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PICU RN - FT Days

Conservation Legacy

PICU RN - FT Days

Durango, CO
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    TITLE: SANTA FE NATIONAL FOREST, COVID RESPONSE TEAM - CREW LEADER  

    REPORTS TO: Adult Programs Manager  

    LOCATIONS: Santa Fe National Forest, New Mexico 

    STATUS: Seasonal, Full-time, Non-exempt 

    START/END DATE:  June 1, 2021 – October 2021 

    WAGES: $685 / week  

    BENEFITS: Food provided while in the field, uniforms, development opportunities 

    POSITION_ __OPEN UNTIL _FILLED. 

    SOUTHWEST CONSERVATION CORPS:   The Southwest Conservation Corps (SCC) is a program of the non-profit service organization, Conservation Legacy, that is built on the legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) that operated from 1933 – 1942. SCC provides youth and young adults opportunities to complete conservation projects on public lands. While serving with SCC, members receive training on job skills, conflict resolution, leadership, teamwork, and environmental stewardship. Programs are developed using a step ladder approach to provide a progression of skill development based on a member’s needs. Members receive a weekly living allowance, training, and an AmeriCorps Education Award (for qualifying individuals).  

    For the health and safety of our crews, staff and communities, projects may be postponed or adjusted due to COVID-19. The information provided in this Position Description 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.   

    POSITION SUMMARY:  

    The Santa Fe Covid Response Team is a smaller crew, consisting of 1 Leader and 2 Members. This smaller size allows the crew more mobility and ease of travel throughout the forest to respond to unique project needs. 

     

    Crews work primarily in frontcountry locations in all weather conditions. Standard schedule consists of 5 days on-hitch (8 hours/day) and 2 days off with some exception. On-hitch, crews camp together, prepare all meals together, and work together as a group to complete all projects and chores. SCC does not provide accommodations off-hitch and Crew Leaders will be responsible for their own accommodations during that time. The Crews will be based out of Santa Fe and can expect not to return to SCC’s office during work time.

     

    Crew Leaders will lead crews in completing conservation projects while instilling interpersonal skills and leadership skills. Crew leaders will also be responsible for leading crews in environmental stewardship, i.e. Leave No Trace, and risk management. A variety of soft skills and technical competencies are required to be successful in this role. See below for core competencies.

     

    The Santa Fe National Forest, Covid Response Crew will work with the Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District or the Jemez Ranger District for their season. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Districts received an amount of visitation far beyond the seasonal crew capacity to maintain recreation facilities’ cleanliness, address vandalism repairs, and address resource impacts to dispersed recreation areas.  

     

    Project work will include, but not limited to: Install signage in highly impacted areas, Replace doors and other structures that were vandalized during closures, Repair damaged picnic tables, Assist with the district’s cleaning schedule to ensure an acceptable state of recreational facilities, Remove trash, and address the immediate 3-5 miles of highly impacted trails.

     

    RESPONSIBILITIES:  

    LEADERSHIP & MENTORSHIP  

    • Integrate values pertaining to DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) within the corps 
    • Implement skills training on worksite and facilitate intentional discussions via informal lessons to contribute to the crew’s personal growth and group dynamics. 
    • Foster 21st century work skills in corps members, i.e.: collaboration & teamwork, creativity & imagination, critical thinking, problem-solving, flexibility & adaptability 
    • Must be willing to follow and enforce all SCC policies, maintain professional boundaries, and appropriately represent SCC. This includes creating a substance free work environment, refraining from the use of tobacco products, alcohol, and drugs while involved in the program

     

    PROJECT MANAGEMENT & IMPLEMENTATION  

    • Implement an 8 to 10-hour workday and ensure professionalism is always maintained 
    • Delegation of project work & investment among crew 
    • Manage the on-the-ground quality and quantity of project work 
    • Think critically to resolve issues and solve problems 
    • Effectively coordinate logistics with project partners, crew, & SCC staff

     

    RISK MANAGEMENT  

    • Analyze, manage, and inform on hazardous conditions and crew health 
    • Exhibit strong situational awareness & promote a culture of safety 
    • Transport crew and equipment safely in SCC’s vans or large SUVs with trailers

     

    ADMINISTRATION  

    • Meet all deadlines for documentation, i.e., timesheets, evaluations, incident reports 
    • Record all project related outcomes and deliverables 
    • Manage food budget and credit card for purchases

     

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

    • Willingness to commit fully to the program and its mission 
    • Ability to effectively and manage all aspects of crew life and production within a 40 to 50-hour work week 
    • Flexibility, adaptability and capacity to work in a fluid, changing work environment 
    • Willingness to learn 
    • Must be adaptive, patient and able to maintain a positive perspective throughout the season 
    • Physically fit and able to work long days in adverse conditions 
    • Must be able to speak, understand and write English 
    • High School diploma or GED certificate 
    • Must hold current/relevant medical certification (WFA, WFR, WEMT, or OEC) with CPR/AED 
    • Must be 21, have a clean driving record (insurable by SCC) and a current driver’s license

     

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

    • Experience with SCC or other conservation corps or youth corps 
    • Be a local resident of New Mexico 
    • Experience with experiential and/or environmental education 
    • Facilitation and team-building experience with diverse groups of people 
    • Strong time-management skills and ability to work independently as well as with others 
    • Desire to work on a variety of conservation-based projects 
    • Strong conflict resolution skills 
    • Leadership experience with youth or young adults
    • Technical trail experience 
    • Relevant Bachelor’s Degree 
    • Sense of humor, spirit of adventure, and desire to make a positive difference and promote leadership in others.

    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, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.  

    TO APPLY:   

    Upload resume, cover letter and complete the Crew Leader application: www.sccorps.org/join/crew-leaders/  

    Any questions can be addressed to: Lisa Slupianek, Four Corners Adult Program Manager - lslupianek@conservationlegacy.org  

    Required Skills Required Experience

  • Qualifications
    • Bachelors’ degree in electrical engineering, systems engineering, computer engineering, computer science, physics, math or information technology related technical fields with at least 5 years’ experience in a mix of systems engineering/architecture development and technical project management
    • US citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance 
    • Self-motivated, detail oriented, responsible team player able to work independently with minimal daily direction; effective/efficient written/verbal communication skills
    • May be required to perform activities within a classified facility and adhere to security requirements for access to classified information.
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