NEOGOV · 2 weeks ago
Youth Corps Progam Assistant
IA 50109, IA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$17/hr - $18/hrNEOGOV is seeking a Youth Corps Program Assistant to assist with coordinating daily operations of Polk County Conservation’s Youth Corps crews. The role involves supervising youth crew members, leading various conservation projects, and fostering environmental awareness while working in both indoor and outdoor settings.
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Responsibilities
Work with Youth Corps Coordinator to coordinate and plan Youth Corps work projects with various Polk County Conservation staff
Supervise, motivate, and encourage crew members and leaders, in a variety of scenarios and situations, to restore and protect habitat, appreciate the outdoors and learn life skills
Serves as a positive role model and mentor to foster environmental awareness and a strong work ethic in crew members and leaders
Aid in Instructing crew members in safe operation of tools and equipment and enforces safe practices
Lead crew to complete projects that may include invasive species removal, trail maintenance, painting, small carpentry projects, campground maintenance, trash removal, seed harvest, tree planting, etc
Lead educational and recreational activities that may involve following a lesson plan, facilitating group discussions, leading activities, or teaching recreation such as canoeing, fishing, camping, fire building, etc
Serve as a co-leader for a crew of up to 10 youth when a Crew Leader may be absent
Aid in the repair, maintenance, and inventory of Youth Corps equipment
Manages daily activities and work projects by communicating expectations to crew leaders
Completes necessary paperwork including but not limited to incident reports, crew member check-in, pre-and post-program surveys and daily work logs
Assists Youth Corps Coordinator with administrative tasks as needed to support seasonal crews
Communicate effectively while taking a leadership initiative
Uphold and demonstrate the Polk County Conservation Youth Corps Code of Conduct at all times
Qualification
Required
Ability to lead, direct, and creatively motivate socio-economically and ethnically diverse teenage work crews ages 15-18
Ability to work outdoors for long periods in adverse weather conditions (heat, humidity, rain, etc.)
Ability to complete heavy physical labor tasks (extensive lifting, bending, digging) and requires the use of various equipment, trailers, and vehicles including tool maintenance
Ability to lift and carry loads up to 30 pounds in all terrains and hike up to 5 miles
Ability to motivate and educate under challenging conditions
Ability to create a positive and inclusive environment welcoming to diverse backgrounds and culture
Knowledge of basic conservation practices, outdoor recreation skills, and current environmental issues
Ability to use basic forestry and construction equipment (shovels, rakes, pruners, loppers, etc.)
Prior leadership experience with peers
Ability to coordinate project tasks and logistics
Adaptable and active problem solver when faced with changing conditions
A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire
Graduation or currently enrolled at an accredited college or institute in Environmental Science, Forestry, Education, Social Work or similar degree or experience working with youth
Any equivalent combination of training and experience which will have provided the required knowledge, skills, and abilities as listed above
Must be at least 19 years of age
Pre-employment background check is required
Must have or obtain a Class D Driver's License or equivalent
Pesticide Applicator Certification, and CPR/First Aid Certification
Preferred
Previous work experience involving teenage youth preferred
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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