Overview

Position Overview: Mile High Youth Corps (MHYC) is a Colorado-based 501(c)(3) organization powered by a network of young adults, ages 18-24, who are justice-focused, committed to creating sustainable communities and pursuing a meaningful path to career success. As a leader in positive youth development, workforce development and community-based service, our Youth Corps completes conservation, construction and healthcare projects across a 23-county service area including the Denver and Colorado Springs metro areas. MHYC offers a leading compensation package including generous paid time off; 17 paid holidays per year (minimum); comprehensive insurance coverage including health, dental, vision and life; mental health and wellness support; professional development; and a modified work schedule of 72 hours over 2 weeks (ex. one Friday off every 2 weeks).

The Southern Front Range (SFR) Regional Director: Land Conservation is responsible for directing youth and workforce development programming and operations at MHYC’s Colorado Springs headquarters. This position is responsible for leading and cultivating a high-performing team while directing regional hiring, orientation and training for staff and AmeriCorps members (called Corpsmembers); core curriculum programming (leadership, life skills, civic engagement, social justice, environmental stewardship, career readiness training); Corpsmember career pathway activities including environmental stewardship projects on public and protected lands throughout the Southern Front Range region; budget development and management; and overall program operations. The SFR Regional Director serves as MHYC’s primary relationship manager for essential regional program, project and community partnerships, and oversees the SFR Advisory Council.

The SFR Regional Director is a member of MHYC’s Directors’ Team, a cross-functional and collaborative leadership team dedicated to advancing the organization’s mission and strategic plan. The ideal candidate will be a proven leader committed to MHYC’s mission and values, possess strong interpersonal skills, and have the ability to work with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

Position open until: January 31, 2025

Reports to: Director: Land Conservation and Operations

Hours & Compensation
This is a full-time, 72 hours over 2 weeks, exempt position with a starting pay rate of $60,000-$70,000/year depending on experience. Paid time off accrual begins immediately upon hire. Medical, dental, vision and life benefits are available on the 1st of the month after working 30 days. Hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Some evening and weekend hours will be required for Corps-related functions. Periodic travel to Denver is required.

Responsibilities:
Supervision, Staff Development and Management
• Provide proactive supervision, coaching and on-going training for Land Conservation Program and Project Coordinators
• Oversee the hiring process for Program

Tagged as: Administrative Staff

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

Education
• Post-secondary certificate or degree
Experience
• Two or more years’ experience in each of the following areas:
o Program leadership and supervision
o Youth and/or workforce development
o Natural resources and/or land conservation
Required Qualifications
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB)
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Proven leadership skills
• Technical skills

About Mile High Youth Corps

Mile High Youth Corps helps youth make a difference in themselves and in their communities through meaningful service opportunities and educational experiences.

Application Instructions

To Apply: Candidates are asked to provide a resume and a cover letter including pertinent personal and/or professional experience. In the absence of specific work-related experience, applicants are encouraged to describe personal experience that pertains to position requirements in their cover letter. Send resume and cover Letter to: staffjobs@mhyc.net (include “SFR Regional Director: Land Conservation” in the subject line). No calls please.