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About the Role

The Field Training and Development Supervisor I provides direct supervision, training, development, and logistical support to crews of AmeriCorps members during their term of service. This role oversees field operations for conservation and disaster response services, focusing on risk management and project completion.

Responsibilities

Spend 60% of time in the Field and 40% in office
Manage projects according to partner expectations and AYW standards
Act as a Project Partner Liaison
Coordinate project logistics
Communicate in a timely and professional manner with project partners
Conduct frequent site visits to ensure successful project outcomes
Purchase supplies needed for project work and coordinate with AYW’s accounting team
Train and supervise AmeriCorps members
Assist with the planning and implementation of Crew Leader and Crew Member orientations
Conduct ongoing training for AmeriCorps members throughout their term
Train and lead AmeriCorps members in conservation projects, disaster response activities, risk management, and safety standards
Cultivate a positive member experience through one-on-one support, team-building and leadership development
Support positive mental and emotional health of members through check-ins and resource referral
Handle conflict management and enforce disciplinary measures as necessary
Assist in required performance evaluations of AmeriCorps members
Transport members to enrollment and service activities
Complete and maintain timely and accurate project documentation
Enter All Project Logs into the database system weekly
Store project related documents in shared electronic files
Manage field metrics and expense data for grant reporting
Maintain up-to-date trail, chainsaw, and disaster deployment expertise
Maintain facility, chainsaw shop, tools, gear, and program vehicles
Set up, manage, and track vendor accounts
Establish maintenance protocols with members and leaders
Participate in interviewing/selecting potential AmeriCorps members
Assist and support disaster deployments on the ground
Lead activities and ensure safety on volunteer projects
Attend weekly staff meetings and other team meetings as required
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED and completion of a 2-year vocational program related to the specified field of study, and 2 years of the specified work experience; OR 30 hours towards a bachelor’s degree with at least 6 hours in the specified or related field of study and 3 years of the specified work experience.
One to three years of previous related experience in conservation and restoration programs.
Prior experience leading and teaching a team or supervising.
Familiarity with AmeriCorps or public service.
Experience with reporting measurements, working with contracts, responding to audit requests, ensuring compliance, and coordinating members.
Experience working with young adults and academically and socially at-risk opportunity youth, ages 18–28.

Skills

Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access)
Google Docs and Google Sheets
Trail building and habitat restoration
Mechanical and basic tool knowledge, including chainsaw use
CPR and Wilderness First Aid
Herbicide use
Team-based coordination and logistics
Strong team-leadership and leader-development skills
Strong problem-solving, logistical, and conflict-resolution skills
Basic computer skills
Ability to operate passenger vans, trucks with trailers, and other heavy equipment
Chainsaw operation, GPS/GIS, carpentry, and small-engine maintenance
Strong project-management and project-partner-relations skills
Ability to operate effectively in diverse community settings
Ability to provide mentorship under stressful conditions
Conservation, trail building, construction and maintenance of park infrastructure, habitat restoration, invasive-species removal, wildfire mitigation, disaster response, and safe tool use
Maintain attention to detail and accuracy
Remain well-organized, cooperative, patient, and willing to assist others
Demonstrate an open and honest personality
Remain flexible under pressure
Exercise sound decision-making
Build consensus
Apply flexible problem-solving in the field
Serve as a positive role model

Location

AYW Headquarters, Austin, TX

Work Type

Regular, Full-time
In-person and onsite
Indoors
Outdoors

Experience Level

One to three years of previous related experience
Prior experience leading and teaching a team or supervising

Education Level

High School Diploma or GED
Completion of a 2-year vocational program
30 hours towards a bachelor’s degree

Benefits

11 personal days annually
8 sick days annually
19 break days annually
17 holidays annually
2 float holidays annually
Employer contributions toward medical and dental plan
Employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Long Term Disability
Pre-tax programs for child and health care
Supplemental income and additional voluntary life options
403(b) retirement with employer contribution
Employment service awards every 5-years

About the Company

American YouthWorks (AYW) is dedicated to providing opportunities for young adults.