Women’s Fuels and Fire Crew Leader

Here at MCC, we focus on the growth of our participants, positively impacting our climate and environment, and transferable job skills.  Our participants camp while working on physically demanding and essential natural resource and conservation projects on some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the Northern Rockies and Plains.  If you are looking for something unique and want to make a positive impact on the environment, then this is the perfect opportunity for you! 

Job Overview

GAIN PROFESSIONAL JOB SKILLS, CONTRIBUTE TO CLIMATE RESILIENCE, AND LAUNCH YOUR WILDLAND FIRE CAREER!

The Montana Conservation Corps is looking for a Crew Leader for our Women’s Fuels and Fire Crew based in Grand Teton National Park!  This crew is for anyone who identifies as a woman. We welcome trans applicants who are comfortable in a female-identifying space.  This crew will work with the National Park Service in Grand Teton National Park for the majority of the season.  These partners are extremely invested in the program, and are highly committed to getting participants out on fire after their season, and in future wildland fire careers. Work will primarily consist of wildland fuels mitigation projects with an emphasis on chainsaw use.  Participants will receive basic wildland fire qualifications including a nationally recognized chainsaw certification, basic wildland firefighting classes (S130, S190), in addition to having an opportunity to receive a  wildland fire red card.  There may be opportunities to deploy on fire assignments AFTER the term of service ends.  This is a great opportunity to get exposure to the world of wildland fire, and provides an excellent stepping stone for future career opportunities.  If you are looking for something unique, want to address urgent climate change issues, and want to make a positive impact on the environment, then this is the perfect opportunity for you! 

Location: Bozeman MT

Program Dates: 2/28/2022 – 8/12/2022

Living Allowance: $837.00 biweekly before taxes are taken out

AmeriCorps Education Award: $3,214.50 upon completion of the program

Health Insurance: Provided at NO COST

Member Assistance Program: Free 24/7 access to confidential behavioral health counseling, financial assistance, medical/legal advocacy, and more!

Food Per Diem while on Projects

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MCC is committed to being diverse, welcoming, and inclusive. We are working to reduce barriers to participating in our programs. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Special Benefits

Benefits:

• Education Award Use for student loans, certifications, work trade programs, education expenses, and more
• Forbearance for certain student loans while serving with AmeriCorps.
• FREE Health Insurance* (members serving in 675 slots and above)
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) FREE access to 24/7 behavioral health resources. Also includes financial planning, legal assistance, life coaching, and more! 
• Living Allowance
• AmeriCorps Child Care Benefits
• Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP)
• Meals provided while on projects
• Access to Pro Deals
• We provide uniform work shirts and transportation to work sites.
• Tools and safety gear are covered. Things like hard hat, work gloves, ear protection, safety glasses and group camping gear. We have some items to loan if needed
• DEI funds to help purchase gear or travel to Montana.

Certifications (Depending on Position and Crew Type):

• Wilderness Advanced First Aid & CPR
• Defensive Driving 
• Chainsaw Certification
• Wildland Fire Red Card 

Training and Opportunities (Depending on Position and Crew Type):

• Training on Resume Building, Interviewing, and Federal Hiring
• Hand & Power Tool Use (including chainsaw and crosscut saw)
• Leave No Trace
• Habitat Management & Improvement
• Learn about natural resource management
• Develop life skills, work skills, and a strong service ethic
• Connect with project partners: federal, state, and non-profits for career opportunities
• Join our network of alumni in natural resource careers all over the country
• Work in beautiful, wild, and protected places.
• Work in National Forests, wilderness areas, and National Parks. 
• Make lasting changes to the environment, climate, and our communities.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications:

• High school degree, GED, or willingness to work towards obtaining a GED
• Ages 18-35
• US Citizen, National or lawful permanent resident
• Ability to pass a National Service Criminal History Check
• Ability to eventually hike 3-20 miles per day in terrain that can be steep, rocky or uneven, often wearing a 45lb backpack while carrying tools and sometimes backpacking with full packs of 60 – 70lbs
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds repeatedly and use hand and power tools
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to obtain Wilderness Advanced First Aid/CPR training. (Training is reimbursable to allotted amount/ MCC provides training)
• Demonstrates desire to serve the community and the environment
• Embraces willingness to work long, hard hours in all weather conditions; ability to be away on overnight trips for up to 10 days at a time
• Commitment to completing term; available for duration of entire term of service

Desired Additional Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license, ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check
• 21 years old on the start date of the program