Position Title:  Assistant Crew Leader– AmeriCorps

Conservation Legacy Program: Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps

Site Location: Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps Zuni 

Trailer #2 Twin Buttes Dr., Zuni New Mexico, 87327

 

Terms of Service:

Start Date: 09/01/2025 End Date: 04/24/2026 AmeriCorps Slot Classification: 1200 Hour Term

 

Purpose:

Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps established itself as its own corps in 2021. Our program strives to cultivate a new generation of local land stewards. We partner with tribal communities and land managers to accomplish impactful and lasting conservation service projects. ALCC works to build and support sustainable public access, historical interpretation and ecological health. Crews and interns have being working on projects from historical preservation, traditional agriculture, chainsaw crews, hiking clubs, stream restoration, fencing, trail construction, and more. ALCC also aims to incorporate traditional culture and language as part of crew lifestyle and project work.  

"Leading our Nations back to ecological and cultural well-being"  

Program and Position Summary: 

Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps (ALCC) engages motivated young adults, ages 18 - 30, to complete challenging and impactful conservation and service projects throughout the western United States. Projects may include trail construction & maintenance, habitat improvement, hazardous fuels reduction, re-vegetation, historic preservation, and local environmental service projects. ALCC provides opportunities for members to learn about and connect with the environment, issues surrounding conservation, and local Indigenous values.  

ALCC crews work in a variety of National Parks, National Forests, tribal lands and other public areas. Selected members are placed on a crew which will then collaborate to perform project work.  ALCC is a non-residential program and does not offer housing.  Gear and equipment rental is available upon request.  

Description of Duties

Essential Skills: 

Critical thinking and ability to resolve issues and solve problems  Ability to exercise judgment and make decisions in dynamic situations  Willingness to learn and be a part of a community of peer leaders  Willingness to foster open and healthy communication with crew leader and crew  Must be adaptive, patient, and able to maintain a positive perspective on crew  Willingness to commit fully to the program and its mission for the full duration of term  Willingness to learn and be a part of a dynamic community of peer leaders  Must bring and maintain a positive perspective throughout term  Must respect the dignity and diverse lifestyles of Indigenous people  Must be able to work long days in adverse conditions  Frequently required to walk, hike, sit and talk or listen 

Project Management & Implementation - assistant leaders will be trained and expected to demonstrate progressing ability in the skills listed below  

Train and motivate a crew of 5 young adults to efficiently complete conservation projects on public lands    Delegation of project work & investment among crew leader and crew   Manage the on-the-ground quality and quantity of project work   Think critically to resolve issues and solve problems   Communicate effectively & coordinate logistics with project partners, crew leader, & ALCC staff  

Leadership Support - Assistant crew leaders are not required to have all this experience but will be mentored in obtaining these experiences. The assistant crew leader will work with the Crew Leader to foster a culture of accountability and safety within the crew. 

Manage, supervise, and lead the day-to-day details of project work   Implement skills training on worksite and facilitate intentional discussions via informal lessons to contribute to the crew’s personal growth and group dynamics   Promote individual corps member development and a healthy community  Must be willing to follow and enforce all policies, maintain professional boundaries, and appropriately represent Ancestral Lands. This includes creating a substance free work environment, refraining from the use of tobacco products, alcohol, and drugs while involved in the program 

Safety & Risk Management  

Monitor, manage, and promote the crew’s physical and emotional safety on and off the work site   Exhibit strong situational awareness & promote a culture of safety   Transport crew and equipment safely in ALCC’s vehicles with trailers  

Administration - assists the Crew Leader in completing professional documentation of daily and weekly reports, corps member and peer evaluations, disciplinary action forms, incident reports, etc.

Qualifications:

United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien At least 21 years of ageHave a driver's license and insurable driving record  Has received a high school diploma or equivalency certificate; or has not dropped out of elementary or secondary school to enroll as an AmeriCorps participant, and agrees to obtain a high school diploma or its equivalent prior to using the education award Agrees to provide information to establish eligibility and to complete a National Service Criminal History Check.

Our Commitment:

Conservation Legacy is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to perform essential functions. Some positions may require periodic overnight travel, non-traditional hours, ability to move across varied terrain, use program-specific tools and a range of technology on an infrequent or frequent basis. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Ability to safely drive an organizational vehicle may also be required for some positions. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager.

 

Time Requirements:

Typically, this position is expected to serve Tuesday to Tuesday, but exact service schedules may vary. A half hour lunch break will not be counted towards AmeriCorps service Member may be required to participate in national, state, or local service projects or events as part of their service term.

Orientation and Training:

Member will receive an orientation that includes training on AmeriCorps prohibited and unallowable activities.

Benefits:

Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $5,176.50 Living Allowance of $580 per week. Additional Benefit of $125.88 per week. Healthcare Coverage if Eligible Childcare Coverage if Eligible Loan forbearance if Eligible Interest Payments if Eligible

Evaluation and Reporting:

As an AmeriCorps member, performance will be evaluated on whether the member has completed the required number of hours, the member has satisfactorily completed assignments, and if the member has met other performance criteria that were clearly communicated at the beginning of the term of service.

Reporting requirements include, but are not limited to, bi-weekly timesheets and accomplishment tracking.

 

Supervisor Name and Contact Information:

James Othole, Program Coordinator: (970) 317-3236, jothole@conservationlegacy.org 

Kevin Cooeyate, Program Coordinator: (505) 906-4692, kcooeyate@conservationlegacy.org 

Conservation Legacy is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

 

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodations due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager.