Field Leader - New York State Parks Crew
The Student Conservation Association · New York City, New York, US
Position Summary This project will be comprised of many different smaller projects at 5 different New York State Parks. Although the location will vary, the...
Job description
Position Summary This project will be comprised of many different smaller projects at 5 different New York State Parks. Although the location will vary, the underlying theme of the projects will remain consistent. The Projects will be focused on Invasive Species Management and Mitigation. As this is the greatest threat facing these Parks our goal is to reduce the invasive plant population and increase the health and integrity of native plants. This in turn will have a tremendous beneficial impact on the ecological integrity of the ecosystems. Location: New York, NY: Schedule: Training: June 4 2026 - June 17 2026 Service Interruption: June 18 2026 -July 5 2026 Program July 6 - August 14 Post Program Reporting and Closeout August 14 2026-August 18,2026 Key Duties and Responsibilities: Act as a Crew Supervisor, by facilitating teamwork, managing field-based tasks, and guiding crew dynamics Serve as an Advisor, by training members in technical conservation work skills, mentoring personal and professional development, and teaching environmental stewardship Act as a Project Manager, by communicating with agency park partners, ensuring successful and timely completion of work projects, an...