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Position Title:2026 Fall Flagstaff Roving Assistant Crew Leader- AmeriCorps

Conservation Legacy Program: Arizona Conservation Corps

Site Location:AZCC Flagstaff Office

2500 N RoseSt.

Flagstaff, AZ 86004

Terms of Service:

• Start Date: 08/24/2026

• End Date: 12/11/2026

• AmeriCorps Slot Classification:450 Hours

Purpose:

Arizona Conservation Corps (AZCC) is an AmeriCorps program that engages motivated young adults, ages 18 - 30, to complete challenging and impactful conservation and service projects throughout the western United States. AZCC crews serve in a variety of National Parks, National Forests, and other public areas. Projects may include trail construction & maintenance, habitat improvement, hazardousfuelsreduction, historic preservation, chemical and mechanical invasive plant removal, and local environmental service projects. AZCC provides opportunities for members tolearn about the local environment and conservation issues throughout the duration of the program. Selected members are placed on a crew that will then collaborate to perform project work. This is an AmeriCorps position.

Description of Duties:

Roving Assistant Crew Leaders (RACL)are responsible forfacilitatinga positive crew member experience by setting an example of enthusiasm throughout work and camp life. The RACL works in tandem with the Crew Leader (CL) to communicate directions, project specifications, and constructive criticism throughout the term of service. The RACL will expand their role, learn leadership strategies, and assume management duties including filling in for the CL in project relations or completing paperwork when needed. While a standard ACL spends the entire field season paired with a CL on one crew, the RACL should expect to be moved between crews from hitch to hitch as needed to fill gaps, split hitches between crews, and spend a mix of time in the field and working with office staff to achieve other objectives.In the event ofan ACL resigning, the RACL could be placed as permanent ACL on a specific crew for theremainderof the season. The RACL should be very flexible in scheduling, travel, and type of work performed week to week.

Program Expectations:

• Commitment - AZCC participants must commit to all aspects of the program, including conservation projects, education, training, and other crew activities.

• Safety - All participantsare required toparticipatein a culture of safety on their crew during all program activities by being aware of and adhering to program policies, as well as fostering an atmosphere of wellness in the program.

• Professionalism - Participants must be willing to follow all AZCC policies,maintainprofessional boundaries, and appropriately represent AZCC.

• Teamwork - Members must be willing to engage in collaboration, respect others, andassistin making group decisions.

• Technology - Projects are often in remote locations. The use of technology will be limited.

• Substance Free - Participants MUST be willing and able to refrain from alcohol and drugs whileparticipatingin the AZCC program.

Qualifications:

• United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien

• At least 17 years of age

• Has received a high school diploma or equivalency certificate; or has not dropped out of elementary or secondary school to enroll as an AmeriCorps participant, and agrees to obtain a high school diploma or its equivalent prior to using the education award

• Agrees to provide information toestablisheligibility and to complete a National Service Criminal History Check.

Assistant Crew Leader Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior AmeriCorps service and experience with backpacking, wilderness travel, campmanagementand outdoor leadership preferred

• Flexibility, adaptability, and capacity to work in a changing work environment, including willingness toworka varying schedule. This position could also be deployed for national disaster relief, outside the region, for multiple weeks.

• Excellent communication, teaching/mentoring, and full conflict resolution and team-building skills

• Valid driver's license and an insurable driving record

• Relevant bachelor's degree

Our Commitment:

Conservation Legacy is committed to the full consideration of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities areprovidedreasonable accommodations to perform essential job functions. Physical requirements may include periodic overnight travel, non-traditional work hours, ability to move across varied terrain, use program-specifictoolsand a range of technology on an infrequent or frequent basis. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. The ability to safely drive an organizational vehicle may also berequiredfor some positions. If you needassistanceand/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager.

Time Requirements:

• Typically, this position is expected to serve Tuesday to Tuesday, but exact service schedules may vary. A half-hour lunch break will not be counted towards AmeriCorps service.

• This positiongenerally entailsan8 days on /6 days off hitch schedule. Time off will not bepermittedduring hitches, and members/leaders are expected to plan accordingly.

• Members maybe requiredtoparticipatein national, state, or local service projects or events as part of their service term.

Orientation and Training:

• Members will receive an orientation that includes training onAmeriCorpsprohibited and unallowable activities.

• Training will also focus on topics such as Wilderness First Aid, Leave No Trace,outdoor living, crew culture, andgoal setting.

• Depending on project needs, crews may receive instruction in herbicide, crosscut saw, chainsaw, or other specialized tool use.

• Informal training will continue throughout the term in areas including tool maintenance, plant identification, and overview of public land management agencies.

Benefits:

• Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $1956.35

• Living Allowance of $480 per week

• Additional Benefit of $195 per week

• Childcare Coverage if eligible

• Loan forbearance if eligible

• Interest Payments if eligible