Albuquerque ASL Summer Corpsmember

ROCKY MOUNTAIN YOUTH CORPS

2026 SUMMER SEASON

ASL Crew Member Position Description

Middle Rio Grande Office (Albuquerque)

Rocky Mountain Youth Corps (RMYC) is a nonprofit youth development organization serving New Mexico. We inspire young adults to make a positive difference in themselves and their communities. Through training and service, Corpsmembers discover their potential for healthy, productive lives.

POSITION PURPOSE: 

Conservation Crews will work to safely complete conservation projects in their communities. Project work may include chainsaw work,  trail work, fencing, invasive species removal, historic preservation, or other community improvement work. All Corpsmembers will receive both personal and professional development training such as First Aid/CPR, Mental Health First Aid,  financial management, and public speaking skills. 

POSITION TYPE:   Seasonal, exempt AmeriCorps member

SCHEDULE: Spike schedule is Tuesday-Tuesday, 7:00am-5:30pm, camping at the project site. Spike is 8 days on shift followed by 6 days off. 

STIPEND:         $650.00 ($16.25/hr equivalent) stipend per week before taxes.

REPORTS TO: Crew Supervisor with support and additional oversight by Middle Rio Grande ASL Conservation Program Coordinator

DATES:   June 3rd, 2026-July 31, 2026. 1.5 weeks of orientation training followed by project work

EDUCATION AWARD:   $1,565.08 upon completion of 300-hour AmeriCorps Service Term 

LOCATION:   RMYC Albuquerque Office: 2921 2nd St. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87107 with project locations throughout the state. Participants must have reliable transportation to and from this location, according to their work schedule for the duration of the season. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Perform service work with pride and determination on all projects as part of a team.

• Actively participate in daily check-ins and educational training sessions.

• Maintain a safe work environment to ensure both physical and mental well-being.

• Comply with work standards set forth by project partners and Crew Supervisors.

• Maintain a positive and professional attitude.                                                                                             

• Be willing to reflect on your experience and share feedback in a group setting.

• Respect the natural environment and community resources.

• Complete and approve timecards for yourself. 

• Develop obtainable goals for your transition into further education or employment.

• Comply with all RMYC and AmeriCorps rules and policies and not participate in any prohibited activities as described in the Member Service Agreement.

• Assist with camp chores such as meal prep and site clean-up.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Fluency or demonstrated interest in American Sign Language and Deaf culture

• 17- 30 years of age as of June 3rd, 2026

• Have a High School Diploma or equivalent or agree to obtain one prior to using the Segal Education Award

  • If you are not capable of obtaining a High School diploma or equivalent or are enrolled in an institution of higher education on an ability to benefit basis you may be considered eligible for funds under section 484 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1091)

• US Citizen, National, or Lawful Permanent Resident of the United States

• Satisfy the National Service Criminal History Check:

  • Must consent to the criminal history check

  • Be truthful in all statements regarding criminal history

  • Cannot be registered or required to be registered on any state sex offender registry or the National Sex Offender Registry

  • Cannot be convicted of murder

• Able to complete entire length of service term (see “dates” above)

• Strong work ethic and willingness to work within a team of diverse individuals 

• Able to work in supervised environment 

• Available for overnight projects (if applicable)

• Required to participate in up to three service events that benefit the community

BENEFITS:

• Healthcare coverage is available to all AmeriCorps members at no cost to the member.  This is considered primary coverage and is not available as supplemental coverage.

• A certain number of Non-Scheduled Days (paid days off) are available depending on the length of the term of service (These days off ARE NOT counted toward the service hours required for the Educational Award)

• RMYC observes all National holidays and are considered paid days off, however RMYC reserves the right to have AmeriCorps members work or service hours on certain holidays if necessary to meet program requirements  (These days off ARE NOT counted toward the service hours required for the Educational Award)

• Student loan forbearance and interest payments are available for those who qualify

• Access to the “Public Land Corps Hiring Authority” for members serving at least 640 hours.

EVALUATION:

• Members serving less than a full-time term of service (<1700 hours) will receive only an end-of-term evaluation
  
  

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Lift or move up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly.

• Frequently traverse uneven terrain; balance, stoop, kneel, reach, push, pull, and/or grasp.

• Have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned.

• Receive detailed information through oral or signed communication; convey important instructions accurately and effectively.

• Work outdoors, subject to outside environmental conditions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Rocky Mountain Youth Corps is available to all and we will not discriminate or refuse services to any staff or member because of perceived or actual race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, military service or pregnancy.

RMYC is a drug free workplace.  All RMYC positions depend upon funding availability.

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