Youth Program Coordinator

About MCC:

Montana Conservation Corps is a nonprofit organization that engages youth and young adults through hands-on conservation service and education. Our participants work on physically demanding and essential natural resource and conservation projects on some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the Northern Rockies and Plains. Here at MCC, we focus on the growth of our participants, positively impacting our environment, and transferable job skills.  MCC offers crew-based programming that uses natural resource and community service projects to foster personal and crew development. Through a term of service with MCC, participants will learn practical job skills, build confidence, strengthen communication and leadership competencies, and develop the ability to work well with people from all walks of life.

Position Overview:

The Youth Program Coordinator (YPC) staff position is responsible for supporting all Montana Conservation Corps (MCC) youth program activities from office and field locations. Primary duties include the daily management of the youth program, coordinating logistics, school visits and recruitment events, and leading training during the Leadership Development Program (LDP). This position will split time between administrative, logistical and field support duties, including training Youth Crew Leaders, coordinating with project partners and then shifting to field-based support in the summer months. Field-based work includes: providing technical guidance as necessary and ensuring compliance with MCC policies and procedures. The YPC will assist with leader check-ins, training, evaluations, field support and administrative tasks for youth program leaders (AmeriCorps positions) as directed by the Youth Program Manager. During the field season the YPC will conduct site visits which will involve traveling to crews’ worksites and camping overnight with the group. Typically, these are 2-3 days in length but additional field time may be required depending on needs of the crews and/or if leader coverage is needed unexpectedly. The YPC is expected to maintain good communication between all youth program staff, other MCC offices, project partners and crews in the field.

Position Dates: 03/03/2025 – 08/29/2025

Location: Bozeman or Kalispell, MT  

Wage: $22 hourly 

Status: Non-Exempt 

Classification: Regular, Full-Time 

Benefits: Health/Dental Insurance (MCC pays 75% of individual policy), vacation accrual, 6 sick days, travel/food reimbursement, pro deals

APPLY/FULL POSITION DESCRIPTION: https://www.mtcorps.org/joinmcc/staff-positions/ 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Overall Program and Administrative Support

• Support the youth programs’ Leaders, including ongoing training, feedback, and contribution to behavior management strategies or discipline, and periodic written evaluation of leader performance
• Attend and lead school visits, community events and career fairs during the spring season to support youth engagement and recruitment efforts
• Attend and support statewide trainings when requested
• Conduct regular debriefs with Leaders, ensuring high quality implementation of MCC leadership development programming and curriculum; is familiar with MCC program objectives as well as education and training curriculum
• Collect and submit paperwork in a timely fashion, paperwork includes: site visit reports, project accomplishments, hitch reports, incident reports, discipline documentation, timesheets, photos and program evaluations.
• Assist with planning and implementing of all program operations as requested
• Contribute to MCC diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• Provide project oversight and technical support throughout the LDP and field season which includes leading field skills and tools training and providing ongoing support to leaders with technical skills.
• Work with partner agencies and organizations to develop Project Information Sheets and coordinate project work to communicate with crews the specific details regarding project logistics
• Instill a culture of professionalism and care, cultivate safety awareness within crews; ensure compliance with MCC policies and safety standards within all crews
• Visit youth crews in the field to provide guidance, technical/programmatic support, and assistance to Leaders as well as ensure that activities are in compliance with MCC policies/procedures, and that project accomplishments meet project partner expectations. Field visits will involve traveling and camping overnight with crews.
• Coordinate and organize gear and tool cache inventory systems and usage
• Manage and maintain vehicle fleet in conjunction with the Youth Program Manager
• Participate in an emergency On-Call schedule, coordinating response to issues in the field and providing emotional and behavioral support to leaders and participants

Qualifications & Skills:

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• At least two years of college or military experience, or equivalent work experience
• Minimum age of 21
• Previous leadership experience, skills, or training
• Previous experience working with youth in a developmental, recreation or school setting
• Effective written and oral communication skills, with strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient with G Suite
• Ability to work as a team member
• Relevant technical skills including trail maintenance and construction, fencing, habitat restoration, and other natural resource work.
• Current Wilderness Advanced First-Aid/CPR certification preferred – training can be provided if needed prior the field season
• A valid driver’s license, ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check and ability to be insurable per MCC parameters

Physical Demands

This position may require periodic overnight travel and non-traditional work hours, including occasional weekend and evening hours, often camping in a tent up to 2 weeks at a time. The Youth Program Coordinator may be required to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted and to hike up to 12 miles per day in rugged terrain. The ability to independently drive an organizational vehicle is also required. Reasonable Accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

While this position description describes the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position, it is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All Montana Conservation Corps positions may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities.

MCC seeks to provide access and opportunity to a diverse group of participants, while continuing to identify and reduce barriers to being involved in our organization and programs.  We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.