Overview
Under the supervision of the Youth Program Manager, the Senior Youth Crew Leader works closely with the youth staff to deliver a high-quality experience for both leaders and youth participants. They assist this team by mentoring and supporting Expedition Leaders throughout their training and field season, ensuring the successful completion of MCC youth projects and programming, and the adherence of all MCC policies and procedures. While supporting crews in the field, this person will need to maintain strong working relationships with project partners, parents/guardians, and community organizations. If the need arises, the Senior Youth Crew Leader may be called upon to lead or join an existing crew for the duration of the hitch. This could be anywhere from one night to eleven days.
While coming into this position with technical trail skills can be helpful, it is not necessary. The Senior Youth Crew Leader will participate in the Adult Program Leadership Development Program (LDP), beginning on 2/24/25, where they will have the opportunity to attend leadership workshops, technical training, and field skills development, as well as engage in early-season projects to further enhance their skill set. Additional Youth Program-specific training will be provided leading up to the start of the youth season. Through the Adult Program LDP, the Senior Youth Crew Leader will be eligible to earn Chainsaw and Crosscut certification, as well as Wilderness Advanced First Aid certification. In this role, the Senior Youth Crew Leader will apply their skills and knowledge to mentor Expedition Leaders and support the successful delivery of the Youth Program in collaboration with the Youth Program staff team, while providing on-the-ground field support to youth crews.
Location: Kalispell, MT
Program Dates: 2/24/2025 – 08/22/2025
Living Allowance: $1,440 biweekly before taxes are taken out
AmeriCorps Education Award: $3,697.50 upon completion of the program
Member Assistance Program: Free 24/7 access to confidential behavioral health counseling, financial assistance, medical/legal advocacy, and more!
Public Lands Service Corps Hiring Preference: Members serving with federal land management agencies may be eligible to receive hiring preference for future federal job placement
Supportive coaching staff invested in your success.
Community Spaces: Access to two community spaces, Corps Members of Color and LGBTQIA2+ Corps Members, to build community, connection, and support during the season.
Access to Pro Deals
*Housing is provided for these leaders through the Forest Service District with an equivalent value of $140 biweekly
Qualifications:
High school degree, GED, or willingness to work towards obtaining a GED
21 years old on the start date of the program
Valid driver’s license, ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check
US Citizen, National, or Legal Permanent Resident
Ability to pass a National Service Criminal History Check
Ability to hike 3-12 miles per day in terrain that can be steep, rocky or uneven, often wearing a 45lb backpack while carrying tools and sometimes backpacking with full packs of 60 – 70lbs
Required Skills:
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds repeatedly and use hand and power tools
Effective written and oral communication skills
Experience working with youth
Embraces willingness to work long, hard hours in all weather conditions; ability to be away on overnight trips for up to 1-14 days at a time
WAFA is required by the start of the season and training is reimbursable to allotted amount; MCC provided training will be available prior to the Youth Program season
Preferred Skills:
A passion for service, the environment, and conservation.
A positive mental attitude and seeing others with positive regard.
Adaptability and flexibility.
A commitment to serving the whole term.
A growth mindset - coming willing to learn, grow, and challenge yourself.
A commitment to motivating others and their success.
A desire to hone your personal leadership style
About Montana Conservation Corps
Montana Conservation Corps believes that through conservation service work and authentic connection, you can sharpen your ability to create change and join the next generation of leaders for a better world. At MCC, we focus on the growth of our participants, positively impacting our climate and environment, and transferable job skills.
