What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crew Member - Urban Green Pittsburgh Fall High School Team position at Student Conservation Association, Inc?
Position Summary
This position is a blend of hands on environmental education (50%) and service projects (50%). Afternoon, after-school sessions will be predominately environmental education based at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History; Saturday sessions will meet at the SCA office and will be predominately environmental service projects. This position intended to be an extension of the Pittsburgh Community Summer program, and priority is given to applicants who have successfully participated as members or leaders in that program.
Hosting Organization
The Student Conservation Association, Inc
Location
Pittsburgh, PA
- This position is primarily in an urban setting where emergency services, public transportation, and cell phone reception are available within 30 minutes . Interactions with members of the public are regular and frequent.
- This position may conduct work in an urban setting where emergency services, public transportation, and cell phone reception are readily accessible. Interactions with members of the public are regular and frequent.
- This position may conduct work in an urban setting where emergency services, public transportation, and cell phone reception are readily accessible. Interactions with members of the public are regular and frequent.
Schedule
September 15, 2026 - November 21, 2026
Tuesday 4:00pm-6:30pm
Thursday 4:00pm-6:30pm
Saturday: 10:00am-3:30pm, with an unpaid 30min lunch
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Actively engage in environmental education activities, lead by SCA staff, Carnegie Museum Staff, and third party Staff. Actively engage in environmental service projects led by SCA staff, Carnegie Museum Staff, other third party staff. These projects include tree care and maintenance, habitat restoration, and trailwork.
Marginal Duties
Actively engage in environmental education activities, lead by SCA staff, Carnegie Museum Staff, and third party Staff. Actively engage in environmental service projects led by SCA staff, Carnegie Museum Staff, other third party staff. These projects include tree care and maintenance, habitat restoration, and trailwork.
Required Qualifications
Current high school student between the ages of 14 - 18; Participants should have prior outdoor conservation experience, a desire to work outside in all weather conditions, and willingness to engage in team building activities. Must have the ability to legally work in the US. Ability to be at the CMNH in Oakland, by 4:30pm on Tuesday and Thursdays. Ability to be at the SCA office in the Hill District by 10:00am on Saturdays
Preferred Qualifications
Previous SCA experience
Hours
10 per week
Living Accommodations
Housing is not provided
Compensation
$11/hour
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Driving
Driving is not required
Additional Benefits
AmeriCorps: Not Eligible
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.