Join an AmeriCorps Conservation Crew with RMYC (18-25 y.o.) (Albuquerque)

Rocky Mountain Youth Corps is now hiring 3 new members for its 2020 Conservation season. RMYC is a youth development organization that inspires young adults to make a difference in themselves and their community through training and team service in an outdoor environment.

Join a 5-person AmeriCorps National Service crew working on conservation projects in the Albuquerque area. Two shifts are currently available: full-time day work positions, and backcountry camping positions. You must be 18-25 years old to apply. All participants and staff will be required to practice social distancing and hygiene measures in compliance with local mandate, including wearing a mask. All necessary PPE will be provided to you at no cost.

Position Description:

Crews will complete projects such as trail construction / maintenance, habitat restoration, erosion control and other conservation projects. Crews may also be involved with community outreach and service. Service will incorporate collaboration with local and national agencies including the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Forest Service, the National Park Service, Bureau of Indian Affairs, and local Tribal Agencies. All Corps members will receive both personal and professional development training with topics such as financial management, public speaking skills, and certifications in First Aid/CPR and Mental Health First Aid. Additional program benefits include conservation career mentoring from natural resource professionals, a job shadow day, and a scholarship upon successful completion of the program.

Location:

This position is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Our office is located in the South Valley at Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge, at 7851 2nd Street SW, 87105. Participants must have reliable transportation to and from Valle de Oro for work schedule.

Responsibilities:

Work hard on all projects as part of a team and in all types of weather

Participate in daily check-ins and educational training sessions

Maintain safe work environment to ensure physical and mental well-being

Comply with work quality standards set forth by project partners and Crew Supervisor

Maintain a positive and professional attitude

Be willing to reflect on your experience and share feedback in a group setting

Respect the natural environment and community resources

Develop personal goals for your transition into further education or employment

Comply with all RMYC and AmeriCorps rules and policies and not participate in any prohibited activities as described in member contract

Schedule:

Dates -As soon as possible through December 11th 2020

Crew Type: Camping Schedule

Some weeks on Day Schedule: 7:00-4:30 Monday-Friday with every other Monday off

Some weeks on Camping Schedule: Tuesday - Tuesday, 8 days/ 7 nights are on & 6 days/7 nights off

RMYC provides an advance calendar indicating which weeks are on which schedule to help facilitate work/life balance and planning for personal obligations. Participants are expected to attend one community service day on a weekend.

Benefits:

This is an AmeriCorps position and young adults will receive a living stipend. Upon completion of the program, corps members will receive an education award. This award can be used to pay tuition at most colleges, universities, or trade schools, or to pay off student loans already acquired.

Crew Type: Stipend / AmeriCorps Term / Education Scholarship

Camping Crew: $760 biweekly / 900 hours / $3,047.50

Day Crew: $760 biweekly / 900 hours / $3,047.50

Qualifications:

18 - 25 years old on start date

Valid, insurable driver's license

Strong work ethic

Able to commit to entire term of service

Able to work in supervised environment