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Tentative Schedule:

Short Term: April 4th – August 20st, 2022*

Long Term: April 4th - October 8th, 2022

*Fall opportunities for short term Field Coordinators exist with RMYC programs to continue employment:

• Yampa Valley Science School Camp Counselor (5 weeks start at the end of August)

• As opportunities arise, possibility to join and or lead an adult Conservation Corps Crew for the Fall Season (up to 8 Weeks starting end of August). Pay may be subject to negotiation.

Essential Job Function:

The employee in this position will provide leadership, supervision and support for multiple (3-4) crews of approximately 10 adults (18-25 years old) in a 24/7 crew setting during the summer and a non-24/7 hitch model in the Fall. The position requires pre-season preparation, oversight of crew rigging and derigging, post session clean-up and hands on project work throughout the season. Field Coordinators will be expected to provide leadership and skills training to crews in the field during orientation and throughout the season. Field Coordinators will assist with set-up and implementation of pre-season training for Crew Leaders and Assistant Leaders. Field Coordinators conduct pre-project worksite visits with project partners and write logistical project specification packets for crews. Field Coordinators collect, and publish/input crew paperwork/blogs & photos into the appropriate administrative systems and social media accounts. Field Coordinators assist the Program Managers and Operations Manager in a variety of logistical and administrative tasks as needed. The position requires extensive bending, lifting, pushing, stooping, carrying and other heavy physical labor for extended periods of time. Field Coordinators may be required to carry a backpack with personal and/or group essentials for extended periods of time and/or long distances. Field Coordinators may be required to carry hand tools and equipment for extended periods of time and/or long distances. Workload will vary throughout the season. During the conservation season work hours may vary dramatically depending on the needs of the crews and their location.  Field Coordinators will be expected to participate in all aspects of the program when visiting a crew including overnight camping, nightly education facilitation, and project site objectives.  Most of the work will be field based managing the logistics of crews. 

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Crew Types: 

• Conservation Crew 
• Conservation/Chainsaw Crew

Season Dates:

• Summer Term: April 24th - August 20th 2022 (includes 6 week leadership training)
• Long Term: April 24th- October 8th, 2022 (Tentative end date, weather dependent)

*Season extension optional for disaster relief at the end of Fall season

Stipend:

Weekly living stipend of $600/wk 

Americorps Award:

• 675 Hour Term (summer only): $2,417.14 Segal Education Award
• 1200 Hour Term (Summer and Fall): $4,441.50 Segal Education Award

(Awarded upon successful completion of the season)

Overview:

Crew Leadership positions work with crews to complete conservation projects throughout Northwest Colorado and Wyoming. These challenging and rewarding roles will receive 5 weeks of training including a Wilderness First Responder and S-212 Chainsaw certification in addition to incredible experience in outdoor leadership. RMYC partners with federal and state land management agencies to give participants a diverse understanding of conservation work and a variety of hard and soft skills that will help them succeed in a conservation-based career. Leaders supervise a crew of 8-10 people in the field at worksites and at camp. Several styles of leadership positions are available and include specialized conservation corps crews. To learn more about our available positions please visit https://www.rockymountainyouthcorps.org/employment. 

Summer Season: Crews will remain together 24/7 in the field either on a project or doing weekend recreational travel and activities. You are considered ‘ON’ RMYC time the entire summer.

Fall Season: Crews will Travel to projects, work and camp together 5-9 days at a time and then will return to the office and be ‘OFF’ for 2-5 days at a time. Some projects/logistics may require crews to operate in a 24/7 setting ‘summer model’ for a portion of the Fall. During your ‘OFF’ time in the Fall, you are responsible for your own food, transportation and lodging.

All corps members will participate in project work, daily camp chores, educational activities throughout the week, and weekend recreation (summer only). Spending a season with RMYC can be a life-changing and rewarding experience. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to service, diversity, self-development, and the team environment.

