What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2024 ALCC Hopi High School Parks Exposure Crew Member position at Conservation Legacy?
Program Overview
Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps (ALCC) is a non-residential program that engages motivated young adults, ages 18-30, to complete challenging and impactful conservation and service projects throughout the western United States.
Crew Experience
Crews work in a variety of National Parks, National Forests, and other public areas. Selected members are placed on a crew which will then collaborate to perform project work.
Position Description
As a member of the ALCC team, you will participate in all aspects of the program, including conservation projects, education, training, and national service. You will work effectively as a member of a team, contribute to a safe learning environment, and communicate ideas and concerns with leaders, crew, and staff.
Safety and Judgment
You will perceive and effectively communicate environmental and work hazards with crew and leader, stay alert and focused while traveling and working in varied weather conditions, and act with compassion toward crew members, leaders, and staff.
Environmental Ethics
You will learn and practice Leave no Trace techniques, and safely perform fundamental outdoor living/travel and work skills as appropriate to the project.
Requirements
- Commitment: Participants must commit to all aspects of the program, including conservation projects, education, training, and other crew activities.
- Safety: Participants are required to participate in a culture of safety on their crew during all program activities.
- Professionalism: Participants must be willing to follow all ALCC policies, maintain professional boundaries, and appropriately represent ALCC.
- Teamwork: Members must be willing to engage in collaboration, respect others, and assist in making group decisions.
- Substance Free: Participants MUST be willing and able to refrain from tobacco products, alcohol, and/or drugs while participating in the ALCC program.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma, HS Equivalency Degree (HSED), or commitment to acquiring HSED while in program.
- Willingness to commit fully to the program and its mission for the full duration of term.
- Willingness to learn and be a part of a dynamic community of peer leaders.
- Must bring and maintain a positive perspective throughout term.
- Must respect the dignity and diverse lifestyles of Indigenous people.
