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​GEM Corps Crew Leader


"The service learning program was great in teaching me about the job and helping me to understand all the different parts of it. Every part of the experience helped me not just in the STEM world,
but in learning things like interacting and working with others."
-Dallas Willoughby
​Thank you for your interest in applying for service with GEM Corps
Please see position descriptions and application deadlines listed below
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Project #1011 -  GEM Corps Crew Leader
Full Time Member – 1700 hours
Name of Program: GEM Corps
Position title: AmeriCorps Crew Leader
Criminal History Check: NSOPW, and Criminal History Checks are required for before program involvement.

Member Duties: The Crew Leader manages the day-to-day activities of 4-8 members in a work crew. They will serve as a role model, facilitator, educator, and continually encourage high standards for members involved in community-based, service projects. 

Program Benefits:
  • $25,500 in non-taxable Living Allowance Stipends per year (equivalent to $15.00/hour)
  • Additional Housing Stipend may be available
  • Up to $6495 in Segal Education Award per year through AmeriCorps.
  • One-year non-competitive status eligibility following service (government employment) or two-year non-competitive hiring status eligibility pending approval through DOI’s PLC program.
  • OSHA 30-hour General Industries Certification
  • Participation in personal and professional development opportunities
  • Civic Leadership Certificate from Prescott College
 
Qualifications:
  • Strong communication skills - verbal and written
  • Demonstrated strong leadership and supervisory skills to lead by example
  • Experience in trail work and wilderness travel
  • Ability to motivate and create an excellent team environment 
  • Proven organization and time management skills
  • Mature judgment to solve problems while guiding others with diverse backgrounds and experiences
  • Ability to assess tasks, develop work plans, delegate assignments, and monitor progress
  • Ability to foster a positive crew dynamic
  • Proven ability to adapt to changing work schedules
  • Experience with safety protocols and precautions related to hand and powered tools
  • Dedication to complete the full term of AmeriCorps service
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Requirements:
  • Must be a US Citizen, US National, or Lawful Permanent Resident Alien of the US
  • Must pass the National Sex Offender Public Registry and criminal history check.

Work Schedule: GEM Corps Crew Leaders are expected to serve 30-40-hour work weeks over the duration of their term with 8-16 hours per week occurring on weekends. Off days will fall on weekdays and may or may not be consecutive depending on the program schedule of any particular work week. GEM Corps Crew Leaders will also participate in 1-2 hours of civic leadership/professional development training as a part of their 30-40 hours per week.

Team Leader Tasks and Responsibilities:
  • Actively participate in technical and personal skills training, strive to further develop these skills in the field, and serve as a resource to mentor members.
  • Support training and educational activities by facilitating learning opportunities.
  • Coordinate and fully contribute to service projects to the best of their ability.
  • Must serve safely, effectively and efficiently to ensure that conservation projects are completed to a high level of satisfaction.
  • Foster a positive crew dynamic and help mitigate conflict among crew members.
  • Communicate effectively with crew members, program staff, and agency liaisons.
  • Organize crew gear, tools, and work supplies throughout the season.
  • Plan daily project schedules to maximize productivity, safety, and crew efficiency, in consultation with agency staff.
  • Coordinate tools, equipment, and materials for service projects. Load vehicles properly. Do not leave needed tools behind and do not leave tools at the service site.
  • Receive constructive feedback regarding project outcomes and crew progress.
If you are interested in this position but may need reasonable workplace accommodations, please contact the program manager Ashley McDonough at ashley@gemenvironmental.org for more info. ​Science is for Everyone!
Individuals interested in obtaining a Public Land Corp (PLC) certification with 2-year non-competitive hiring status for federal employment must be between the ages of 16-30 or 35 for veterans at the time of their enrollment, and must serve at least 120 hours of their term outdoors in the field
completing service directly related to their project.

Please note that letters of recommendation should be submitted by your Teacher, Faculty Member, or Advisor directly to the Director of Internships at: internships@gemenvironmental.org

Be sure to read our Code of Conduct before submitting your application.
Any application or employment questions may be directed to internships@gemenvironmental.org

​      Apply Online     

Please fill out the online application below. You will be asked to attach several documents at the end of the application.

    GEM Corps AmeriCorps Crew Leader
    Participant Application Form

    AmeriCorps service positions are open for all that wish to apply. GEM Corps is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. However, we strongly encourage women, minorities, those considered by the State of Arizona to be low income, first-generation students, and veterans to apply. Successful candidates must be willing to commit to work in an environment including a diverse community of participants for the duration of their specified term. Individuals interested in obtaining a Public Land Corp (PLC) certification with 2-year non-competitive hiring status for federal employment must be between the ages of 16-30 or 35 for veterans at the time of their enrollment, and must serve at least 120 hours of their term spent outdoors in the field completing service directly related to their project. 
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    ​Answer all the following questions honestly and completely, to the best of your knowledge.
    Please use the spaces provided to answer your questions, if more room is needed to sufficiently answer any of the following questions, ​please attach your answers in an appropriately named document that includes question titles with corresponding numbers in the upload buttons at the bottom of this application.
    Personal Questions         
    Education          
    Background Questions         
    Applicants approved for interviews must pass a federal background check before the project start date. 
    Physical Questions          
    The following questions are circumstantial and will not disqualify you from consideration                      
    Optional Demographics       
     Your answers to the following questions are used for internal reporting purposes only, collected demographic               
    ​statistics are used to ensure our programs remain consistent with our organization's mission.                 
    Short Essay Questions    
    Responses will be critiqued on content, grammar, and the applicant's ability to clearly convey their intended point.
    Supplemental Documentation     
    ​    Please provide copies of the following documents as PDF attachments submitted in the spaces provided below.
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    To be considered complete, applications must include a letter of recommendation submitted by a faculty member of the school you currently are, or previously were, enrolled (or from a reputable member of the community). Applications will not be processed until a letter of recommendation is received and authenticity has been verified. 
    Please note that letters of recommendation must be submitted by the person making the recommendation directly to the Director of Internships at: internships@gemenvironmental.org