AmeriCorps Advanced Trails Crew Member

Dates: June 1 – October 30, 2026

Who We’re Looking For

A successful Conservation Crew Member is someone who rises to new challenges with a positive attitude and will work toward professional development. We look for hardworking individuals who will demonstrate their passion for environmental stewardship and public service through a commitment to VYCC’s mission. Strong candidates will bring excitement for outdoor living and learning new skills.

What We’ll Expect from You

Project Accomplishments

• Complete meaningful conservation projects including, but not limited to, trail construction and maintenance, water quality, carpentry, and forest projects

• Serve approximately 40 hours/week on projects, and an additional 10-15 hours/week on community activities, camp tasks, and training, with potential for some longer hours

• Perform service safely in all weather conditions, including bringing all safety gear to the project site and using tools and equipment properly

• Follow instructions from VYCC staff and project partners to learn technical skills and complete projects

• Complete projects to the best of your abilities, maintaining efficiency and a high standard of quality

Crew Community Building

• Follow all principles, practices and policies of VYCC and AmeriCorps, including a drug-free project site and campsite

• Complete daily crew chores and tasks, both at the project site and the campsite

• Help create a supportive and inclusive crew community by participating in crew activities and supporting fellow crew members

• Set professional and personal goals and engage with supervisor to assess progress and receive feedback throughout the season

• Be willing to be flexible and adaptable as schedules and projects have potential to shift throughout the season

Education and Training

• Participate in a variety of trainings, including VYCC and AmeriCorps Orientations and additional enrichment activities. These training hours will not exceed 20% of the total number of member hours

• Participate in learning and growth opportunities throughout service

Required Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age

• Prior trails and/or extensive backcountry experience

• Ability to perform strenuous physical work safely in all weather conditions

• Ability to hike in steep or uneven terrain, lift and carry heavy tools, gear or materials

• Eagerness for extensive camping with limited accommodations and support

• Be a U.S. citizen, a national, or legal permanent resident non-citizen of the U.S.

• Have not been convicted of murder or sexual assault and be willing to undergo a National Service Criminal History Check and a VT Agency of Human Services check.

• Be a high school graduate or have a GED certificate, or be willing to work towards GED as part of their service-year successful completion requirement

• Valid driver’s license with good driving record for at least three years (preferred)