TO READ THE FULL POSITION DESCRIPTION CLICK HERE

 

APPLY HERE

Crews:

• Conservation Crew 
• Conservation/Chainsaw Crew 

Session Dates:

Summer Term : May 9th - August 20st, 2022 (Includes 5 week leadership training) 

Long Term*: May 9th - October 8th, 2022 (Tentative end date, weather dependent)

*Season extension optional for disaster relief at the end of the Fall season

Stipend: $500.00 per week

Americorps Award:

• Summer Term: 675 Hour Segal Education Award ($2,417.14)
• Long Term: 1200 Hour Segal Education Award ($4,441.50)

(Awarded upon successful completion of the season)

Overview:

In RMYC’s Conservation Corps we offer positions to young adults to spend a season serving on meaningful conservation projects throughout northwest Colorado. Projects may include a variety of trail construction/maintenance, fence construction/removal, invasive species removal, fire fuels reduction with chainsaws, habitat restoration and/or historic preservation work. During the Fall season, there is the potential for disaster relief work as well.

Assistant Crew Leadership positions work with crews to complete conservation projects throughout Northwest Colorado and Wyoming. These challenging and rewarding roles will receive 5 weeks of training including a Wilderness First Aide certification, and incredible experience in outdoor leadership. RMYC partners with federal and state land management agencies to give participants a diverse understanding of conservation work and a variety of hard and soft skills that will help them succeed in a conservation-based career. Leaders supervise a crew of 8-10 people in the field at worksites and at camp. Several styles of leadership positions are available and include specialized conservation corps crews. Previous outdoor leadership experience is preferred. 

Summer Season: Crews will remain together 24/7 in the field either on a project or doing weekend recreational travel and activities. You are considered ‘ON’ RMYC time the entire summer.

Fall Season: Crews will Travel to projects, work and camp together 5-8 days at a time and then will return to the office and be ‘OFF’ for 2-5 days at a time. Some projects/logistics may require crews to operate in a 24/7 setting ‘summer model’ for a portion of the Fall. During your ‘OFF’ time in the Fall, you are responsible for your own food and lodging.

All corps members will participate in project work, daily camp chores, educational activities throughout the week, and weekend recreation (summer only). Spending a season with RMYC can be a life-changing and rewarding experience. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to service, diversity, self-development, and the team environment.

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Crews:

• Conservation Crew 18-25+ years old (Nationwide residents)
• Conservation/Chainsaw Crew 18-25+ years old (Nationwide residents)

Session Dates:                    

• Summer Term (Conservation/Chainsaw Crew): May 30th- August 20th, 2022
• Summer Term (Conservation Crew): June 6th- August 20th, 2022 
• Long Term: June 6th- October 8th, 2022 (Tentative end date, weather/project dependent)*
• Fall Term: August 24th- October 8th, 2022 (Tentative end, weather/project dependent)

*Season extension optional for disaster relief at end of the Fall season

Stipend:

• Weekly living stipend of $400

AMERICORPS AWARD:

• Summer Only: 450 Hour Segal Education Award ($1,678.57)
• Long Term (Summer and Fall): 900 Hour Segal Education Award ($3,047.50)
• Fall Season Only: 300 Hour Segal Education Award ($1,342.11)

Overview: In RMYC’s Conservation Corps we offer opportunities for young adults to spend a season serving on meaningful conservation projects throughout northwest Colorado. Projects may include a variety of trail construction/maintenance, fence construction/removal, invasive species removal, wildfire fuels reduction, habitat restoration and/or historic preservation work. During the Fall season, there is a potential for disaster relief deployment. NO EXPEREINCE IS REQUIRED

Summer Season: Crews will remain together 24/7 in the field either on project or weekend recreational travel and activities. Crew travel together in a company vehicle, and food/transportation/showers are paid for. You are considered ‘ON’ RMYC time the entire summer (11 weeks).

Fall Season: Crews will Travel to projects, work and camp together 5-8 days at a time and then will return to the office and be ‘OFF’ for 2-5 days at a time. Some projects/logistics may require crews to operate in a 24/7 setting ‘summer model’ for a portion of the Fall. During your ‘OFF’ time, you are responsible for your own food, transportation, and lodging.

