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Position Summary

This project will focus on several different aspects of conservation stewardship within NYC. Crew members will be introduced to safe and effective tool use. Crew members will work in collaboration with other youth crew members. Crew members will engage in various service activities including trail maintenance, invasive species management, wetland restoration and urban forestry. The goals of these projects are to improve the ecological integrity of the natural areas within NYC and ultimately aid in climate resiliency.


Location

Bronx, NY


Schedule

Training: June 9, 2025-June 22, 2025

Service Interruption: June 23, 2025- June 30, 2025

Program Dates: July 1, 2025- August 19, 2025


Key Duties and Responsibilities

This is a commuting crew. Members will return home each afternoon after the work day concludes.


Marginal Duties

Leading Environmental Education Days at alternate locations. Communication with parents/guardians


Required Qualifications

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 Must have a Wilderness First Aid Certification (WFA) Must be able to attend Crew Leader training: 6/9/2025-6/22/2025 Must be a minimum of 21 years of age Must have the ability to legally work in the US


Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with youth or young adults, teaching, or environmental education a plus Experience with conservation work skills or related skills preferred – i.e., trail maintenance, trail construction, habitat restoration, chainsaw, carpentry, landscaping, and gardening


Hours

40 per week


Living Accommodations

N/A


Compensation

$900/wk . All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.


Additional Benefits

Defensive Drive Training

First Aid/CPR

Wilderness First Aid Training


Equal Opportunity Statement

The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.