Conservation Corps North Bay's mission is to develop youth and conserve natural resources for a resilient, sustainable, and equitable community.

We achieve our mission by:

Providing young adults with opportunities to transform their lives through paid work, education, employability, civic engagement, and leadership.
Partnering with the community to conserve and restore natural resources and improve recreational and public areas.
Fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Creating the environmental leaders of the future by teaching environmental ethics and behaviors to local youth.
Making communities safer by reducing hazards and by responding to public emergencies and disasters.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Temporary Natural Resources Crew Supervisor

Department: Natural Resources

Reports To: NRC Coordinator

Location: San Rafael, CA

FLSA Status: Temporary, Full-time, Non-Exempt from Wage and Hour Laws

Directly Supervises: 8-10 Natural Resources Crew Corpsmembers

Role with Agency: Supervisory

Accountability Indices: Satisfactory completion of responsibilities

Position Duration: October 1st, 2024 - December 12th, 2024

SUMMARY

The Temporary Natural Resources Crew Supervisor (NRCS) will make significant contributions to providing a positive work environment that values diversity and fosters a commitment to teamwork and learning. The Temporary NRCS is responsible for all aspects of supervision for a crew of 8-10 young adults and updating the Natural Resources Coordinator on corpsmember and project progress. The Temporary NRCS will lead the crew in successfully completing natural resource projects, including habitat restoration, fire fuel reduction, creek maintenance, invasive species removal, and trail construction/maintenance. Duties within corpsmember supervision and project management are as follows:

Corpsmember Supervision includes:

Facilitating personal and professional development
Supporting educational goals
Providing training; including tool use, teamwork, leadership skills, workplace communication
Developing proper work habits
Providing quarterly evaluations
Taking action to resolve inappropriate behavior and personnel issues
Documenting performance and learning accomplishments
Ensure that all safety procedures are followed

Project Management includes:

Conducting projects in a safe manner
Producing a level of productivity and quality that meets the expectations of CCNB and our project partner or sponsor
Providing project specific training
Caring for all equipment properly
Tracking work hours on a daily basis
Documenting project accomplishments

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to fulfill the duties of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Demonstrated experience supervising and motivating young adults from diverse social, economic and educational backgrounds
Experience in the operation of trucks and trailers
Demonstrated experience of power tools (ex: chainsaw, hedge trimmer, brush cutter, chipper) and ability to supervise safe tool operation and teach their use
Knowledge of conservation land management practices
Ability to do strenuous work in adverse weather conditions
Desire to work in a fast paced and diverse environment
Ability to resolve conflict and mediate disputes
Standard First Aid and CPR certification (or ability to obtain certification within 2 months of hire)
Clean DMV record, with ability to pass CCNB's driving exam
Associate's degree or vocational training in natural resource management, environmental studies, ecology, earth sciences, sustainability, or education
Experience in youth development, project management, and/or the implementation of natural resource projects
Experience serving and volunteering in the community. Must possess a strong service ethic and be able to instill this ethic into team members
Conversational Spanish language skills is a plus, but not required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Temporary NRC Supervisor works outdoors around equipment and machinery, walking on uneven ground and steep hillsides, with exposure to excessive noise, fumes and extremes in temperature. They may be expected to lift and move objects weighing up to 75 lbs. and carry objects at least ½ mile. NRC Supervisors frequently use special visual and auditory protective equipment. While performing the duties of this position, the NRC Supervisor is required to walk and stand; sit and bend; squat and climb; kneel and twist; to talk or hear. The NRC Supervisor uses hands to operate objects, tools, or controls; and reaches with hands and arms. The NRC Supervisor uses hands to perform simple and power grasping, and fine manipulation; to push and pull.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The Temporary NRC Supervisor position is an hourly, non-exempt position. Starting pay for this position is $25.00-$27.00 per hour depending on experience. This position accrues sick time.

Conservation Corps North Bay is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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