Conservation Corps Crew Leader

7 Lakes Alliance, a non-profit organization in the heart of Maine’s Belgrade Lakes watershed, is seeking energetic Youth Conservation Corps Crew Leaders.  7 Lakes Alliance’s mission is to conserve the lands and waters of the Belgrade Lakes Region for all.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in completing erosion-control projects in the Belgrade Lakes watershed.
• Complete required paperwork for site tracking. 
• Work closely with Field Directors to communicate technical details of projects. 
• Install Best Management Practices (BMPs) on properties as designed by the Field Directors. 
• Oversee a crew of 3-4 YCC workers installing BMPs. 
• Inspect and photograph project sites before and after completion of work. 
• Transport equipment, materials, and/or crew members between project sites using a company vehicle. 
• Perform required company vehicle checks daily.
• Communicate with Corps supervisors regularly.
• Attend training events as requested.
• Comply with 7 Lakes Alliance policies regarding safety and conduct.

Qualifications:

• Ability to perform strenuous, outdoor work as part of a team.
• Punctuality and organizational skills.
• Work 8+ hours a day doing physical labor.
• Must be at least 16 years of age with a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Comfortable towing and backing trailers. 
• Background in engineering, construction, excavation, landscaping, or environmental sciences preferred. 
• Supervisor/leadership experience preferred. 
• Ability to interpret instructions and adapt to field conditions based on established objectives. 
• Ability to effectively lead and supervise young people in completing projects 
• Ability to clearly communicate detailed instructions 

Job timeframe: Seasonal, 10-14 weeks, ~35 hours per week, Mondays through Fridays with occasional Saturdays.

Start Date: early-May 2026 for college students, mid-June for high school students

End Date: late-August 2026