All corps members will participate in project work, daily camp chores, educational activities throughout the week, and weekend recreation (summer only). Spending a season with RMYC can be a life-changing and rewarding experience. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to service, diversity, self-development, and the team environment.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW BENEFITS/FULL POSITION DESCRIPTION 

APPLY HERE

AmeriCorps Youth Crew Leader

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RMYC Youth Corps Crews serve all across NW Colorado, including Routt, Moffat, Rio Blanco, Garfield, Eagle, Pitkin, Lake, and Summit counties. As a Youth Corps leader, you will be leading 11-18-year-olds in any one or combination of these counties. Youth participants are paid a stipend (ages 14+) for the program, which is considered an entry-level conservation opportunity. The goal of our Youth Corps is to lead local youth on local projects- either in their home counties or in NW colorado at large. We strive to place youth with projects where they can form a local connection and see the greater impact in their communities. Our Youth Corps provides young adults with the opportunities and tools to build strong bonds to the community, increase academic success, and live healthy and productive adulthood. The education component of the Youth Corps consists of career development, leadership skills, healthy lifestyles, environmental education, personal growth, drug and alcohol awareness, and civic and social responsibility. RMYC runs three models of Youth Corps each running for 5 two week sessions. Leaders will be hired to work either the SLC model only or a combination of these models.

Location: RMYC Headquarters in Steamboat Springs, CO - Crews will serve across NW Colorado

Season Dates

• Training Dates: May 2nd - June 3rd, 2022
• Summer Season: June 5th- August 14th 2022
• Summer Season and Science Camp: June 5th - October 1st, 2022

Compensation: Training, $600/week paid bi-weekly, $40/Month for cell phone usage, WFR or WFA certification (free to those that complete their term with RMYC), an AmeriCorps Education award on completion of the program, and eligibility to participate in the CNCS Student Loan Forbearance Program

Youth Corps Summer Programs 

• Service Learning Crew: Participants ages 11-13 and volunteer their time for community service hours (unpaid) on a crew of 2 leaders, 1 Junior Leader, and 10 participants. Sessions: Monday - Friday, 7:30am-5pm, 1-2 camping nights per week.
• Community Youth Crew: Participants ages 14-15 are hired for crews of 2 leaders and 8-10 participants. Sessions Week one: Monday - Friday, 7:30am-5pm, Week two- Sunday- Friday 24/7 camping. Times and models may shift depending on needs in each county and may shift to two camping weeks with a weekend off in between.
• Regional Youth Crew: Participants ages 16-18 are hired for crews of 2 leaders and 8-10 participants. Sessions: 24/7 camping for full 2 or 4 week sessions.

Overview of Yampa Valley Science School: Yampa Valley Science School (YVSS) serves all Routt County 6th grade student (261 in 2021) each year in a residential, experiential Science Camp. Operated in cooperation with local schools since 2000, YVSS incorporates a 5-day, 3-night science curriculum integrated with 6th grade academic standards, team building activities and personal growth experiences for the students. The camp operates in the month of September at the historic Perry Mansfield Performing Arts Camp in Strawberry Park. The goals of YVSS include: to provide place-based environmental education through experiential and interactive lesson activities; to link the communities within the Yampa Valley; to provide intergenerational links and mentoring opportunities for sixth graders, high school students, college students, and community adults; and to foster integrated academic education with the public-school systems.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Mentor and serve alongside a crew of 8-12 crew members (varies by crew) in all day-to-day activities, on the project site and around camp
• Support the physical and emotional wellbeing of the crew members and Co-leader
• Participate in RMYC Crew Leader training workshops, field training, and post-session de-rigging/inventory and
• debriefing
• Transport crew safely in RMYC’s 12/15-passenger vans or other vehicles
• Complete daily and weekly documentation of crew service and activities, time spent serving, assist with mid-season and end of season evaluations, etc.
• Oversee base camp operations including camp set-up, vehicle maintenance, camp hygiene and all other elements
• involved with adherence to RMYC policy
• Coordinate projects and logistics with RMYC Staff, Field Coordinator, and Project Partners
• Report regularly to the Field Coordinator and Program Manager
• Co-facilitate weekly or weekend recreational opportunities with crew
• Co-facilitate Seed Education Curriculum in conjunction with daily schedule, Program Manager and Field Coordinator
• Manage credit card, gas cards, and food budget submitting reports regularly
• Conduct routine vehicle/driver, camp and project safety audits to uphold the RMYC risk management program
• Adhere to and enforce rules and regulations as specified in the RMYC Employee Guidelines Handbook
• Members may not participate in any AmeriCorps Prohibited Activities as outlined in the Member Service Agreement (MSA)

TO APPLY: Email your resume to info@rockymountainyouthcorps.com and fill out this JOB APPLICATION

Season Dates:

• April 24th- October 8th, 2022 (Tentative end date, weather/project dependent)

  *Season extension optional for disaster relief deployment.

