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About the Role
The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on conservation programs for youth and adults. SCA New York partners with state agencies and nonprofit organizations across the state, placing members in 10-month positions to engage in conservation stewardship projects and public education.
Responsibilities
- Research, develop, promote, and teach outdoor education to diverse audiences.
- Reach out to potential patrons including school groups and clubs.
- Lead outdoor recreation programs for diverse audiences.
- Perform trail stewardship, including educating visitors, trail assessment, and improvements.
- Conduct stewardship fieldwork, including invasive and native species monitoring.
- Assist patrons at the Visitor Center and maintain Visitor Center displays and storage areas.
- Attend professional development and trainings.
- Provide outdoor education and recreation programs for the public and school groups, including researching, developing, and delivering programs about the natural and social history of the site.
- Create and distribute promotional materials for education programs.
- Seek new audiences for education programs, including local libraries, pre-schools, veterans, and individuals with mobility or cognitive impairments.
- Assess and update all education programs as necessary.
- Lead public recreation programs, such as hikes, year-round.
- Assist with conservation stewardship projects, including Fire Monitoring surveys and invasive species mapping and removal.
- Participate in SCA Corps-wide trainings and service projects, as well as project evaluation and reporting.
- Assess footpaths in the Park and make improvements, including structural repairs.
- Assist with educational improvements, such as hanging signs or speaking to patrons about trail use.
- Act as a trail steward on busy days.
- Develop various education tools related to trails, possibly including signs and website descriptions.
- Assist in the supervision of the work of the NYNJ Trail Conference Trail Stewards.
- Staff the Sam’s Point Visitor Center, including patron assistance and maintenance of displays.
- Answer phones and staff the information desk at the Visitor Center.
- Provide education about Leave No Trace and the natural and social history of Minnewaska.
- Provide general information about the site, including directions and park policies.
- Assist patrons at the Visitor Center and maintain Visitor Center displays and storage areas.
Requirements
- Ability to pass a background check.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- At least two years of college experience in a relevant field.
- Being a citizen, permanent resident, or national of the United States.
- Being at least 18 years or older.
- Having a high school diploma or equivalent or actively working to complete.
- Willingness to undergo National Service Criminal History Check, including criminal background, sex offender and FBI checks.
- Personal vehicle is required for personal travel.
- Must possess a current and valid driver’s license for the type of vehicle to be operated.
- Provide your State Driver's Abstract from your State's DMV (reimbursable).
- Pass New York State OPRHP Driver Training.
Skills
- Coursework in education, environmental studies or related field.
- Familiarity with the flora and fauna of New York State.
- Specialized training in education such as Project WET and Project WILD considered a plus.
Location
- Cragsmoor, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- At least two years of college experience
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent or actively working to complete
Salary/Compensations
- $500/week
- $1,000/Month
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- AmeriCorps benefits
About the Company
- The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on conservation programs for youth and adults.
- Program participants protect and restore national parks, national forests, wildlife refuges, marine sanctuaries, historic landmarks, community green spaces, and much more across the country.
- The SCA New York partners with state agencies and nonprofit organizations across the state of New York.
- SCA New York members serve in 10-month positions alongside conservation professionals, engaging in conservation stewardship projects and education services for the general public.
Equal Opportunity
- The SCA is an equal opportunity employer. Selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and performance, without unlawful discrimination.