New York Excelsior Conservation Corps

Company: Student Conservation Association
Location: Arlington
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

New York Excelsior Conservation Corps Expected Dates May 17, 2021 to December 10, 2021 Site SCA Excelsior Corps Position ID PO-00731408 History Created in 2015 as a New York State Governors Initiative, the Excelsior Conservation Corps (ECC) is a seven-month residential AmeriCorps program that partners with the NYS Commission on National and Community Services, NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) and NYS O?ce of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (NYS OPRHP). Scope of Work The ECC works on environmental stewardship projects on NYS DEC and NYS OPRHP public lands that result in the protection of natural resources, thus helping to sustain these resources for the long term benefit of the New York State community. Based on the needs identified by partners, SCA Excelsior members will serve NY States public lands by carrying out such responsibilities such as invasive species removal, timber stand improvement, prescribed burns, trail construction and/or maintenance (including stone work, bog bridging, box step construction, and retaining wall construction), basic carpentry, and other chainsaw intensive projects. The SCA Excelsior Corps places a special emphasis on furthering member education and career development. The program will provide an array of training to help members to develop leadership and marketable skills that are designed for a future in conservation or related fields.Requirements + Must be between the ages of 18-26 (Veterans up to 28) + High School Diploma or equivalent background. + Must be a US citizen or lawful permanent residents with the appropriate documentation Compensation Members receive a bi-weekly stipend of $360, food and housing for the duration of their service and deferment of eligible student loans. After completion of 1,200 hours of service, members will also receive an education award of $4,336.50 for future education opportunities or past student loans. There is no travel reimbursement for this TERESTED IN THE SCA- EXCELSIOR CONSERVATION CORPS PROGRAM? + Contact Zach Belis at [emailprotected] for more information This position requires that you become enrolled in AmeriCorps. If you are selected for this program, please be sure to accept AmeriCorps during the SCA offer process. No travel allowance will be offered for this position even if it is stated on your confirmation of acceptance. AAP/EEO Statement SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members. It is firmly committed to maintain a work atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally + Location Description Members will travel to their worksites from their provided houses from Monday- Friday. Worksites will be within an hour drive of their housing. On site, members will complete needed stewardship projects on both NYS DEC and NYS OPRHP land. Members may be housed on their worksites later in the season. + Training Provided Training will be provided, including SCAs Conservation Workskills, CPR and WFA (Wilderness First Aid), carpentry, iMapInvasives and chainsaw certification. + Professional Development Opportunities There will be a strong emphasis on professional development opportunities in the Excelsior Corps. Members will participate in extensive training prior to engaging in service activities. All members will receive one week of program orientation, Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certification course, Work Skills training and one week of Leave No Trace (LNT) training. Group training will continue throughout the year with a focus on professional development and highly technical trainings will be provided to meet the needs of individual stewardship teams. Members will engage in regular professional development workshops and will have time to work on personal and professional goals individually and with an Excelsior staff member. Main Area of Focus Natural Resources Mgmt Education, Training & Skills Expected None listed. Further Details AmeriCorps Eligible Eligible Housing or Stipend Provided? Yes Members will be housed with their crews in either rented houses or houses provided by New York State. Members will share a bedroom with another member. Indoor/Outdoor Outdoor US Citizenship Required

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