Field Leader-California Youth Adult Crew

Position Summary

The SCA, in partnership with the Workforce Development Board of Solano County is seeking 2 motivated leaders to work together with a team of 12 young adults alongside local park and land management staff on various restoration and public improvement projects. Four days of the program will be working in the field performing duties related to community improvement projects within open spaces of Solano County. Fridays will be hosted by the Workforce Development Board of Solano County focused on worksite wrap-ups, vocational exploration, and connection to community to support new employment models in a post-COVID economy.

Location

Fairfield, CA

Schedule

April 21, 2025 - June 27, 2025

Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 3:30pm

Friday - 8:00am - 1:00pm

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Supervising and leading a crew of young adult members in conservation service work and activities that could include:

• Planting, pruning, watering, and mulching
• Invasive species management and mitigation
• Basic carpentry and infrastructure projects

Conduct site visits with land management staff and complete job hazard assessments.

Driving an SCA Provided vehicle to facilitate crew member transportation needs and to transport tools and materials throughout Solano County.

This position will generally require walking over uneven terrain and working in parks and natural spaces while working in a team-based setting. The service work will be physically demanding at times and may include repetitive tasks.

This position is ideal for someone with a can-do attitude, problem solving skills, an attentiveness to situations and members' needs, a competence in engaging in care and empathy, and a strong sense of accountability to one's self and the work.

Marginal Duties

Supporting members to complete timecards on a biweekly basis. Tracking metrics and outputs with respect to project activities.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per day, exposed to the elements, and must occasionally lift and/or move 40 pounds or more
• Must be able to attend Leader training (April 4-11, specific dates and times TBD)
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age -Must have the ability to legally work in the US
• Must have a valid driver’s license for 3+ years and pass SCA Motor Vehicle Report standards
• Must be able to meet SCA’s criminal background check standards Housing is not provided, Leader must be locally available

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with youth or young adults, teaching or environmental education preferred
• Leaders will work in changing outdoor environments per project; being excited and open to new experiences is strongly desired.
• Experience working in a team and as a team leader
• Open to learning new skills, more about conservation, and environmental education

Hours

35 per week

Living Accommodations

Responsible for own housing

Compensation

$800/week, biweekly pay

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.

Additional Benefits

Defensive Drive Training

Wilderness First Aid Training

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.