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Detroit Crew Leaders

Summer Employment Opportunities Working with Youth in Detroit area parks

Are you interested in leading a group of high school students completing hands-on conservation projects in Detroit area parks? The Student Conservation Association is currently accepting applications for Crew Leader positions for our 2009 Detroit Conservation Leadership Program located in Detroit, MI. Crew Leader Duties: Co-lead, supervise and mentor a team of ten high school youth, ages 15-18 for seven weeks (Mon-Fri. 8hrs/day) completing an assortment of hands-on conservation and restoration projects with The Greening of Detroit and other community partners; also plan and lead weekly educational field trips and reflection sessions.

Qualifications: 21yrs or older; valid driver’s license for 3+ years, MVR that meets SCA standards; current Basic First Aid and Adult CPR certifications or ability to obtain; outdoor skills; experience working with urban youth; ability to maintain safe, productive and enjoyable work environment; strong interest in working with and mentoring youth. Candidates must demonstrate a desire to rebuild and redefine Detroit in the image of our work and ourselves. Multi-lingual a plus.

Training and Program Dates :   Applicants must be able to attend the training session (travel, food, and lodging costs fully covered). Training: June 14th-21st

Program Dates: June 30th-August 15th

Additional professional development courses including Wilderness First Aid are offered prior to training. Salary is $3,325-$3,500 DOE.

For more information and to apply: please send your resume and cover letter to Evan Major, Detroit Program Manager, This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it , Phone: (313) 237-8733

For more information about SCA go to www.theSCA.org
SCA is a continually expanding nonprofit organization supporting youth in service to the environment and is an Equal opportunity employer promoting diversity in the environmental community.