Position Summary
Houston Youth Conservation Leadership Corps is a six-week hands-on workforce readiness program summer program for local youth ages 15-19.
Schedule
July 1, 2024 - August 9, 2024
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Join a crew with fellow Houstonians while completing various conservation service projects designed to build an ethic of community and environmental stewardship. Projects include a range of activities such as trail and park maintenance, habitat restoration, revitalization of abandoned urban properties, and urban agriculture. There are also several opportunities for outdoor recreation, such as camping, hiking, and canoeing.
Marginal Duties
Understand and follow safety protocols; Proactively communicate with leaders if you will be late or miss work.
Required Qualifications
Must be between the ages of 15-19; Must have ability to legally work in the US; Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per day, exposed to the elements; must occasionally lift and/or move 40 pounds or more; must be able to commit to all program dates; and pass medical screening. WORK IS OUTSIDE 90% of the time.
Hours
35 per week
Living Accommodations
No housing provided
Compensation
$15hr for 35 hours per week
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Personal Vehicle Information
Additional Benefits
AmeriCorps: Not Eligible
Equal Opportunity Statement
SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members. SCA is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally. The Student Conservation Association, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
Physical requirements and working conditions specific to the position are available in the full job description.