RMYC Conservation Corps Assistant Leader

The RMYC Conservation Corps Assistant Leader position at AmeriCorps involves leading young adults in conservation projects in Colorado. Participants will engage in environmental work, camp together, and explore the Rocky Mountains. The role requires full-time commitment during the summer and includes a living allowance and training. Candidates must be between 21 and 31 years old, and a high school diploma is required. This is not a remote job.
Since 2000, this cornerstone program of Rocky Mountain Youth Corps has served up to 170 young people each year through environmental conservation projects and education. RMYC offers a diverse set of hard skills training opportunities including trail work, fuel reductions, environmental restoration, recreation management, historic preservation, wildlife habitat management, and invasive species management. Joining an RMYC crew means immersing yourself in a season of adventure, collaboration, and meaningful conservation work in the breathtaking landscapes of northwest Colorado. As part of a tight-knit team of 8-10 individuals, you'll live and work together in a camping setting, tackling priority projects throughout the week and unwinding by exploring the stunning Rocky Mountains on weekends. While it demands hard work in challenging conditions, this journey creates unforgettable memories and transformative experiences.

Member Duties : In RMYC’s Conservation Corps program, young adults spend a season serving on meaningful conservation projects. All assistant crew leaders will participate in service projects, daily camp chores, educational activities, and weekend recreation (weekends are summer only). - Summer Season: Crews will remain together 24/7 in the field with the use of an RMYC vehicle on projects and weekend recreational travel and activities. You are considered ‘ON’ RMYC time the entire summer. -Fall Season: Crews will Travel to projects, serve , and camp together 5-9 days at a time and then will return to the office and be ‘OFF’ for 2-5 days at a time. participants are responsible for their own food, transportation, and lodging. - Optional Disaster Relief Assignments: RMYC partners with the AmeriCorps Disaster Response Team to respond to natural disasters.

Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Training , Education award upon successful completion of service .

Terms :
Car recommended .

Service Areas :
None

Skills :
None

SUMMARY

Program Type:

AmeriCorps State / National

Program

RMYC Conservation Corps Assistant Leader

Program Start/End Date

05/04/2026 - 10/16/2026

Work Schedule

Full Time

Education level

High school diploma/GED

Age Requirement

Minimum: 21 Maximum: 31

Program Locations

COLORADO

Languages

English

Accepting Applications

From 11/01/2025 To 05/05/2026

To apply :

Phone 9708792135

E-mail aroscoe@rockymountainyouthcorps.com

Website https://www.rockymountainyouthcorps.org/conservation-corps-18

Contact

Ashley Roscoe

991 Captain Jack Dr

Steamboat Springs CO 80487

9708792135

aroscoe@rockymountainyouthcorps.com

Listing ID

125831