Deadline: Fri, 03/10/2023 - 12:00pm Employer: Montana Conservation Corps Job Field: Forestry Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management Water and Soil Resources Wildlife Job Type: Seasonal, Temporary, Internship Location: Montana Location Detail: Kalispell or Bozeman Job Description: GAIN PROFESSIONAL JOB SKILLS, CONTRIBUTE TO CLIMATE RESILIENCE, AND LAUNCH YOUR NATURAL RESOURCE CAREER! At MCC, we focus on the growth of our participants, positively impacting our climate and environment, and transferable job skills. Crew Leaders and their crews will camp while working on physically demanding and essential natural resource and conservation projects on some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the Northern Rockies and Plains. Our crew leaders go through a leadership development program crafted over two decades to enhance their confidence, resilience, and technical capabilities. Wildland Restoration Teams participate in a variety of innovative wetlands and habitat restoration projects, including managing invasive plants through herbicide application, seed collection, and various mesic restoration techniques including beaver mimicry and in-stream beaver-dam analog construction, a simple, effective, and non-invasive approach to riparian restoration. Projects are often rigorous, requiring participants to carry a heavy backpack sprayer and working in hot weather across rugged terrain while wearing protective gear. These crews work with a diverse range of stakeholders (private, government, and non-profit) in order to achieve large scale land conservation efforts with rural communities throughout the state of Montana. This is a great opportunity for current students, recent college graduates, or anyone who has an interest in restoration to gain practical field experience in a rapidly growing area of conservation, with and a strong potential for future career paths. Wildland Restoration Teams mitigate invasive plants in the remote Selway Bitterroot Wilderness, Glacier National Park, and on the breathtaking plains of eastern Montana. Crew Leaders also earn Herbicide Applicator Licenses. Wildland Restoration Team Leader (August End) Location: Kalispell or Missoula, MT Ages: 18-35 Program Dates: 02/27/2023 - 08/11/2023; OPEN TO A LATER START DATE UP UNTIL MARCH 20TH! Living Allowance: $1,120 biweekly before taxes are taken out AmeriCorps Education Award: $3,247.50 upon completion of the program Health Insurance: Provided at NO COST Member Assistance Program: Free 24/7 access to confidential behavioral health counseling, financial assistance, medical/legal advocacy, and more! Food Per Diem while on Projects Access to Pro Deals! Housing options may be available in specific regions; talk with a Program Manager to learn more!! Wildland Restoration Team Leader (Extended, October End) Location: Bozeman or Missoula MT Ages: 18-35 Program Dates: 02/27/2023 - 10/27/2023; OPEN TO A LATER START DATE UP UNTIL MARCH 20TH! Living Allowance: $1,120 biweekly before taxes are taken out AmeriCorps Education Award: $4,546.50 upon completion of the program Health Insurance: Provided at NO COST Member Assistance Program: Free 24/7 access to confidential behavioral health counseling, financial assistance, medical/legal advocacy, and more! Food Per Diem while on Projects Access to Pro Deals! Housing options may be available in specific regions; talk with a Program Manager to learn more!! Learn More About Adult Conservation Crews: https://www.mtcorps.org/joinmcc/adult-conservation-crews/learn-more-about-adult-conservation-crews.html APPLY/FULL POSITION DESCRIPTION HERE: https://www.mtcorps.org/joinmcc/open-positions/ Check out our “Why Join MCC” Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40_fFkN6qrQ MCC is committed to being diverse, welcoming, and inclusive. We are working to reduce barriers to participating in our programs. 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. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Qualifications: High school degree, GED, or willingness to work towards obtaining a GED Ages 18-35 US Citizen, National or lawful permanent resident Ability to pass a National Service Criminal History Check Ability to eventually hike 3-20 miles per day in terrain that can be steep, rocky or uneven, often wearing a 45lb backpack while carrying tools and sometimes backpacking with full packs of 60 – 70lbs Ability to lift up to 35 pounds repeatedly and use hand and power tools Effective written and oral communication skills Ability to obtain Wilderness Advanced First Aid/CPR training. (Training is reimbursable to allotted amount/ MCC provides training) Demonstrates desire to serve the community and the environment Embraces willingness to work long, hard hours in all weather conditions; ability to be away on overnight trips for up to 10 days at a time Commitment to completing term; available for duration of entire term of service Strongly Preferred Qualifications: Valid driver’s license, ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check 21 years old on the start date of the program Salary: $2,240 p/month AmeriCorps living stipend w/ benefits Benefits: AmeriCorps Education Award: $4,546.50 upon completion of the program Health Insurance: Provided at NO COST Member Assistance Program: Free 24/7 access to confidential behavioral health counseling, financial assistance, medical/legal advocacy, and more! Food Per Diem while on Projects Access to Pro Deals! Housing options may be available in specific regions; talk with a Program Manager to learn more!! How to Apply: Apply Here: https://www.mtcorps.org/joinmcc/open-positions/ Contact: Caleb Stewart (he/him/his) Recruitment & Admissions Manager Montana Conservation Corps 406-587-4475 ext.106
