Baltimore Program Assistant

Conservation Begins Here.
The Student Conservation Association (SCA), America’s #1 conservation service organization seeks a Program Assistant to support the Baltimore Community Program Manager.

Program Dates: July 8th – August 16th, 2013

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work in SCA’s Baltimore field office to assist SCA and Civic Works Program staff with coordinating conservation projects for crews
• Act as a liaison with agency partners and crew leaders
• Manage SCA’s gear and tool cache
• Assist with crew leader training and closing ceremonies
• Plan weekly environmental education field days
• Serve as alternate crew leader if needed

Qualifications:

• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Must have ability to legally work in the US
• Must be able to attend mandatory Crew Leader training: (June 6th – June 14th, 2013)
• Current First Aid certification & CPR required by the start of the training
• Experience working with youth or young adults (ages 14-18), teaching in an educational environment a plus
• Previous Project Management experience
• Experience with land management agencies, trail maintenance, construction experience and chainsaw certification preferred
• Knowledge of SCA programs; Familiarity with Baltimore Parks preferred
• Microsoft Office proficiency – including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Valid driver’s license and MVR that meets SCA standards required
• Ability to meet SCA’s criminal background check standards

Compensation: Days off and part-time schedule could be worked out. Pay based on $585/week for 40 hours. Discounted group housing available.

To Apply: Please be sure to send your cover letter, resume & 3 references to hiring@thesca.org with Batlimore Program Assistant in the subject line..

SCA is an EOE dedicated to workforce diversity.
For more information about SCA, visit us at www.theSCA.org