Urban Green - Wolf Trap Young Adult Crew Member

Conservation Begins Here.

The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and adults. Program participants protect and restore national parks, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks, and community green spaces across the country.

Program Dates: 6/3/24 - 8/11/24

Location (City and State): Vienna, VA

Primary Responsibilities:

As a Crew Member, you will work as a team with National Park Service staff on various trails and maintenance projects throughout the park. Members will work for 10 weeks.

All four crew members will go through training by National Parks staff to complete different field projects throughout the park including:

• Erosion control in picnic areas

• Pruning, planting, and seeding native gardens

• Prep and paint light pole bases, curbing, and crosswalks within the interior of the park

Crew Members will be trained in tool usage, safety, member wellness, job hazard assessments, and conflict resolution. Members will work in new outdoor environments all while learning new skills. Being excited and open to new experiences is a huge advantage for members.

Crew Member Qualifications:

• Experience or interest with conservation work skills or related skills preferred – i.e., trail maintenance, trail construction, habitat restoration, chainsaw, carpentry, landscaping, and gardening
• Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per day, exposed to the elements, and must occasionally lift and/or move 40 pounds or more
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
• Must have the ability to legally work in the US

Crew Member Benefits and Compensation:

• $17.00 hourly at 40 hours a week, bi-weekly pay
• Earn a stipend or wage for your work
• Explore green jobs and career opportunities
• Complete important conservation projects in the Charles County community
• Participate in professional development and skill building as a team
• Alumni benefits after successful completion of program
• SCA gear package

To Apply:

• Visit the SCA Career Website.

• Search the hiring pool “Urban Green – DC Urban Forestry Crew Leader”

• Create a profile and complete your application in the ADP website.

• You will be asked to upload your resume, provide references, work experience, and contact information.

• IMPORTANT! Once your application is complete, please email scadc@thesca.org with the position of interest listed in the subject line.