Description: Challenge yourself as a leader of a 10‐person crew while conducting critical conservation work in some of the Wests most beautiful areas. During the summer months, work and camp in the backcountry of the Sierra Mountains overlooking the crystal clear oasis of Lake Tahoe. When the temperatures begin to drop, migrate south to the warm, clean air of the Mojave Desert and work among the yuccas, the creosotes and hundreds of other endemic plants. The NCC is always looking for experienced crew supervisors to tackle day‐to‐day responsibilities of crew life. NCC hires for this position year‐round, and immediate long‐term openings are available.
Compensation: $10 per hour for the first 30‐day training period. After the first month, supervisors will be paid $12 to $15 per hour commensurate upon their training performance. Additional benefits include periodic training, medical and dental coverage, 401K option, and performance based bonuses. Timeline: We are looking for supervisors to start May/June 2009 (This timeline is flexible and you are encouraged to apply at any time). Projects May Include: Trail building and maintenance, exotic species removal, forest thinning, habitat restoration, riparian rehabilitation, fence building, erosion control, fire rehabilitation, and illegal road decommissioning. Duties: o Leading 7‐14 member crews on a variety of challenging conservation projects all over Nevada and other parts of the southwest. o Enforcing policies and ensuring safety protocols are followed. o Maintaining a positive and professional attitude at all times. o Communicating with agency project staff. o Complying with both production and quality standards of work. o Timely reporting of paperwork for NCC administration on a weekly basis Training: Supervisors will undergo a 30‐day training period at a $10 per hour rate before assuming control of a crew and getting paid a crew supervisor salary. New supervisors will be assigned to an existing crew for the first 15 days where they will be trained in the field by an experience crew supervisor. During the 2nd 15‐day period, the new crew supervisor will take charge under the direct tutelage of the past supervisor. Qualifications: Supervisors must possess the skills to ensure crewmembers are properly trained on how to fulfill project goals safely, efficiently, and with quality standards. In addition he/she must have the ability to properly complete all necessary paperwork for NCC Administration. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 seasons experience in restoration and conservation field projects. In addition, he/she must possess skills in trail building, chainsaw operation, and leading groups of young adults as well as have a valid drivers license. To Apply Please submit a cover letter, detailed resume, and 3 professional references to Bridget Walden at bwal...@thegreatbasininstitute.org. The Great Basin Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