Stipend: $600 per week

Americorps Award:

• 900 Hour Segal Education Award ($3,047.50)

(Awarded upon successful completion of the season.)

Overview:

In RMYC’s Conservation Corps we offer positions to young adults to spend a season serving on meaningful conservation projects throughout northwest Colorado. This crew will be used as a potential resource for technical projects, backcountry hitches, chainsaw/crosscut work, and be made available as an additional resource to local forests in the event of wildland fires. The crews can be (not guaranteed) deployed to work temporarily for the Federal Government on A.D. pay to participate in live wildland fire suppression for roughly 2 weeks at a time. During this time you will be temporarily suspended from AmeriCorps and will temporarily be an employee of the federal government. Members are asked to have extraordinary flexibility and a commitment to a holistic conservation experience. This crew is an excellent opportunity for participants to further develop their skillsets in conservation work, and potentially secure qualifications to increase likelihood of federal hiring. Previous conservation corps and chainsaw experience is a preferred qualification for a leadership position on the Advanced Resource Crew. 

*In the event that the crew is called to a wildfire, each member will become an “on-call” firefighter for a federal land management agency. You will be suspended from your AmeriCorps Term of Service and not receive your stipend during that time. You will be compensated by the federal government.

During both the Summer and the Fall the Advanced Resource Crew will travel to projects, work and camp together 5-9 days at a time and then will return to the office and be ‘OFF’ for 2-5 days at a time. Some projects/logistics may require crews to operate in a 24/7 setting in which you will travel and engage in various recreational activities as a crew as opposed to returning to the office. During your ‘OFF’ time you are responsible for your own food, transportation, and lodging.

All corps members will participate in project work, daily camp chores, and educational activities throughout the week. Spending a season with RMYC can be a life changing and rewarding experience. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to service, diversity, self-development, and the team environment.

TO SEE BENEFITS/FULL POSITION DESCRIPTION CLICK HERE

APPLY HERE

Season Dates:

• May 30th- October 8th, 2022 (Tentative end date, weather/project dependent)

  *Season extension optional for disaster relief deployment

Stipend:

• Weekly living stipend of $400*

 

Americorps Award: 

675 Hour Segal Education Award ($2,417.14) Awarded upon successful completion of the season. 

Overview:

In RMYC’s Conservation Corps we offer positions to young adults to spend a season serving on meaningful conservation projects throughout northwest Colorado. This crew will be used as a potential resource for technical projects, backcountry hitches, chainsaw/crosscut work, and be made available as an additional resource to local forests in the event of wildland fires. The crews can be (not guaranteed) deployed to work temporarily for the Federal Government on A.D. pay to participate in live wildland fire suppression for roughly 2 weeks at a time. During this time you will be temporarily suspended from AmeriCorps and will temporarily be an employee of the federal government. Members are asked to have extraordinary flexibility and a commitment to a holistic conservation experience. This crew is an excellent opportunity for participants to further develop their skillsets in conservation work, and potentially secure qualifications to increase likelihood of federal hiring. Previous conservation corps experience is a preferred qualification for a Crew Member position on the Advanced Resource Crew. 

*In the event that the crew is called to a wildfire, each member will become an “on-call” firefighter for a federal land management agency. You will be suspended from your AmeriCorps Term of Service and not receive your stipend during that time. You will be compensated by the federal government.

During both the Summer and the Fall the Advanced Resource Crew will travel to projects, work and camp together 5-9 days at a time and then will return to the office and be ‘OFF’ for 2-5 days at a time. Some projects/logistics may require crews to operate in a 24/7 setting in which you will travel and engage in various recreational activities as a crew as opposed to returning to the office. During your ‘OFF’ time you are responsible for your own food, transportation, and lodging.

