Tucson Assistant Crew Leader AmeriCorps

JOB DETAILS

Actively Recruiting:
Yes

Position title:

Spring Tucson Assistant Crew Leader (January Start) – Ameri Corps

Final date to receive applications:

Type of Position:
Crew Leader

Town:
Tucson

State / Territory:
Arizona

Benefits:
Education Award, Meals/Food Assistance

Project/Program Focus:
Trails

Position Title:

2026 Spring Tucson Assistant Crew Leader (January Start) – Ameri Corps

Site

Location:

AZCC Tucson Office
1443 W Prince Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85705

Terms of Service:

• Start Date:
  
  01/06/2026
• End Date: 05/26/2026
• Ameri Corps Slot Classification: 675 Hours

Purpose:

Arizona Conservation Corps (AZCC) is an Ameri Corps program that engages motivated young adults, ages 18‑30, to complete challenging and impactful conservation and service projects throughout the western United States. AZCC crews serve in a variety of National Parks, National Forests, and other public areas. Projects may include trail construction & maintenance, habitat improvement, hazardous fuels reduction, historic preservation, chemical and mechanical invasive plant removal, and local environmental service projects.

AZCC provides opportunities for members to learn about the local environment and conservation issues throughout the duration of the program. Selected members are placed on a crew that will then collaborate to perform project work. This is an Ameri Corps position.

Description of Duties:
Assistant Crew Leaders (ACL) are responsible for facilitating a positive crew member experience by setting an example of enthusiasm throughout work and camp life. The ACL works in tandem with the Crew Leader (CL) to communicate directions, project specifications, and constructive criticism throughout the term of service. The ACL will expand their role, learn leadership strategies, and assume management duties including filling in for the CL in project relations or completing paperwork when needed.

• Commitment – AZCC participants must commit to all aspects of the program, including conservation projects, education, training, and other crew activities.
• Safety – All participants are required to participate in a culture of safety on their crew during all program activities by being aware of and adhering to program policies, as well as fostering an atmosphere of wellness in the program.
• Professionalism – Participants must be willing to follow all AZCC policies, maintain professional boundaries, and appropriately represent AZCC.
• Teamwork – Members must be willing to engage in collaboration, respect others, and assist in making group decisions.
• Technology – Projects are often in remote locations. The use of technology will be limited.
• Substance Free – Participants MUST be willing and able to refrain from alcohol and drugs while participating in the AZCC program.

• United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien
• At least 18 years of age
• Has received a high school diploma or equivalency certificate; or has not dropped out of elementary or secondary school to enroll as an Ameri Corps participant, and agrees to obtain a high school diploma or its equivalent prior to using the education award
• Agrees to provide information to establish eligibility and to complete a National Service Criminal History Check.

• Prior Ameri Corps service and experience with backpacking, wilderness travel, camp management and outdoor leadership preferred
• Flexibility, adaptability, and capacity to work in a changing work environment, including willingness to work a varying schedule. This position could also be deployed for national disaster relief, outside the region, for multiple weeks.
• Excellent communication, teaching/mentoring, and full conflict resolution and team-building skills
• Valid driver's license and an insurable driving record

Conservation Legacy is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to perform essential functions. Some positions may require periodic overnight travel, non‑traditional hours, ability to move across varied terrain, use program‑specific tools and a range of…