Overview
Position Summary:
Appalachian Ranger District and Grandfather Ranger District:
This AmeriCorps position will directly support Hurricane Helene disaster recovery efforts Appalachian and Grandfather Ranger Districts of Pisgah National Forest. Projects will focus on removing invasive plant species, reducing hazardous fuels, and improving ecosystem health. Work will include brush cutting, and other mechanical and chemical treatment methods. The work will be arduous and fast-paced in areas of high exposure.
Crew members should expect physically demanding work on rugged, uneven terrain in inclement weather. Projects may involve steep slopes, remote locations, high exposure, and fast-paced workdays. Required certifications (such as chainsaw operation and Wilderness First Aid) will vary by crew assignment and will be provided or required as appropriate.
Crews are typically composed of 1 Staff Crew Leader, 1 AmeriCorps Assistant Crew Leader, and 4 AmeriCorps Members. Members will gain extensive experience in vegetation management techniques, and ecological restoration, while living and working outdoors in a team-based, immersive setting.
This position will operate on a variable “hitch” schedule, but generally it will follow 9 days on and 5 days off for camping crews. Workdays follow a 10-hour shift with scheduled time for breaks. While the staff at CCNC work to provide consistency throughout the season, personal flexibility is expected and should be prepared for when entering the term as schedules, times, and work locations are subject to change per project needs.
Food is provided while in the field and crews can accommodate most dietary restrictions. Crews work together to plan meals and complete all necessary chores. Camp chores will be completed every evening, with many evenings including group discussions on conservation topics.
CCNC supports a culture of feedback and growth. Crew Members will set goals at the beginning of the season and review their performance through both self-evaluation and a review with their Crew Leader in the middle and at the end of their season. Evaluations will cover topic areas including Professionalism, Responsibility, Leadership, Communication, Community Engagement, Project Work, Safety, Organization, and Equipment. Crew Members will also be asked to evaluate their Crew Leaders’ performance, the overall program, and their experience at the end of their term.
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About Conservation Corps North Carolina
The mission of Conservation Corps North Carolina (CCNC) is to empower young adults through meaningful outdoor work that benefits North Carolina’s land and water and creates healthy communities. CCNC is a program of Conservation Legacy that partners with public land managers in North Carolina to engage motivated young adults (ages 18-30) to complete challenging and impactful conservation service projects throughout the region. Projects may include trail construction & maintenance, habitat improvement, hazard fuel reduction, and ecological restoration. Crews may also complete technical and/or specialized projects depending on project partner needs.
