Field Training and Development Supervisor

CAREER TITLE: Field Training and Development Supervisor 

LOCATION: AYW Headquarters, Austin, TX

DIVISION: Conseravtion Corps

DEPARTMENT: Field Operations & Trainings 

POSITION REPORTS TO: Field Operations and Partnerships Manager

POSITION SUPERVISES: AmeriCorps Crew Leaders and Crew Members

CLASSIFICATION: Regular, Full-Time, Non-Exempt

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Field Training and Development Supervisor provides direct supervision, training, development, and logistical support to program participants during their term of service. They provide oversight of field operations for conservation and disaster response services while focusing on risk management and the successful completion of project objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and basic tasks.Under the direct supervision of the Manager, the Field Training and Development Supervisor will perform the following functions:

• Spend 60% of time in the Field and 40% in office
  • Conduct ongoing training for program participants throughout their term, both on project sites and at the program’s office location.
• Manage projects according to partner expectations and AYW standards;
  • Project Partner Liaison
  • Coordinate project logistics;
  • Communicate in a timely and professional manner with project partners to maintain project quality, timelines, and goals;
  • Conduct frequent site visits to ensure successful project outcomes;
  • Purchase supplies needed for project work and coordinate with AYW’s accounting team to properly document expenses according to required timelines;
• Train and supervise AmeriCorps members;
  • Assist with the planning and implementation of Crew Leader and Crew Member orientations;
  • Conduct ongoing training for AmeriCorps members throughout their term, both on project sites and at the program’s office location.  Train and lead AmeriCorps members in conservation projects, disaster response activities, risk management, and safety standards on site;
  • Cultivate a positive member experience through one-on-one support, team-building and leadership development;
  • Support positive mental and emotional health of members through one-on-one and group check-ins, providing resource referral and programmatic accommodations and adaptations;
  • Handle conflict management and enforce disciplinary measures as necessary with Crew Leaders and Crew Members in accordance with program policies and procedures;
  • Assist in required performance evaluations of AmeriCorps members;
    Transport members to enrollment and service activities as required by program guidelines;
• Complete and maintain timely and accurate project documentation;
  • Enter All Project Logs into Database System Weekly
  • Store project related documents in shared electronic files, including project logs, billing notes, purchase receipts, personnel forms, incident reporting, and member performance documents;
  • Manage field metrics and expense data for grant reporting;
• Maintain up-to-date trail, chainsaw, and disaster deployment expertise, seek out relevant continuing education opportunities;
• Maintain facility, chainsaw shop, tools, gear, and program vehicles to support overall programmatic goals and project needs;
  • Set up, manage, and track vendor accounts;
  • Establish maintenance protocols with members and leaders;
• Participate in interviewing/selecting potential AmeriCorps members in collaboration with the Recruitment & Outreach Coordinator;
• Assist and support disaster deployments on the ground and as needed in coordination with the Field and Training Conservation and Disaster Manager;
• Leading activities and ensuring safety on volunteer projects in coordination with public and private entities;
• Attend weekly staff meetings and other team meetings as required;
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Required

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE: 

Option 1: High School Diploma or GED and completion of a two-year vocational program related to the specified field of study and two  years of the specified work experience;
Option 2: 30 hours towards a bachelor’s degree with at least 6 hours (equals 1 year) in the specified or related field of study and 3 years of the specified work experience.Bachelor’s degree in related field;

Preferred 

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION: CPR / First Aid / WFR Certification; Herbicide Applicator; Wildland Fire Training; ICS Training; S212 or equivalent training;

EXPERIENCE: One to Three years of previous related experience in conservation and restoration programs; prior experience leading and teaching a team or supervising. Familiarity with AmeriCorps or public service, and reporting measurements, working with contracts, audit requests, compliance, and member coordination. Experience working with young adults and academically and socially at-risk opportunity youth, ages 18-28, with a variety of lifestyles, behaviors, cultural and spiritual practices;

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES (KSA)

KNOWLEDGE: Microsoft Office applications, i.e. Word; Excel; Access; Google docs and Sheets; Trail building and habitat restoration experience; Mechanical and basic tool knowledge, including use of a chainsaw; CPR/Wilderness First Aid; Herbicide use; Team-based coordination and logistics;

SKILLS:Lead teams and develop leaders; good problem solving and logistical skills; conflict resolution skills; basic computer skills; operate passenger van, truck with trailer and other heavy equipment; chainsaw operation; GPS/GIS; carpentry; small engine maintenance; project management; project partner relations. Operate in diverse community settings; able to provide mentorship under stressful conditions; conservation and trail building; building and maintenance of park infrastructure; habitat restoration; invasive species removal; wildfire mitigation; disaster response; safe tool use;

ABILITIES: Attention to detail and accuracy; well-organized; cooperative, patient and willing to assist others; open and honest personality; flexible under pressure; good decision maker; able to build consensus; flexible problem-solving in the field; presents a positive role model for Corps members that supports respect for the learner, for diversity, and for the mission of AYW.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:

HEARING: Hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information;

TALKING: Speaking clearly so others can understand you and the information you are communicating; will be required to convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately; talking in front of groups and, or providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and external partners via telephone, writing form, e-mail or in-person provide guidance and direction to others, set and monitor performance standards;

VISION: The ability to see details at a distance and, or at close range, within a few feet of the observer; will be required to read papers, books and to operate audio-visual, office equipment and tools;

MANUAL DEXTERITY: Quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects such as hammers, picks, and chainsaws;

EXTENT FLEXIBILITY: Bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and legs;

DYNAMIC/STATIC/TRUNK STRENGTH: The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time; this involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue. Exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects; Use of abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without ‘giving out’ or fatiguing; May also restrain potentially violent individuals;

REPETITIVE MOTIONS: Walking; talking; frequent and regular movements of the wrists, hands, and fingers;

PHYSICAL STRENGTH: Exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, carry objects, or restrain individuals;

EQUIPMENT INTERACTION: Navigating and, or driving personal vehicle or 15-passenger company vans; using computer and computer applications to enter data or process information; Photocopiers and scanners.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT: In-person/On-site 

INDOORS AT FACILITY: Environmentally controlled conditions, working in an office, or shared office setting, working with others in a group or team; contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise), No hazardous conditions. May be required to work in hot, wet, cold, or other significantly unpleasant conditions.

OUTDOORS: Independent, isolated settings, may be required to work in hot, wet, cold, or other significantly unpleasant conditions, including disaster areas;

ATTENDANCE: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; with one-hour unpaid lunch break and off-site Disaster and Conservation Hitches. Occasionally, some weekends, to meet deadlines/special projects, overtime must be pre-approved.

TRAVEL: Travel for partner cultivation and project planning purposes; Occasionally travel to AmeriCorps service sites and transport corps members as needed; also for professional conferences, workshops, training, and, or annual staff retreat.