All corps members will participate in project work, daily camp chores, and educational activities throughout the week. Spending a season with RMYC can be a life changing and rewarding experience. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to service, diversity, self-development, and the team environment.

TO SEE BENEFITS/FULL POSITION DESCRIPTION CLICK HERE!

APPLY HERE

Season Dates:

• April 24th- October 8th, 2022 (Tentative end date, weather/project dependent)

  *Season extension optional for disaster relief deployment.

Stipend: $600 per week

Americorps Award:

• 1200 Hour Segal Education Award ($4,441.50)

(Awarded upon successful completion of the season.)

Overview:

Crew Leadership positions work with crews to complete conservation projects throughout Northwest Colorado and Wyoming. These challenging and rewarding roles will receive 5 weeks of training including a Wilderness First Responder and S-212 Chainsaw certification in addition to incredible experience in outdoor leadership. RMYC partners with federal and state land management agencies to give participants a diverse understanding of conservation work and a variety of hard and soft skills that will help them succeed in a conservation-based career. Leaders supervise a crew of 4-5 people in the field at worksites and at camp. Strike Teams are made to complete smaller and often time more technical projects. They can still be found doing trail work, fencing, habitat restoration, and invasive species management. However, these crews will frequently be working with less guidance from a project partner and expected to be fairly self-sufficient. While previous corps/outdoor experience is not required, it is preferred on the Strike Team. To learn more about our available positions please visit https://www.rockymountainyouthcorps.org/employment. 

Summer and Fall Season operate on a hitch model. Crews will Travel to projects, work and camp together 5-9 days at a time and then will return to the office and be ‘OFF’ for 2-5 days at a time. Some projects/logistics may require crews to operate in a 24/7 setting depending on projects and locations. During your ‘OFF’ time, you are responsible for your own food, transportation and lodging. 

All corps members will participate in project work, daily camp chores, and educational activities throughout the week. Spending a season with RMYC can be a life-changing and rewarding experience. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to service, diversity, self-development, and the team environment.

TO READ THE FULL POSITION DESCRIPTION CLICK HERE

 

APPLY HERE

Strike Team Season Dates:                   

• Summer Term: June 6th- August 20th, 2022 
• Long Term: June 6th- October 8th, 2022 (Tentative end date, weather/project dependent)*
• Fall Term: August 24th- October 8th, 2022 (Tentative end, weather/project dependent)

*Season extension optional for disaster relief at end of the Fall season

Stipend:

• Weekly living stipend of $400

AMERICORPS AWARD:

• Summer Only: 450 Hour Segal Education Award ($1,678.57)
• Long Term (Summer and Fall): 900 Hour Segal Education Award ($3,047.50)
• Fall Season Only: 300 Hour Segal Education Award ($1,342.11)

Overview: In RMYC’s Conservation Corps we offer opportunities for young adults to spend a season serving on meaningful conservation projects throughout northwest Colorado. Projects may include a variety of trail construction/maintenance, fence construction/removal, invasive species removal, wildfire fuels reduction, habitat restoration and/or historic preservation work. During the Fall season, there is a potential for disaster relief deployment. 

Strike Teams are made of 5-6 members that complete smaller and often time more technical projects. They can still be found doing trail work, fencing, habitat restoration, and invasive species management. However, these crews will frequently be working with less guidance from a project partner and expected to be fairly self-sufficient. While previous corps/outdoor experience is not required, it is preferred on the Strike Team. To learn more about our available positions please visit https://www.rockymountainyouthcorps.org/employment. 

Summer and Fall Seasons: Crews will Travel to projects, work and camp together 5-8 days at a time and then will return to the office and be ‘OFF’ for 2-5 days at a time. Some projects/logistics may require crews to operate in a 24/7 setting depending on projects and locations. Transportation by company vehicle, workweek food, and one shower per week are paid for my RMYC. During your ‘OFF’ time, you are responsible for your own food, transportation, and lodging. 

All corps members will participate in project work, daily camp chores, educational activities throughout the week, and weekend recreation (summer only). Spending a season with RMYC can be a life-changing and rewarding experience. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to service, diversity, self-development, and the team environment.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW BENEFITS/FULL POSITION DESCRIPTION 

APPLY HERE