Urban and Community Forestry Fall Crew Leader

Opportunity summary

Term length

9/9/2024 - 12/13/2024

Application window

4/1/2024 - 9/9/2024

Location

Tacoma, Washington

Hourly pay equivalent

$15.00

Project summary

Tacoma Urban Community Forestry (UCF) Young Adult Crew Leader (CL's) will manage and supervise crews of up to 5 young adults, ages 19-26, during the fall. Schedules will typically be Monday through Friday (or Tuesday through Saturday); however, schedules may vary for certain training, etc days. Crew Leaders are responsible for completing a variety of conservation-oriented projects on public and/or private lands and implementing a safe and highly efficient crew experience.

Opportunity description

Benefits

Education benefit

Requirements and qualifications

Requirements

Tacoma Urban Community Forestry (UCF) Young Adult Crew Leader (CL's) will manage and supervise crews of up to 5 young adults, ages 19-26, during the fall. Schedules will typically be Monday through Friday (or Tuesday through Saturday). however, schedules may vary for certain training, etc days. Crew Leaders are responsible for completing a variety of conservation-oriented projects on public and/or private lands and implementing a safe and highly efficient crew experience.

Preferred qualifications

Crew leaders are well-balanced individuals who work hard and embody compassion, patience, and inspirational attitude. In many ways. CLs teach our participants how to navigate the project work and social environment with grace and positivity. CLs deliver an impactful. educational experience to young people in their communities. This position can also provide an entry-point into the fields of natural resource management. youth development. outdoor education and more.