Program Overview:
Lead a unique team of 4 dynamic individuals along with an Assistant Crew Leader, partnering with the USFS in the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison National Forests. Teams will travel and camp in remote locations, treating invasive species, and working in a team environment. Must be willing to learn the ins and outs of invasive plant management, herbicides, federal land management, and environmental service. The right candidate will be available from May- August.
Requirements:
• U.S. Citizenship
• Permanent Resident Card, INS form I-551
• Alien Registration Card, INS form I-551
• A passport indicating that the INS has approved it as temporary evidence of lawful admission for permanent residence
• A departure record (INS 194) indication that the INS has approved it as temporary evidence of lawful admission for permanent residence
• Driver's License, with a clean driving record
• Be between the ages of 21-25
• Able to pass a pre-service National Criminal History check (State, Sex Offender, and Federal)
Service Activities
Program Overview:
Lead a unique team of 4 dynamic individuals along with an Assistant Crew Leader, partnering with the USFS in the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison National Forests. Teams will travel and camp in remote locations, treating invasive species, and working in a team environment. Must be willing to learn the ins and outs of invasive plant management, herbicides, federal land management, and environmental service. The right candidate will be available from May- August.
Requirements:
• U.S. Citizenship
• Permanent Resident Card, INS form I-551
• Alien Registration Card, INS form I-551
• A passport indicating that the INS has approved it as temporary evidence of lawful admission for permanent residence
• A departure record (INS 194) indication that the INS has approved it as temporary evidence of lawful admission for permanent residence
• Driver's License, with a clean driving record
• Be between the ages of 21-25
• Able to pass a pre-service National Criminal History check (State, Sex Offender, and Federal)
Community Need Addressed
Unemployment rate, getting youth involved, conservation service in western Colorado for the surrounding communities.
Position Outcomes
Improve western Colorado lands
Benefits
Education award upon successful completion of service, Stipend, Student loan forbearance, Training
Education Benefits
GED/High School Diploma
Competencies You Will Develop
Communication
Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy, Lead group discussion, Listen to and consider others' viewpoints, Maintain open lines of communication with others, Speak clearly, in precise language and in a logical, organized and coherent manner, Turn taking, Write cleary and effectively
Creativity & Problem Solving
Able to identify and define the problem, Capable of generating possible solutions, Communicate the problem to appropriate personnel, Improvise, Provide relevant expertise, Select and implement well-considered solution
Teamwork
Derive consensus, Develop constructive working relationships and maintain them over time, Establish a high degree of trust and credibility with others, Interact professionally and respectfully with supervisors and co-workers, Stay positive and outcome oriented, Use appropriate strategies and solutions for dealing with conflicts and differences to maintain a smooth workflow
Decisions
Accepts responsibility, Anticipate the consequences of decisions, Identify and prioritize the key issues involved to facilitate the decision making process, Involve people appropriately in decisions that may impact them, Quickly respond with a back-up plan if a decision goes amiss
Tools
Carefully consider which tools or technological solutions are appropriate for a given job, Consistently choose the best tool or technological solution for the problem at hand, Operate tools and equipment in accordance with established operating procedures, safety standards, and ethical guidelines, Seek opportunities to improve knowledge of tools and technologies that may assist in streamlining work and improving productivity
Planning
Able to prioritize various competing tasks, Create environment of contribution, Create plan of action, schedule tasks so that work is completed on time, Demonstrate the effective allocation of time and resources efficiently, Drive decision making, Effectively delegate tasks, Facilitate group planning, Set goals
Service
Be pleasant, courteous, professional and respectful when dealing with internal and external customers or clients, Evaluate customer or client satisfaction, Honor the privilege of being able to work with and for those being served, Provide personalized, prompt, and efficient service to meet the requirements, requests and needs of customers, Recognize the importance of maintaining privacy and confidentiality of those being served, Understand and anticipate the needs of others, Understand the importance of one's role in the functioning of the organization, Understand the significance of maintaining a healthful and safe environment