What are the responsibilities and job description for the Urban Green - Riverdale Park Forestry Crew Member position at Student Conservation Association, Inc?
Position Summary
This project will focus on several different aspects of conservation stewardship within NYC. Crew members will be introduced to safe and effective tool use. Crew members will work in collaboration with other youth crew members. Crew members will engage in various service activities including trail maintenance, invasive species management, wetland restoration and urban forestry. The goals of these projects are to improve the ecological integrity of the natural areas within NYC and ultimately aid in climate resiliency.
Location
Riverdale, Bronx (Spuyten Duyvil area)
Schedule
July 6, 2026 - August 14, 2026
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Members are to arrive on time for scheduled work days either at the work site or designated meeting location; Members will engage in hands on physical service work.
Marginal Duties
60% Conservation Trail Stewardship Work(Training Provided) 25% Invasive Species Management(Training Provided) 15% Environmental Education(Lessons and Activities Provided)
Required Qualifications
Good Punctuality/Attendance. Willingness to work doing a variety of tasks in the outdoors.
Preferred Qualifications
Positive Attitude Positive Team Player Responsive Communication Consistent Attendance
Hours
30 per week
Living Accommodations
This is a commuting crew. Members will return home each afternoon after the work day concludes.
Compensation
Travel allowance commuting- $34.00 per week Hourly Pay- $17.00/hour for 30 hours per week. All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Personal Vehicle Information
Not needed
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.
Salary : $17 - $34