Program Coordinator, MA Corps

SCA (Student Conservation Association) – HQ/Mid-Atlantic

FOUNDED IN: 1957

Address:
1310 N. Courthouse Rd, Suite 110
Suite 110
Arlington, Virginia
22201

Actively Recruiting
:
Yes
Position title
:
Program Coordinator, MA Corps
Final date to receive applications
:
Type of Position
:
Staff (Full-Time)
Town, City, Park, etc
:
Hybrid Remote
State / Territory
:
Massachusetts
Benefits
:
Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Vision Insurance
Project/Program Focus
:
Forestry, Forestry/Tree Management, Habitat Restoration, Invasive Species Management, Trails

Founded in 1957, the SCA is devoted to building access to nature, providing green job opportunities for young people and teaching members how to become environmental stewards. The SCA has provided more than 100,000 young people with opportunities to protect and restore parks, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks and community green spaces across the country. The SCA remains committed to building the next generation of conservation leaders dedicated to the lifelong protection of the environment and our communities.

The Student Conservation Association provides an array of corps and crew programming across the country. The Massachusetts Conservation Corps (MACC) is a 6-month Ameri Corps program that trains young adults in conservation and leadership skills through hands‑on service at state parks and public lands throughout Massachusetts. To this end, MACC continues its 27‑year partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR).

It operates as an Ameri Corps program, allowing crew members to dedicate a term of service while gaining experience in the field.

The coordinator is a full‑time, hybrid/remote staff position. The salary range for this position is $1,923–$2,115 bi‑weekly.

The Program Coordinator position ensures the technical, logistical, and administrative tasks associated with executing SCA’s various programs in the MACC portfolio are completed. This person ensures Corps Members and Project Leaders are equipped for program delivery and comply with curriculum and Ameri Corps mandates, safety controls, logistical service/program delivery needs, and mandatory internal record‑keeping. This position reports to the Program Manager‑New England and has multiple direct reports at various levels of responsibility and locations throughout Massachusetts.

• Project planning and delivery.
• Supervision/Mentorship and support of Project Leaders and Members.
• Training and skills development for program members and project leaders, including Trail Construction & Maintenance, habitat management, and Tool Use and Maintenance.
• Tool/Equipment Cache & vehicle management, budget accountability, and purchasing.
• External partner and community engagement as an SCA representative.
• Program Administration including approval of timecards, filing incident reports, tracking program outcomes, and partner communication.

• Serve as the program’s primary liaison – schedule and manage rotating projects in collaboration with service partners.
• Actively assess project and environmental risks to ensure a safe work environment.
• Serve as a technical adviser and project support in collaboration with the Program Manager.
• Directly supervise Project Leaders and Corps Members.
• Monitor and assess the quality & technique of the project work performed to assure partner and SCA standards are met.
• Review and approve direct reports timesheets within timelines set by SCA.
• Responsible for modeling, facilitating, and fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute to their fullest potential.
• Ensure programs are aligned with SCA Core Values including Belonging & Connection, Collaboration, and Safety & Preparedness.
• Participation in ongoing staff training and professional development opportunities.
• Serve as part of the emergency response call tree for the program.

• Assure Corps Members and Project Leaders are trained for the safe, proficient, and effective delivery of…