PROVIDED BELOW IS AN OUTLINE OF HOW OUR PROGRAM HAS TYPICALLY BEEN OPERATING, HOWEVER IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. AS THIS SITUATION DEVELOPS, AND DECISIONS ARE MADE, WE WILL PROVIDE UPDATES. WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO CONTINUE WITH THE APPLICATION PROCESS AND WE WILL KEEP CONSISTENT AND DIRECT COMMUNICATION WITH ALL APPLICANTS.
START DATE: Ongoing
STATUS: 450-hour; 675-hour or 900-hour AmeriCorps Service Terms (subject to change)
STIPEND: $295/week
LOCATION: Flagstaff, Tucson, or Pinetop/Lakeside
BENEFITS: AmeriCorps Segal Education Award; Paid training; Food budget while on project; Employee Assistance Program
Summary:
ARIZONA CONSERVATION CORPS (AZCC):
Arizona Conservation Corps, a program of Conservation Legacy, aims to continue the legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps of the 1930s. This AZCC crew is focused on connecting young adults (ages 18-25) with conservation service work projects on public lands. AZCC operates programs across Arizona that engage individuals and strengthen communities through service and conservation. AZCC has program offices in Flagstaff, the White Mountains, and Tucson.
FIELD CREW PROJECT WORK:
AZCC works with a variety of land management agencies in Arizona, such as the United States Forest Service, National Park Service and Bureau of Land Management. Projects vary across crews and locations, but it can include trail construction and maintenance, ecosystem restoration, fencing projects, invasive species removal, herbicide application and more.
TRAINING
The term begins with an orientation: crew member training will consist of Wilderness First Aid, Leave No Trace, Outdoor Living, Crew Culture and Diversity, and goal setting. Depending on project needs crews have possible specialized opportunities for instruction in herbicide handling, crosscut or chainsaw use and safety. Informal training will continue throughout the term with on the ground skills training to include things like tool maintenance, plant identification and an overview of public land management agencies.
EXPECTATIONS:
AZCC is a drug-free organization; alcohol and illegal substances are prohibited. AZCC is an independent, non-residential program. The crew member must supply his/her/their own personal outdoor gear and equipment such as a tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, day pack, multi-day pack, work pants, hiking/ work boots, etc. AZCC will provide the tools, personal protective gear, budget for crew meals and transportation to projects. AZCC has pro-deals and some gear available to borrow.
SCHEDULE:
The typical schedule is eight to nine days on with six days off, either in town or on hitch(camping at the project) depending on proximity to the Regional Office. The day starts at 7:00 AM with a stretch circle and safety meeting, includes two fifteen minute breaks and a half hour break for lunch and concludes at 5:30 PM.
COMPENSATION:
Crew members receive an AmeriCorps living stipend of $295/week before taxes. Upon completion of the term the crew member will receive an education award based on the length of term of service. The education award can to be used for paying off student loans or paying tuition for a Title IV accredited college.
QUALIFICATIONS:
PARTICIPANT ESSENTIAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Essential eligibility requirements for the program must be met. If you are unable to meet certain requirements, we may be able to provide some accommodations, excepting that which alters the fundamental nature of the program, compromises the health and safety of participants or staff, or places an undue financial or administrative burden on the organization. These requirements are written the same for all positions and therefore may not apply directly to your particular position.
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SUBSTANCE FREE:
In accordance to a drug free workplace, alcohol and drugs are prohibited while participating in AmeriCorps and program activities and while on organization property.
Required Skills Required Experience
OTHER SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
WORKING CONDITIONS, POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK