Land Conservation Crew Member - Front Range

Opportunity summary

Term length

5/20/2024 - 8/16/2024

Application window

3/19/2024 - 5/17/2024

Location

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Hourly pay equivalent

$14.00

Project summary

Land Conservation Crew Members (called Corpsmembers) serve on environmental stewardship projects throughout the Southern Front Range region. Corpsmembers will be enrolled in AmeriCorps—a national community service program. No experience is required! We will provide you with hands-on training related to all projects.

Opportunity description

Benefits

Education benefit
Workforce credential or certificate
Mental and behavioral health benefits

Requirements and qualifications

Requirements

Between the ages of 18-24. GED/HSE graduate or still enrolled. Must be eligible for enrollment in AmeriCorps as a US Citizen, National or Lawful Permanent Resident. Documentation will be required on the first day. Must bring identification documents necessary to complete the I-9 and other forms on your first day. Must be physically fit able to lift 50 lbs spend 8-10 hours a day in all weather conditions and hike up to 7 miles with a day-pack. Pre-service National Service Criminal History Check required. Corpsmembers must not engage in any prohibited activities as listed in the AmeriCorps Member Service Agreement.

Preferred qualifications

No experience required.

Opportunity details

Focus area

Natural resource preservation and conservation
Biodiversity protection and restoration
Wildfire prevention and fuels reduction
Reforestation or afforestation
Outdoor recreation access improvements
Forestry
Indigenous knowledge reclamation
Historic cultural and language preservation
Tree planting and urban forestry
Environmental justice
Community gardens
Volunteer recruitment and management
Environmental education and training
Environmental research and citizen science

Work environment

Team based
Individual placement
Outdoor