Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests - Sitgreaves Zone
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Term of positions is 32 weeks; full-time 40 hrs/wk
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Location:
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2748 E. Hwy 260, Overgaard, AZ 85933
Compensation:
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$18.75/hour, plus $1000 monthly cost of living allowance (equivalent to $24.52/hr over 40 hr workweek).
Start Date:
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April 29th, 2024
Application Due Date:
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To Be Determined
Position Title
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Trail Project Manager Resource Assistant
Position Details
Stewards Individual Placement Program (Stewards) provides individuals with service and career opportunities to strengthen communities and preserve our natural resources. Participants work with federal agencies, tribal governments, and nonprofits building institutional capacity, developing community relationships, and supporting ecosystem health.
Stewards in partnership with the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests is seeking an intern who will gain experience in trail project management through Recreation Administration. Recreation Administration on the Sitgreaves Zone of the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests is responsible for maintaining facilities, trails, camp areas, day use areas, shorelines, etc across the Sitgreaves National Forest.
The Resource Assistant would assist the Sitgreaves Zone in implementing Great American Outdoors Act Funding designated to reduce deferred maintenance on non-motorized trails across the zone. The RA would be responsible for becoming familiar with the trails that are included in the project specs and be able to guide incoming trail crews in project areas. In addition, when not working with trail crews, the RA would perform surveys and minor trail maintenance either independently or with other employees or volunteers.
Position Responsibilities will include:
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Benefits:
*The USFS Resource Assistant Program (RAP) is a rigorous, immersive, paid internship providing developmental and training opportunities for individuals interested in learning more about Forest Service careers. After completing a minimum of 960 hours of satisfactory work and an associate degree, RA’s may acquire a two-year certificate of noncompetitive hiring eligibility. The certificate enables participants to apply to internal merit announcements for qualifying permanent General Schedule FS positions as well as a Direct Hire Authority for FS Career positions.
How to Apply
Apply on-line at: https://stewardslegacy.org/open-positions. In addition to your resume, please submit a one page cover letter highlighting why you are interested in this position and how your background and experience will help you succeed in this position.
Application Questions: Please contact Roddy Cobb Jr. at rcobb@conservationlegacy.org for any questions.
Conservation Legacy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring a breadth of diverse professionals and encourage members of diverse groups to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, political affiliation, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager.
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