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Urban Green- DC Metro Schoolyear Youth Community Crew

Student Conservation Association

Washington, DC • On-site

$18/hr

Temporary

Re-posted 10 days ago


Job description

Position Summary
This Saturday schoolyear crew, consisting of 2 adult Leaders and 5 local high school Members, will introduce young people to the fields of urban and community forestry and land conservation while supporting environmental stewardship in Washington, DC. Crew Members will complete a variety of hands-on conservation projects across 15 workdays throughout the schoolyear, including planting and maintaining trees and removing invasive species in neighborhoods with limited tree canopy and access to green space. Throughout the program, Members will also participate in environmental education, workforce development, leadership training, and green career exploration activities.
Hosting Organization
Casey Trees
Location
Washington, DC
  • 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 a front country setting where emergency services are accessible, but may be delayed by 1-2 hours. Access to public transportation at work site is limited or not possible. Cell phone reception is limited, spotty, or not available.

Schedule
15 Select Saturdays from October 2026 - May 2027; exact dates TBD
Key Duties and Responsibilities
  • Work collaboratively with team members to complete outdoor hands-on projects
  • Learn new skills in tree care, conservation, and invasive plant removal
  • Participate in career builder activities.

Marginal Duties
  • Complete feedback surveys
  • Participate in professional development sessions like career panels and SMART Goal planning.

Required Qualifications
  • Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per day, exposed to the elements
  • Must be a minimum of 15 years of age and enrolled in high school
  • Must have the ability to legally work in the US
  • Must be able to obtain a DC Minor Work permit if applicable
  • Must be able to complete SCA online onboarding new hire paperwork in a timely manner.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working in a team
  • Open to learning new skills and more about conservation
  • Outdoor work or volunteer experience a plus

Hours
Part-time, intermittent position. Members will work approximately 15 Saturdays throughout the school year (exact dates to be determined). Each workday is an 8-hour shift.
Living Accommodations
No housing provided - candidates must live locally
Compensation
  • $18/hour; biweekly pay schedule

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Personal Vehicle Information
  • Not needed

Driving
  • Driving is not required

Additional Benefits
  • AmeriCorps: Not Eligible

Equal Opportunity Statement
SCA is an equal opportunity employer. Selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and performance, without unlawful discrimination.