Field Training & Development Coordinator American YouthWorks · Austin, TX · On-site — ago

CAREER DETAILS:

CAREER

TITLE:

Field Training and Development Supervisor

LOCATION : AYW Headquarters, Austin, TX

DIVISION:
Field Operations

DEPARTMENT:
Conservation Corps

POSITION

REPORTS TO:

Conservation and Disaster Program Manager

POSITION SUPERVISES:
Program Participants

CLASSIFICATION:
Regular, Full-time, Non-Exempt

The Conservation and Disaster Field and Training Supervisor I provides direct supervision, training, development, and logistical support to crews of Ameri Corps members during their term of service. They provide oversight of field operations for conservation and disaster response services while focusing on risk management and the successful completion of project objectives.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and basic tasks. Under the direction of the Program Director, the Integrated GED and Vocational Certification Support Instructor will perform the following functions:

• Spend 60% of time in the Field and 40% in office
• Manage projects according to partner expectations and AYW standards;

• Coordinate project logistics;
• Communicate in a timely and professional manner with project partners to maintain project quality, timelines, and goals;
• Conduct frequent site visits to ensure successful project outcomes;
• Purchase supplies needed for project work and coordinate with AYW’s accounting team to properly document expenses according to required timelines;
• Train and supervise Ameri Corps members;
• Assist with the planning and implementation of Crew Leader and Crew Member orientations;
• Conduct ongoing training for Ameri Corps members throughout their term, both on project sites and at the program’s office location. Train and lead Ameri Corps members in conservation projects, disaster response activities, risk management, and safety standards on site;
• Cultivate a positive member experience through one-on-one support, team-building and leadership development;
• Support positive mental and emotional health of members through one-on-one and group check-ins, providing resource referral and programmatic accommodations and adaptations;
• Handle conflict management and enforce disciplinary measures as necessary with Crew Leaders and Crew Members in accordance with program policies and procedures;
• Assist in required performance evaluations of Ameri Corps members;
• Transport members to enrollment and service activities as required by program guidelines;
• Complete and maintain timely and accurate project documentation;
• Enter All Project Logs into the database system weekly
• Store project related documents in shared electronic files, including project logs, billing notes, purchase receipts, personnel forms, incident reporting, and member performance documents
• Manage field metrics and expense data for grant reporting;
• Maintain up-to-date trail, chainsaw, and disaster deployment expertise, seek out relevant continuing education opportunities;
• Maintain facility, chainsaw shop, tools, gear, and program vehicles to support overall programmatic goals and project needs;
• Set up, manage, and track vendor accounts;
• Establish maintenance protocols with members and leaders;
• Participate in interviewing/selecting potential Ameri Corps members in collaboration with the Recruitment & Outreach Coordinator;
• Assist and support disaster deployments on the ground and as needed in coordination with the Manager;
• Leading activities and ensuring safety on volunteer projects in coordination with public and private entities;
• Attend weekly staff meetings and other team meetings as required;
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED and…