Americorps Program Supervisor

Calling all outdoor enthusiasts! Join the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) in our mission to protect the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic Appalachian region, ongoing since 1876. Our values encompass diversity, inclusivity, trust, and respect for the environment. As an employee, you'll gain access to enriching programs, policies, and procedures that enable you to drive real change. If you're ready to explore, protect, and create memories within a dynamic community, apply now be a part of the AMC team! 

This dynamic position offers an excellent opportunity to administer a multi-state AMC AmeriCorps Program and support AMC's youth employment program in northern New Hampshire. This position will work to ensure the continued success of AMC AmeriCorps Program in partnership with The Corps Network (TCN) Education Award Program as well as support the partnership with Jobs for America's Graduates (JAG)-New Hampshire Youth Trail Crew. The AMC AmeriCorps Program Supervisor will plan, coordinate, and administer an AMC AmeriCorps program and AMC/JAG-NH program based out of AMC Camp Dodge Trails Center - Gorham, New Hampshire. This position will collaborate with several seasonal staff to manage the 16+ Member program along with maintaining communications with land managing partners and TCN.  

The AMC AmeriCorps Program Supervisor reports to the AMC Trail Programs Manager - North Country and will work closely with a variety of staff located at Pinkham Notch Visitor Center, Highland Center at Crawford Notch, AMC Headquarters in Boston, MA, Western Massachusetts, and Maine. This position will also work with volunteer leaders, AMC committees, ATC, USFS, NPS, USFW, various land trusts, and other partners as needed. 

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING AT AMC
 

• Oversee all aspects of the AMC AmeriCorps Program including AmeriCorps compliance, reporting, recruitment, placement, training, Member support, and reporting.
• Support a 16+ Member AMC AmeriCorps Program serving on conservation and trail stewardship projects across New Hampshire and in Massachusetts on occasion.
• Recruit, hire and supervise 4 seasonal employees that serve as staff trail crew leaders for the AMC AmeriCorps Members.
• Recruit, hire and supervise 2 seasonal employees that serve as staff trail crew leaders for the AMC/JAG-NH Youth Trail Crew.
• Coordinate with Land Managers on AMC AmeriCorps and AMC/JAG-NH conservation and trail stewardship projects.
• Collaborate with The Corps Network for the acquisition and management of the AmeriCorps Education Award Program.  
• Work collectively with others in AMC's Trails Department on conservation and trail stewardship projects, non-Federal contracts, and other AMC Trails Department initiatives.
• Maintain program compliance, policy expectations and safety practices on AMC AmeriCorps Programs.
• Serve as primary contact for the AMC in partnership with The Corps Network (TCN) Education Award Program and Jobs for America's Graduates - New Hampshire.
• Participate in annual conferences offered by The Corps Network.
• Collect programs statistics and compile regular reports including AmeriCorps Member engagement, service hours, accomplishments, etc.
• Manage the AMC AmeriCorps Program budget.
• Participate in other AMC committees, teams, and working groups.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT AMC IS LOOKING FOR

• Minimum of 2-4 years of trail maintenance and construction, natural resource management, or outdoor program administration, with previous supervisory and leadership experience. Experience can be in any combination of staff or volunteer roles.
• Bachelor's degree with studies in Recreation, Natural Resources Management or relevant combined professional experience.
• Excellent organizational skills that include the ability to handle many different projects simultaneously and find creative solutions to problems.
• Proven successful supervisory ability of seasonal employees
• Proficiency in the use of computers with associated word processing, desktop publishing, and database programs
• Works well with others in a professional environment and can interact with the public and land managing partners under sometimes challenging conditions
• Must be willing to work occasional weekends and evenings and be able to travel and work in the field
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving history subject to a driving record check conducted by the AMC
• Physically able to travel safely on foot in all weather conditions on unimproved trails carrying up to 20 lbs of gear is preferred.
• Ability to perform and teach a variety of trail work activities is preferred.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.

WHAT AMC CAN OFFER YOU

Salary range: $45,843 - $61,849 / year

We are committed to equitable compensation practices, and we encourage qualified candidates to apply. The initial salary represents our starting point, and our compensation philosophy is designed to reward and recognize the contributions of our employees as they grow within the organization. External candidates typically begin their journey with us at the starting point of the salary range. The final compensation offer will be based on factors such as experience, education, skills and geographic differential relevant to the position, and will be discussed during the interview process.

Benefits

• Health Plan:  Generous employer contributions through Blue Cross Blue Shield Massachusetts with optional vision and dental. 
• Other Insurance: 100% employer paid life insurance, AD&D insurance, long-term disability.
• Career Progression: The potential to have annual compensation reviews commensurate with performance and effort. 
• Retirement: 403(b) with 4% matching employer contributions and a vesting schedule.
• Paid Time Off: up to 4 weeks of Paid Time Off and up to 11 paid company holidays.
• Other Team Member Perks: 
  • 30% discount on AMC Merchandise 
  • Free Annual AMC Membership
  • 10 Free nights at AMC locations
  • Educational Assistance
  • Prodeals discounts on equipment & gear and more!

HOW TO APPLY AT AMC

Please include a resume and cover letter. No phone calls or agencies please.

AMC welcomes all qualified candidates to apply and we invite the full participation of all individuals currently underrepresented in the outdoor community. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals from racially and/or ethnically diverse communities, individuals with disabilities, individuals from LGBTQ+ communities, and individuals who experience intersectionality with one or more of these identities.

The Appalachian Mountain Club has zero tolerance for child abuse or placing children in danger. The AMC requires all employees who work in a program or facility which serves children, disabled persons, or the elderly to have a criminal background record check performed on their name annually with employment contingent upon satisfactory results.

The AMC is a member of the 21 Century Conservation Corps and is a proud partner of The Corps Network. The Corps Network is the National Association of Service and Conservation Corps. The AMC is one of 130 Corps across the country that provides young adults and veterans the opportunity to serve our country through projects on public lands and in rural and urban communities. The AMC is an Accredited Conservation Corps by the Corps Center of Excellence.