Utah State University · 1 month ago
Hourly Field Coordinator
Moab, UT
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$17/hr - $18/hrUtah State University operates the Utah Conservation Corps (UCC), which focuses on conservation efforts on public lands in Utah. The UCC Field Coordinator is responsible for leading and supporting field crews, providing training, and ensuring compliance with protocols while engaging in various conservation projects.
Education
Responsibilities
Field Crew Leadership and Support
Provides technical, logistical and administrative support to crews
Provides crews with training, guidance and feedback in a structured environment
Assist UCC staff in the development and implementation of a fire crews program
Serves as a role model, resource, mediator and advisor for crews
Assists in completing written mid-term and final evaluations for Crew Leaders
Conducts regular risk management audits in the field
Maintains a positive and professional attitude at all times
Communicates with project sponsors, as needed
Ensures compliance with UCC protocols, procedures and enforces policies
Assists in taking weekly check in calls from crews in the field, and will be required to be on-call for specific periods of time
Assists and/or supervises the rig-up and de-rig of crews
Serves as a temporary crew leader, as needed
Assists with seasonal crew training weeks and provides ongoing training in the field
Topics include a variety of technical skills and people skills training: Trail Maintenance & Construction, Proper Tool Use & Maintenance, Critical Incident Scenario, Outdoor Leadership Skills, Pre-Project Planning & Organization, Chainsaw Training & Certification, Conflict Resolution, Debriefs & Feedback , Rig-Up/De-Rig Procedures, Vehicle Inspections and Maintenance, Herbicide; safety, use, and storage
Other: Outdoor Skills, Expedition Behavior, Leave No Trace, Food & Menu Planning, Map & Compass, Common Backcountry Medical Issues (blisters, dehydration, etc.), Packing and Fitting a Backpack, Group Campsite: food storage, hygiene, water purification, stoves, dish washing system, etc
Tool and Equipment Assistance
Communicates tool and equipment needs to UCC field staff
Assists in maintenance of hand tools, chain saws, brush cutters, camp equipment, and general shop maintenance and organization
Assists in inventory of tools and equipment assigned to crews and projects
Recruitment
Other Duties as Assigned
Qualification
Required
Conservation corps or similar land management experience
Leadership experience in a team or crew-based setting
Demonstrated leadership and communication skills
Teaching, training, and mentoring experience
Conflict management & resolution
Effective communication & interpersonal skills
Experience and demonstrated ability to self-direct, problem solve, be creative, organize, manage conflict, and be flexible in order to meet programmatic goals
Alignment to UCC mission and values of safety, service, community, inclusivity, positivity, and commitment
Preferred
Faller B chainsaw training and substantial experience using a chainsaw
Trail maintenance and construction experience
First Aid/CPR and or Wilderness Medicine experience
Company
Utah State University
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1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.24MKey Investors
US Department of Commerce, Economic Development AdministationUtah State Legislature
2022-01-27Grant· $0.24M
2021-11-11Grant
Leadership Team
Michael Torrens
Executive Director, Analysis Assessment & Accreditation
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