Texas Conservation Corps (TXCC) | Conservation and Disaster Response Team Members and Leaders | Austin, TX (2024)

Texas Conservation Corps (TXCC) | Conservation and Disaster Response Team Members and Leaders | Austin, TX | 1200 hour

JOB DETAILS

Actively Recruiting: Yes
Position title: Texas Conservation Corps (TXCC) | Conservation and Disaster Response Team Members and Leaders | Austin, TX | 1200 hour
Type of Position: Corpsmember / Intern
Town, City, Park, etc: Austin
State / Territory: Texas
Benefits: Education Award, Health Insurance, Meals/Food Assistance, Public Land Corps Hiring Authority, Student Loan Forbearance, Transportation Assistance
Project/Program Focus: Climate Change, Disaster Prep/Response, Forestry, Habitat Restoration, Invasive Species Management, Landscaping, Native Plants, Other, Trails

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ORGANIZATION/PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Founded in 1975, American YouthWorks connects young people with equitable access to educational and career opportunities, and support services through the Texas Conservation Corps, Louisiana Conservation Corps, Arkansas Conservation Corps, and YouthBuild Austin programs. In a supportive learning environment, participants learn new job skills by addressing urgent community issues such as building micro homes for shelterless individuals, disaster response through FEMA deployments, environmental resilience, and access to affordable housing and healthcare. AYW programs are award-winning models that welcome youth and young adults from diverse backgrounds, offering connection to innovative education and career training that can lead to meaningful employment and career opportunities.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Are you interested in getting paid to gain experience and build community in conservation, habitat restoration, trail projects, and disaster relief with opportunities to camp across Texas?

The Texas Conservation Corps (TXCC) of American YouthWorks has crew openings starting in September 2024 for multiple Member and Leader positions with our crews based in:

  • Austin, TX

TXCC participants engage in hands-on conservation projects on public lands, coastal regions, National Parks and recreational areas across the Central Southern United States. The Conservation Corps experience builds leadership skills, connection with community, and prepares young people with skills needed to enter the workforce with a strong work ethic and sense of service!

Conservation and Disaster Response Teams: These crews are focused on conservation projects throughout Texas landscapes and beyond. Crew Leaders and Members complete habitat restoration and trail projects with a variety of partners, from the National Park Service to local County Parks. Though most of the season will consist of conservation projects, these crews remain on-call and able to deploy should a flood, fire, hurricane, or other disasters occur. TXCC is both a state and federal resource during disasters, and leaders receive training in spontaneous volunteer management, donations management, and the Incident Command System. Common partners include FEMA and the Texas Department of Emergency Management.

This is a full-time seasonal term-based AmeriCorps position working outdoors that specifically focuses on gaining experience in disaster mitigation, habitat restoration, trail projects, and disaster relief. The Texas Conservation Corps is a Program of American YouthWorks.

APPLICATIONS DUE ON OUR WEBSITE: ASAP! Priority due date is before August 9, 2024 by 11:59pm CST

COMPENSATION (Monthly Living Allowance):

  • Crew Leader $2,720 per month ($1,360 biweekly)
  • Crew Member $2,400 per month ($1,200 biweekly)

AMERICORPS TERM LENGTHS

AUSTIN, TX (1200 hour)

  • Crew Leader: September 9, 2024 – May 23, 2025
  • Crew Member: September 23, 2024 – May 23, 2025

BENEFITS

  • Monthly Living Allowance: to cover basic expenses during your service term
  • Medical Health Insurance: Provided at no cost to participants by The Corps Network (TCN), eligible members can opt-in OR opt-out
  • Personal and Professional Growth
  • Technical and Fundamental skills training
  • Support Services: Needs-based Support Services are offered for participants that need assistance with transportation, food, vital documents, bills, and other financial needs.
  • Gear & Boot Assistance for qualified purchases.
  • Segal AmeriCorps Education Award: money for qualified student loans, higher education and training programs
  • Student Loan Forbearance: For eligible student loans, temporarily postpone payments during your term of service.
  • Opportunity to network and build connections with partnering agencies: Including US Forest Service, Texas Forest Service, Texas Parks and Wildlife, National Park Service, and more!
  • Public Land Corps (PLC) Non-Competitive Hiring Eligibility status for jobs on Federal Lands
  • Industry-Recognized Certifications and Trainings: depend on crew type and availability, and are not guaranteed during a term of service. Some that are frequently offered are the American Red Cross Adult First Aid/CPR/AED Certification, the S-212 Wildland Chainsaw Certification (typically only for Crew Leaders), and FEMA Certifications (for crews on disaster response teams).
  • Yoga Club: At the Austin, TX operating site only, participants may choose to join the weekly, 45 minute, Conservation Corps Yoga Club class led by a certified Yoga Instructor. Classes are for all skill levels and members can count AmeriCorps hours.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Frequently required to walk and hike over long distances while carrying tools
  • Ability to operate tools
  • Heavy lifting, bending, and carrying up to 35-50* pounds (*depending on crew type)
  • Walking and working on steep or uneven terrain
  • Ability to work long days in adverse weather conditions
  • Depending on crew type, ability to hitch, camp, and travel throughout the duration of an entire AmeriCorps term

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Between the ages of 18-35; Ages 21+ for Crew Leaders
  • US Citizenship or lawful permanent US Resident
  • Ability to pass a National Service Criminal History Check (NSCHC)
  • Additional experience and qualifications for Crew Leaders
    • Clean 3-year Driving Record
    • 3-5 months of previous conservation experience (ex: chainsaws, habitat restoration, invasive species removal, trail work)
  • View more qualifications on our website by clicking here!

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Effective in diverse community settings
  • Able to work independently and with a crew while having a safety mindset
  • Strong commitment to completing an entire term of service with a desire to serve the community and the environment
  • Adaptability and flexibility with project tasks during service hours
  • Desire to learn, grow and challenge yourself
  • Additional Preferred Experience and Qualifications for Crew Leaders
    • Willingness to engage in hard conversations and mediate conflict
    • Desire to explore your leaderships style and develop leadership skills
    • Good problem solving and logistical skills
    • Lead/Teach skills/patience/collaborative leadership – something about that

HOW TO APPLY

Apply here (Two-Step Process: 1. Interest Form & 2. Full Application) under “Conservation Corps”

*The Full Application link is emailed after completing an Interest Form*

General Crew Type, Open Position, Qualifications, and Benefits Information found on our website here:https://americanyouthworks.org/programs/cc/join/

American YouthWorks’ and AmeriCorps Non-Discrimination Policies

This program is available to all, without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, marital or parental status, genetic information and military service.

JOB DUTIES

CONTACT INFORMATION

Conservation Corps of American YouthWorks – Texas, Louisiana, and Arkansas

Email: [emailprotected]

Main Office Phone:512-744-1900 (choose respective region on menu options)

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Our Trails Across Texas (TAT) crew acts as Texas Parks and Wildlife Division's (TPWD) State Park Trail Crew. They work with Texas Parks & Wildlife Staff to address accessibility, erosion, and trail maintenance needs in Texas State Parks.

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