Conservation Corps Crew Member - Roving Team

General Description

Join the Green Bay Conservation Corps Roving Team. Members will complete projects across partnerships in Northeast Wisconsin. Projects may include:

• Trail maintenance
• Native plantings and maintenance
• Habitat restoration
• Volunteer and education outreach
• Training and job development
• Mapping and survey efforts
  Schedule: 8-month and 6-month limited-term positions available, START DATE: September 21, 2026. Opportunities to sign on for additional terms.

Benefits:

• Living allowance ($1,000 biweekly)
• Segal Education Award after completing your term
• Childcare assistance
• Training and certifications (up to 20% of time)
• Schedule flexibility
• Free Metro Bus Pass

Examples of Duties

• Maintain, improve, and create trail systems through grading, mulching, and vegetation removal. Remove flooding debris near river trails when necessary.
• Assist in construction projects such as building/replacing boardwalks and/or building fences.
• Complete plant maintenance and installation work including grading, seeding, watering, weeding, mulching, and trimming. Plants trees, shrubs, and flowers.
• Perform general greenhouse maintenance including planting, watering, thinning, and pesticide applications when necessary.
• Collect native seeds throughout park system.
• Remove invasive species by cutting, hand pulling, and/or herbicide applications.
• Map various habitats, invasive species, and trail systems. Conduct vegetation and wildlife surveys.
• Plan, organize, and implement community events to include volunteer days, days of service, and educational programming.
• Keep accurate daily records as instructed.
• Follow all policies, procedures, and the philosophy that is set forth by the City of Green Bay Parks, Recreation, & Forestry Department.

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Must be 17 years old
• Willingness to work on crews comprised of people from different backgrounds in various environmental conditions.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working in an outdoor setting.
• Valid Wisconsin driver's license and good driving record – Preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of park and trail maintenance practices and procedures, including equipment maintenance. Knowledge of safety practices related to general labor and equipment operation.
• Skills and knowledge of cleaning and maintenance. Skill and ability to operate and maintain Department equipment and tools. Skill and ability to keep routine records.
• Considerable ability in following oral directions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to work the required hours of the position.
• Ability to work up to 10 hours per day for 5-6 consecutive days in outdoor locations.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform the following activities:

• Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds.
• Frequent walking, standing, bending, and lifting.
• Ability to focus for long period of time on projects.
• Ability to work in varied environmental conditions.