Seed Tree ID Crew Supervisor

ROCKY MOUNTAIN YOUTH CORPS

2024 Summer Crew Supervisor Position Description

Upper Rio Grande Office (Taos)

Rocky Mountain Youth Corps (RMYC) is a nonprofit youth development organization serving New Mexico. We inspire young adults to make a positive difference in themselves and their communities.

Through training and service, Corpsmembers discover their potential for healthy, productive lives.

POSITION PURPOSE:

Crew Supervisors are RMYC field-based staff who manage the day-to-day operations of crews of youth and young adults, and are integral to the fulfillment of RMYC’s mission. The Crew Supervisor will manage a diverse crew of participants between the ages of 18 to 25 in the safe and efficient completion of conservation projects outdoors, while providing structured opportunities for personal and professional development throughout this season. Often working under minimal supervision, Crew Supervisors exercise discretion and independent judgment on matters relating to the safety, well-being, and performance of crew members in the field. Crew supervisors are trained, empowered, and expected to enforce RMYC and AmeriCorps policies and expected behavior of corpsmembers in office and the field.

Rocky Mountain Youth Corps, in partnership with Santa Fe National Forest, are seeking candidates to serve as a supervisor of a small crew to relocate superior seed trees that were originally located in the 1970’s and 1980’s. The crew will use past paper records and map and compass to locate trees and gather basic data such as recorded GPS, take photos, and update records on the status of the trees. This information will be reviewed by a forester who will determine if these trees are adequate for cone and seed collection for future restoration efforts across New Mexico. Crew members will be trained in orienteering (using a map and compass to navigate to a certain location).

POSITION TYPE: Seasonal, full time, non-exempt

SCHEDULE: Schedule will consist of Day work. Day work schedule is Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. May change due to project needs.

HOURLY WAGE: $21-$25 per hour before taxes, paid every two weeks. Exact pay depends on experience. Overtime eligible.

REPORTS TO: Tribal Programs Coordinator

DATES: May 13th, 2024 to August 2, 2024. Three weeks of paid orientation training followed by project work.

(Actual dates and locations may vary due to weather, COVID-19, or other conditions)

LOCATION: Rocky Mountain Youth Corps, 1203 King Drive #3, Taos, NM 87571 with project locations throughout

the Carson National Forest. Participants must have reliable transportation to and from this location.

BENEFITS: Paid time off, paid federal holidays off, partial cell phone reimbursement, Eligible for Public Lands Corps Hiring Authority status, Pro-Deals.As described in the RMYC Staff Manual and Crew Supervisor Manual.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Function: Crew Operations

• Directly supervise a crew of 2 AmeriCorps members in the completion of projects including tree identification, tree mapping, data collection, and other forestry-related tasks as assigned.

• Manage personnel matters with a level of autonomy from staff while in remote areas with limited communication and support channels.

• Hold crew accountable to RMYC policy and code of conduct and utilize the discipline spectrum, as needed, with staff support.

• Inform RMYC staff and agency partners of important crew developments during formal and informal meetings/debriefs.

• Plan for and purchase crew-related food and supplies as needed, with a set budget, and properly document receipts.

Essential Function: Risk Management

• Manage crew’s physical/emotional well-being and promote a culture of safety in all aspects of crew life.

• Safely transport crew to/from project sites in an RMYC vehicle.

• Respond to safety concerns with appropriate and timely decisions and action, keeping RMYC staff informed.

• Be the primary point of contact in critical situations such as wildfires, medical emergencies, and other unanticipated crises.

• Practice COVID-19 safe measures as indicated by Government Mandates and RMYC Protocol.

Essential Function: Corpsmember Development

• Maintain a healthy group dynamic by promoting inclusivity, communication, and conflict resolution.

• Facilitate both formal and informal job, college readiness, and life skills training on an ongoing basis.

• Serve as a professional role model, upholding RMYC policies and holding members accountable for actions.

Essential Function: Corpsmember Management

• Review and approve member time cards, directing members on appropriate coding and ultimately approving all member time.

• Enforce RMYC and AmeriCorps policies, prepare corrective action as needed for policy violations up to and including the exit of a corpsmember if needed

• Assist in the processing of corpsmember onboarding and exiting paperwork

Essential Function: Independent Leadership and Critical Thinking Skills.

• Make informed decisions in the field to accommodate for changing weather conditions, gear malfunctions, and other unanticipated events.

• Make informed safety and work decisions in remote areas with limited communication and support channels.

• Manage and coordinate emergency response in remote areas with limited communication and support channels, and where additional resources or evacuation might take hours or days to be coordinated.

Essential Function: Administrative Duties

• Prepare detailed, accurate weekly reports (project data, photos, incident reports, job hazard analysis, etc.).

• Record and document all personnel matters with incident reports and uphold RMYC’s discipline process and expectations.

• Submit all receipts in a timely manner as described in RMYC’s Receipt Policy.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 21 years of age as of May 20, 2024; valid, insurable driver’s license (without major citations).

• US Citizen or Permanent Legal Resident

• Able to complete entire length of service term (May 20 - August 2, 2024)

• Educational or professional experience with forestry data collection including orienteering with map and compass, GPS, tree identification, tree stand examinations.

• Experience working with youth ages 18 - 25, preferably in a leadership, mentoring or instructional capacity.

• Ability to analyze projects with RMYC staff, determine capability of crew to accomplish work assignments and best work methods, appropriate tools, safety methods, and materials.

• Experience with building a positive group dynamic; confidence in working with diverse and challenging populations.

• Excellent public speaking skills to conduct training sessions and facilitate group discussions.

• Good attention to detail and ability to write accurate, thorough correspondence and reports.

• Wilderness First Aid (WFA) or WFA certification within 90 days of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Retired United States Forest Service or State Forestry service personnel with a background in forestry or silviculture.

• Wilderness First Responder or higher medical certification

• Two or more seasons of experience with outdoor conservation projects.

• Experience with applying Leave No Trace principles.

• Two or four-year degree in natural resources, outdoor education, teaching, or related field.

• Proficient driving in 4WD conditions and maneuvering with trailers.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

In performing the essential functions of this position, the Crew Leader will be required to:

• Lift or move up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly.

• Frequently traverse uneven terrain; balance, stoop, kneel, reach, push, pull, and/or grasp.

• Have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned.

• Receive detailed information through oral communication; convey important spoken instructions accurately and effectively.

• Work outdoors, subject to outside environmental conditions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Rocky Mountain Youth Corps is available to all and we will not discriminate or refuse services to any staff or member because of perceived or actual race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, military service or pregnancy.