Pacific West Conservation Crew Assistant Team Leader; ATL- Northern California

Join American Conservation Experience in California and enjoy free housing, skills training, and other benefits while helping to restore public lands from the Pacific Coast to the Sierra Nevada mountains! Multiple term lengths, locations, start dates, and other options are available.

American Conservation Experience, a non-profit conservation corps with divisional branches in Sacramento, CA, Ridgecrest, CA, and Coachella Valley, CA, is looking for Ameri Corps Team Leaders (ATLs) to join our team of young adults serving on meaningful conservation projects throughout the Pacific West. Our mission is to introduce and prepare our Ameri Corps members for careers in resource management within the conservation corps industry or with public agencies such as California State Parks, US Forest Service, National Park Service, National Fish and Wildlife Service, the Bureau of Land Management, as well as many other local and non-profit land steward organizations.

ACE Pacific West crews serve in Yosemite National Park, Sequoia Kings Canyon National Park, Death Valley National Park, on the Pacific Crest Trail, in coastal State Parks, on the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, and in numerous other inspiring locations.

This opportunity is intended for those looking to utilize their leadership skills to advance their career while immersed in a community of like‑minded young professionals from around the country.

ATLs typically serve for 26 weeks on projects including ecological restoration, habitat improvement, and trail maintenance and construction, all while completing a term of Ameri Corps service. While serving, ATLs typically have 3‑6 days off between each project to enjoy California's abundant beauty and recreational opportunities with their friends and colleagues. Take your next step towards beginning or advancing your career by applying with us today!

1) 4/20/2026

1) 10/21/2026

Sacramento, CA

Projects take place throughout California and the Pacific West.

Project schedules vary greatly, but typically ATLs serve 8 days on/6 days off or 4 days on/3 days off. For remote projects, ATLs spend off‑days nearer to their project location. Remote projects often last multiple project schedule cycles.

ATL compensation and benefits include a package valued at over $2,400/mo. ATLs will receive a Living Allowance of $520/week, paid bi‑weekly. ATLs obtain an Education Award for the amount of $3,697.50 (for 900 hours) upon successful completion of service. ACE provides ATLs with food during all project days; ATLs are responsible for providing their own food on off‑days. ACE provides ATLs with free housing during their term of service.

When working in or near the Pacific West Division, ATLs spend off days in our hostel‑style housing in Sacramento, CA. When working remotely, ATLs will be provided tents and campsites in those remote locations. The ATL will provide their own blankets/pillow/sleeping bag/towels. Ameri Corps Team Leaders may also be eligible for qualifying child care coverage and federal loan forbearance. Additional enrollment steps are required.

ACE provides each ATL their own tent. The ATL will provide their own sleeping bag, sleeping pad, rain gear, and hiking boots. Upon acceptance to the program, ATLs will receive a more extensive packing list. Weather can be highly variable, so plan on bringing layers of warm clothing and adequate rain gear. ATLs will have access to deeply discounted Pro Deals via Outdoor Prolink once they are offered and accept a position, and will have the opportunity to purchase discounted gear prior to their arrival.

ACE provides transportation to and from worksites; personal vehicles are not necessary throughout the ATL's term of service. ACE does not provide relocation assistance.

ATLs serve in professionally supervised teams as they explore future outdoor careers, learn practical field skills, and develop confidence as emerging leaders in the field of conservation. ATLs are afforded opportunities to learn and train under the guidance of professional mentors within ACE, while gaining invaluable career…