2027 Virtual Youth Conservation Crew Leader

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In partnership with the U.S. Forest Service, MobilizeGreen is launching our 2027   Virtual Youth Conservation Program.   This is a national program that will engage youth in a variety of educational and skills based activities including but not limited to: Environmental Education, professional development, environmental stewardship based service projects, and self-care.

MobilizeGreen’s YCP program strives to provide an introduction to Conservation careers, opening doors for youth across the nation interested in pursuing green fields. You can be a part of that.

Position Abstract

Crew Leaders (CLs):   Will be responsible for curriculum implementation and delivery, facilitating virtual environmental projects and activities, leading youth crews during program sessions, and working with youth in small groups as a mentor for individual and group projects.

Head Crew Leaders (HCLs):   You may be selected for a Head Crew Leader position. HCLs are responsible for overseeing their team of Crew Leaders, serving as the primary point of contact for Program Coordinators and the Program Manager, and managing administrative tasks, including preparing the Final Report for partners. These responsibilities are in addition to the standard expectations of a Crew Leader & come with slightly higher pay.

Work Environment and location:   This position is 100% virtual.

Program Dates: Tentative Dates

• Mandatory Training:   June 1 - June 11, 2027

• Cohort 1:   June 14–July 2, 2027

• Cohort 2:   July 5–23, 2027

• Crew Leaders Closeout:   July 23rd, 2027

• Head Crew Leader Closeout:   July 26–30, 2027

Program runs Monday through Friday, from about 11:00 AM until 4:00 PM EST

Benefits

• Weekly stipend of $650 for Crew Leaders

• Weekly stipend of $750 for Head Crew Leaders

• Experience with teaching youth and implementing environmental curriculum

• Experience Mentoring youth and collaborating with Land Management agencies and Non-Profit organizations

• Networking opportunities

Crew Leader Duties and Responsibilities

• Engage with MobilizeGreen staff and and partners to implement the 2027 Virtual YCP program comprising 2 cohorts.

• Lead the virtual crew with your team. This includes implementation of tailored, interactive environmental curriculum and project based learning.

• Facilitate curriculum with youth (specifically content related to environmental issues, wildfire management, ecology, sustainability, careers in the outdoor sector, recreating outdoors, public lands, and professional development such as resume building, interviewing skills, leadership skills, college readiness and more.

• Coordinate meeting times within program hours to mentor youth on individual and small group projects

• Communicate effectively with your Program Coordinator, Program Assistants, and fellow   Crew Leaders

• Coordinate sessions with others including partners and panel participants

• Organize and store program materials digitally as directed by Program Coordinator

• As this is a seasonal position, Crew Leaders are required to be available for the entire duration of the employment period.

• Other duties as specified

Head Crew Leader Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee and support a team of Crew Leaders to ensure successful implementation of the 2027 Virtual YCP program across both cohorts.

• Serve as the primary point of contact between Crew Leaders and the Program

• Coordinators and Program Manager.

• Support Crew Leaders in implementing interactive environmental curriculum, facilitating youth engagement, and coordinating project-based learning activities.

• Monitor team progress and help address questions, challenges, or program needs as they arise.

Assist with coordinating program activities, partner sessions, and youth project support as needed.

• Manage administrative responsibilities, including tracking team progress, organizing program documentation, and completing the cohort’s Final Report.

• Communicate regularly with the Program Coordinators and Program Manager regarding team updates, challenges, and program outcomes.

• Fulfill all standard Crew Leader duties and responsibilities in addition to Head Crew Leader responsibilities.

• Remain available for the duration of the employment period, as this is a seasonal position.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience and Qualifications

• This is an entry level position appropriate for candidates who have recently completed, or are currently enrolled in relevant training and education looking to expand in green careers.

• Must be 21 years or older.

• At least 2 years out of high school.

• 1-2 seasons leading youth in formal or informal education, camp, or team setting.

• Experience in environmental education and outdoor leadership skills.

• Experience working virtually, including ability to use programs such as Zoom, Discord, G-Suite, and Google Classroom.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage youth in programming.

• Dedicated commitment to expanding youth participation and engagement in outdoor learning and recreation.

• Skilled in developing educational materials and communications on environmental stewardship, resource management, outdoor career pathways, and nature-based experiences.

• Ability to work both independently and with others collaboratively on projects.

• Interest & knowledge in environment/natural resource management.

• Self-motivated, organized, and proactive.

• Experience in a formal teaching environment preferred

Competitive selection process; positions filled on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply ASAP.

For more information on MobilizeGreen go to:   www.mobilizegreen.org