Summer Program Seasonal Coordinator (Albuquerque)

ROCKY MOUNTAIN YOUTH CORPS

Middle Rio Grande (Albuquerque)

2024 Summer Program Coordinator

Rocky Mountain Youth Corps (RMYC), located in New Mexico, is a nonprofit youth development organization serving New Mexico’s youth and young adults. We are a stepping stone to new opportunities, and we inspire Corps members to make a positive difference in themselves and their communities. Through training and service, Corpsmembers discover the potential for leading healthy, productive lives.

POSITION PURPOSE: The role of the Middle Rio Grande (MRG) Summer Coordinator is to ensure proper functioning of summer crew logistics in accordance with RMYC guidelines and the philosophy of Positive Youth Development (PYD). The coordinator will oversee multiple projects and crews, support the personal and professional development of crew members, and promote a culture of safety at all times, all while supporting Crew Supervisors in meeting expectations of project quality and efficiency. This individual specifically will oversee a trail crew and a local agriculture crew out of the MRG region, and the qualified applicant will have experience in both fields.

Position Type:

Seasonal, full time, exempt. Schedules will vary based on crews assigned. Typical schedule is 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, Monday-Friday, with additional time as required by program responsibilities.

Salary:

$19 an hour paid biweekly

Reports to:

MRG Conservation Program Manager

Dates:

April 23, 2024 to August 2, 2024 (Exact dates may change due to project partner needs, funding availability, or other situations that may arise)

Location:

Based out of Albuquerque, NM with travel around the Middle Rio Grande Region

BENEFITS:

Health Insurance, Dental insurance, paid time off, paid federal holidays off, partial cell phone reimbursement, IRA retirement plan with 3% match after 60 days, Eligible for Public Lands Corps Hiring Authority status, Pro-Deals. As described in the RMYC Staff Manual and Crew Supervisor Manual.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Program Coordination

  • Care for and coordinate projects and partnerships for summer season crews

  • Communicate with project partners to ensure timely completion of project activities and outcomes.

  • Regularly communicate project timelines to Crew Leaders, Crews, and Program Manager

  • Work closely with the MRG Program Manager in tracking and management of vehicles, tools, supplies, and equipment.

  • Provide general oversight for program operations.

  • Provide general risk management oversight and communicate risk management issues with Crew Leaders and Program Manager

• Personnel Management and Training

  • Directly supervise, coach, and guide crew Leaders, ensuring Professional Youth Development, professional and efficient crew operations, and the fulfillment of RMYC’s mission

  • Provide technical training for Summer Program in areas of expertise including trail construction, trail maintenance, gardening, small-scale agricultural tasks, invasive species removal, environmental education, community garden construction, community outreach, and tool use/maintenance.

  • Communicate and manage corpsmember performance or behavioral issues with Crew Leaders

  • Collaborate with RMYC Training Department on weekly education session design and coordination.

• Administrative Duties

  • Coordinate completion of project reporting (Project Impact Forms) on summer crews to inform bi- weekly reports.

  • Assist crew leaders in tracking and coding all projects, expenses, and in-kind contributions.

  • Review and approve timesheets for Crew Members and Crew Leaders

  • Complete paperwork with accuracy and efficiency

• Other responsibilities

  • Participate in staff and program meetings.

  • Substitute for Crew Leaders when necessary

  • Work with other staff members on a variety of events and projects

  • Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Knowledge

• Familiarity with conservation work, agricultural work, and public lands

• Advanced skill level in all or most of the following: trail construction and maintenance, gardening/small-scale agriculture, landscaping, and hand tool use and maintenance.

• Knowledge of local community, regional contacts, and agency partnerships

Experience

• Experience with positive youth development and working with youth ages 17-25

• Experience working with young people, preferably in an outdoor and/or experiential setting.

• Experience overseeing staff and projects.

Skills

• Exemplary organizational skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Good group facilitation skills

• Proficient in all Microsoft Office Suite applications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to organize tasks and prioritize to meet deadlines.

Behavioral Competencies

• Ability to work well with people from diverse backgrounds.

• Good mentoring and problem-solving skills

• The ability to interact credibly and diplomatically with all levels in the Corps organization and the external community – tailoring communication effectively for different groups and stakeholders.

• Flexibility, adaptability and capacity to work in a fluid, changing work environment.

• An open, inclusive, team-oriented work style and ability to collaborate with senior leadership team at all locations.

Preferred Experience / Education / Certification:

• College/vocational/ technical degree in education, natural resources, youth development or a related field

• Three or more seasons of experience in a youth conservation corps or similar field

• Two or more years (or seasonal equivalent) of supervisory experience

Physical Activities and Requirements

• The MRG Summer Coordinator may be required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl on an infrequent basis. This individual must be able to operate office equipment, telephone, and computer and reach with hands and arms. The MRG Summer Coordinator may be required to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted. The ability to drive an organizational vehicle is also required.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Considerations

• Pre-employment background check will be required which may include the requirement that the applicant be fingerprinted for a FBI background check.

• Minimum 21 years of age by April 23, 2024

• Must have an insurable driving record.

• RMYC staff are expected to participate in occasional unpaid volunteer service activities

To apply:

Submit your application which must include a resume and cover letter.

Rocky Mountain Youth Corps is available to all and we will not discriminate or refuse services to any staff or member because of perceived or actual race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, military service or pregnancy.

RMYC is a drug free workplace. All RMYC positions depend upon funding availability.