Student Conservation Association’s mission is to build the next generation of conservation leaders and inspire lifelong stewardship of the environment and communities by engaging young people in hands-on service to the land.
We are in the process of recruiting and hiring leaders for the 2022 National Park Service Youth Weekend Ambassador Program. Participants can benefit from learning valuable work-skills, networking, and green job training. See below for more details on the leader position working in the National Capital Area-East (NACE) region of the National Park Service.
NACE Youth Weekend Ambassador Crew Leader
- Program Dates: Select weekend dates throughout Sep 2022 – June 2023
Work Schedule: 9AM – 3PM on select Saturdays and Sundays during program; Up to five hours of administration and pre/post program work outside of weekend dates
Primary Responsibilities: Two crew leaders will support eight high school students over 12 weekend dates during the September to June school year. The members and leaders—the NACE crew—will work on creating awareness about the Anacostia River Trail, Hiker-Biker Trail, and other park resources through community outreach efforts. They will lead hikes and bike rides on the trail in collaboration with other community groups.
Compensation: $20 per hour working 18 – 20 hours each work weekend; Includes scheduled time working with crew, pre/post field work miscellaneous tasks, and administrative tasks
HOW TO APPLY: To read more about job responsibilities, qualifications, and application information, please visit https://www.thesca.org/
weekend-ambassador-crew-leader .