FY26 Tree Pittsburgh Youth Crew (18+ Returning Member)

Position Summary

SCA Pittsburgh's Summer McKinley crew will be made up of 10 youth members aged 14-19 and 2 adult mentor crew leaders. The program will primarily work in Pittsburgh's McKinley Park, with occasional environmental education trips. This program is an entry level position with the goal of connecting young people with nature. The program is 50-75% conservation field work, such as improving trails, managing invasive species, and planting native species. The remainder of the program 25-50% is environmental education, leadership development, and workforce readiness. Participants need no prior experience, but do need to have a desire to work outside in all weather conditions, and willingness to engage in team building activities. This program meets Monday-Friday, 10:00am-4:00pm. There will be an option to attend a camping trip during the program. That trip will take place during the work week.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Actively participate to the best of your ability in conservation service tasks as assigned. This can include trail building, gardening/farming, and invasive species management; Engage and contribute to environmental education and job readiness lessons and activities.

Marginal Duties

Actively participate to the best of your ability in conservation service tasks as assigned. This can include trail building, gardening/farming, and invasive species management; Engage and contribute to environmental education and job readiness lessons and activities.

Required Qualifications

Previous successful completion of an SCA program with a recommendation from SCA staff.

Hours

40 per week

Living Accommodations

No Housing Provided

Compensation

Returning participants will be paid: $15/hour; All wages paid bi-weekly
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.

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

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.