Ancestral Lands Corpsmember

Conservation Legacy • Full-time • Torreon • 9m ago

Term Length	Full-time, temporary, 4-6 months
Location	Torreon, NM
Living Stipend (pay)	$450/week + $200/week housing stipend
AmeriCorps Award	Members are eligible for an AmeriCorps education award upon successful completion of the term. Education award amount is dependent upon length of service
Ages	17-30
Dates	5/20/2024-11/20/2024

"Leading our Nations back to ecological and cultural well-being"

Program and Position Summary:

Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps (ALCC) engages motivated young adults, ages 18 - 30, to complete challenging and impactful conservation and service projects throughout the western United States. Projects may include trail construction & maintenance, habitat improvement, hazardous fuels reduction, re-vegetation, historic preservation, and local environmental service projects. ALCC provides opportunities for members to learn about and connect with the environment, issues surrounding conservation, and local Indigenous values.

ALCC crews work in a variety of National Parks, National Forests, and other public areas. Selected members are placed on a crew which will then collaborate to perform project work. ALCC is a non-residential program and does not offer housing. Gear and equipment rental is available upon request.

ALCC Corpsmember Position Description

Participation and Expedition Behavior:

Work effectively as a member of a team
Contribute to a safe learning environment; no harassment of others for any reason.
Participate in all aspects of the program including conservation projects, education, training and national service
Effectively communicate and discuss ideas and concerns with leaders, crew, and staff
Learn skills and apply them to effectively carry out service work requirements
Appropriately always represent the program and community while on project

Safety and Judgment:

Perceive and effectively communicate environmental and work hazards with crew and leader
Effectively perceive, understand, and follow direction
Stay alert and focused while traveling and working in varied weather conditions
Act with compassion toward crew members, leaders, and staff
If taking prescription medications, participants must be able to maintain proper dosage by self-medicating without assistance from others.

Environmental Ethics:

Learn and practice ‘Leave no Trace’ techniques

Outdoor Skills and Fitness:

Learn and safely perform fundamental outdoor living/travel and work skills as appropriate to the project.

Required Skills

Commitment – ALCC participants must commit to all aspects of the program including conservation projects, education, training, and other crew activities.

Safety – All participants are required to participate in a culture of safety on their crew during all program activities by being aware of and adhering to program policies, as well as fostering an atmosphere of wellness in the program.

Professionalism – Participants must be willing to follow all ALCC policies, maintain professional boundaries, and appropriately represent ALCC.

Teamwork – Members must be willing to engage in collaboration, respect others, and assist in making group decisions.

Technology – Projects are often in remote locations. The use of technology will be limited.

Substance Free – Participants MUST be willing and able to refrain from tobacco products, alcohol, and/or drugs while participating in the ALCC program.