Stewardship Crew Member

Stewardship Crew Member Position Description

JOB TITLE: Stewardship Crew Member (1 short season, 1 long season)

LOCATION: Acadia National Park Headquarters – Bar Harbor, Maine

REPORTING TO: Stewardship Coordinator

JOB STATUS: Seasonal non-exempt, 40 hours a week

EMPLOYMENT PERIODS:

May 27 – August 23, 2025 (1 position available)

May 27 – November 7, 2025 (1 position available)

COMPENSATION:

$18.32/hr paid every two weeks

JOB SUMMARY:

The Stewardship Crew Members work with the Friends of Acadia (FOA) Stewardship Coordinator and the Acadia National Park (ANP) Volunteer Coordinator to facilitate a long-standing volunteer stewardship program on Acadia’s trails and carriage roads. The program works with weekly drop-in and service group volunteers (mostly youth groups), contributing greatly to the maintenance of Acadia’s natural and cultural resources.

Friends of Acadia is committed to providing an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming environment for visitors, volunteers and staff from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Stewardship Drop-In Program (40%)

· The Drop-In in program takes place on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 8am – 12:30pm, is open to the public, and does not require preregistration.

· Discuss project details with Volunteer Crew Leaders (VCLs) and assist with gathering supplies/tools

· Greet volunteers as they arrive and facilitate volunteer sign-in sheets and waiver form completion.

· Give morning briefing on FOA/ANP partnership, upcoming happenings, the day’s projects as well as outdoor hazards and preparedness.

· Join volunteers out in the field and assist on project if schedule allows.

Service Groups (25%):

· Lead volunteer projects on the trails and carriage roads, including but not limited to: drainage clearing, weeding on carriage roads, cutting vegetation from trail corridors, clearing trailside drainage, maintaining historic trail surfaces (i.e. resurfacing, check step installation, grade dips, etc.), and constructing bogwalk.

· Prioritize safety of volunteers by leading safety trainings for service groups on outdoor hazards, demonstrating proper tool usage, and responding to any incidents.

· Facilitate volunteer sign-in sheets and waiver form completion.

· Incorporate service-learning curriculum and reflection activities throughout.

Scouting, Planning, and Prepping projects (20%):

· Scout and assist in planning work assignments for volunteer projects based on the annual maintenance schedule and park needs.

· Serve as roving ambassador for FOA while out in the field.

· Perform weekly systems:

· Tool distribution, collection, maintenance, inventory, and cleaning

· Van cleaning, fueling, and general maintenance.

· Reports any equipment issues to the Stewardship Coordinator

· Attend and participate in weekly stewardship crew meetings.

· Coordinate and deliver materials for projects.

Office/Admin Work (10%)

· Prepare paperwork for upcoming projects.

· Communicate with volunteers regarding project coordination, including but not limited to, sending a weekly email to all volunteers.

· Assist with data reporting for volunteer projects.

Large Events (5%):

· Work with FOA staff on large events such as the FOA annual meeting, benefit auction, volunteer appreciation events, local parades, and Take Pride in Acadia Day.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

· Applicants will be required to pass a background check.

· Excellent communication and people skills

· Experience working with youth

· Leadership experience

· Natural resource, trail work, and/or manual labor experience

· Outdoor experience. Must be capable of hiking up to 8 miles per day wearing a pack weighing up to 25lbs, working in inclement weather and on steep terrain, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

· Valid Driver’s License and reliable vehicle for driving to job sites. Applicants will be expected to use their own automobiles and will be reimbursed for mileage beyond their daily commute. Must also be comfortable driving a 12-passenger van and large trucks.

· Must be able to attend the Leave No Trace Level 1 Instructor course in June which may include one night of camping.

· Familiarity with word processing and data entry.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Applicant should be reliable, prepared for field work daily, and capable of managing their daily schedule.

· Possess strong work ethic and ability to work on one’s own and as a team.

· Patience and flexibility to adapt to quickly changing work demands and schedules

· Passion for working with volunteers of all ages and backgrounds in the outdoors

· High standard for safety, and comfortable giving feedback

· Familiarity with typical trail tools (shovel, rake, Pulaski, drill, rock bar, etc.)

Training will be provided for this position, but knowledge of or willingness to learn about ANP trails and carriage roads is necessary. Must be eager and capable to work hard at a socially and physically demanding job, work in inclement weather (hot, cold, or wet), and attend to routine tasks.

Uniforms/Equipment: Uniform shirts, rain jacket, fleece, hat(s), safety-toe boots, puffy jacket, first aid kit, backpack, and personal protective equipment are provided. FOA will reimburse up to $150 for the purchase of pants or shorts that meet uniform standards.

Hours: 40 hrs/wk including holidays and weekends. Shifts are regularly from 7 am – 3:30 pm, Tuesday - Saturday. Special events may require different hours. Employees will have 2 consecutive days off per week. Unpaid days off can be scheduled with your supervisor. Employees earn one hour of paid leave for every 40 hours they work.

Housing: Not provided. Applicants will be expected to find their own housing; however, we support your search by providing leads and sources. Work Environment: Most work is performed outside in all weather conditions. There is some office work based at ANP’s headquarters.

TO APPLY: Submit cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information for three references.  

APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 6, 2025

Friends of Acadia is an equal opportunity employer. Founded in 1986, the organization’s mission is to preserve, protect, and promote stewardship of the outstanding natural beauty, ecological vitality, and distinctive cultural resources of Acadia National Park and the surrounding community for the inspiration and enjoyment of current and future generations.

FOA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, reproductive health decision-making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, in connection with any aspect of employment at FOA.

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