The CCYC Field Supervisor is an AmeriCorps position that provides field operations support to ensure crews have sufficient resources to meet their job needs. After a period of training with the Field Manager, the Field Supervisor will be assisting with the Crew Leader DevelopmentProgram (CLDP) in early spring and provide field support for summer/fall young adult crews.Primary responsibilities include: assisting Field Manager with training Crew Leaders on technical and interpersonal skills, coordinating with CCDC staff and agency partners, and maintaining Corps resources in the shop and bunkhouse. The Field Supervisor often travels to remote field sites to support staff and members. They will spend 80% of their time in the field.Project sites are either front-country or back-country (accessible through hiking or rafting). The position will be responsible for the quality control and overseeing execution of high quality of work with multiple Crews on chainsaw, fencing, and/or trails projects, while assisting with scheduled time for crew member development activities. These activities include: discussion, critical thinking scenarios, writing development and conservation lessons.
Job Title: CCYC Field Supervisor
Salary: Americorps Living Stipend of $760 per week (paid bi-weekly) plus FreeHousing and AmeriCorps Education award of $5,176.50 (pending, and upon completion of terms of service)
Manager: CCYC Manager
Classification: AmeriCorps, Full-time, Non-exempt (March – November)
Location: Monticello, Utah
About the Organization
Bears Ears Partnership (BEP) works to protect and build respect for the cultural and natural landscapes of the greater Bears Ears region. BEP has been an essential local voice for protecting the culturally rich, publicly managed lands of southeast Utah since 2010.BEP accomplishes its mission through six primary focus areas:
- Indigenous Connections: Supporting Indigenous collaborative management throughtechnical expertise, local knowledge, visitation to cultural sites, and advocacy
- Field Work: Carrying out tangible on-the-ground projects to protect resources andimprove the visitor experience in a way that blends archaeology with cultural heritage
- Stewardship: Monitoring land uses and visitor impacts to identify and mitigate threats tocultural sites, wilderness values, and natural resources
- Education: Changing visitor behavior by inspiring appreciation and teaching “Visit withRespect” principles, both at the Bears Ears Education Center and out on the landscape
- Advocacy: Working collaboratively with partners to create robust protections andprevent damage through harmful policies
- Research: Enhancing knowledge of cultural and natural resources throughdocumentation, partnerships, fiscal sponsorship, and volunteer support of research projects
Bears Ears Partnership is committed to justice, equity, diversity and inclusion in all of our work.We strive to support Indigenous leadership in our work and achieve our mission through collaboration and partnerships.We believe diversity makes us stronger and we encourage interested candidates who have a strong desire to apply for this position, even if a few of the qualifications or duties may be a challenge for the candidate. Our ideal candidate will be someone who is willing to expand their skills and to develop into an expert on Visit with Respect principles as we grow this program and our organization.
Program Summary
The Canyon Country Youth Corps (CCYC) is a program operated by the Bears EarsPartnership in Monticello, Utah. CCYC provides opportunities for youth and young adults to participate in service projects on public lands in Southeastern Utah in partnership with the land-managing agencies of the region. Service Projects include trail maintenance and construction; fence construction, repair or demolition; habitat restoration; mechanical and non-mechanical vegetation thinning; invasive species removal and treatment; and other conservation related projects in backcountry and front country settings.
Position Summary
March 2024 – November 2024
The CCYC Field Supervisor is an AmeriCorps position that provides field operations support to ensure crews have sufficient resources to meet their job needs. After a period of training with the Field Manager, the Field Supervisor will be assisting with the Crew Leader DevelopmentProgram (CLDP) in early spring and provide field support for summer/fall young adult crews.Primary responsibilities include: assisting Field Manager with training Crew Leaders on technical and interpersonal skills, coordinating with CCDC staff and agency partners, and maintaining Corps resources in the shop and bunkhouse. The Field Supervisor often travels to remote field sites to support staff and members. They will spend 80% of their time in the field.Project sites are either front-country or back-country (accessible through hiking or rafting). The position will be responsible for the quality control and overseeing execution of high quality of work with multiple Crews on chainsaw, fencing, and/or trails projects, while assisting with scheduled time for crew member development activities. These activities include: discussion, critical thinking scenarios, writing development and conservation lessons.
DUTIES
Program Logistics:
- Manage and organize a clean and efficient operations center (CCYC Basecamp).
- Maintain and repair equipment and tools.
- Assist in the supervision of de-rigs and re-supply of tools, equipment and food for all crews
- Assist in maintaining an accurate inventory of CCYC tools and equipment.
- Maintain a clean and functional food storage area, while facilitating efficient meal planning and shopping by crew leaders.
- Plan for the logistics associated with new programs as they arise.
- Coordinate the repair and maintenance of CCYC vehicles with other staff.
- Assist CCYC Coordinator and Corps Support Services as advised.
General Administration:
- Work within the established program budget in association with the Field Coordinator.
- Support Field Coordinator in performing regular field site visits and complete reports with necessary documentation.
- Ensures compliance with CCYC/BEP safety policies and procedures by issuingwarnings and dismissing members from the program when necessary, incoordination with the Crew Leaders and CCYC Manager
- Meet regularly with other CCYC staff members.
Field Support and Risk Management:
- Provide support, evaluation, and guidance to Crew Leaders during field visits.
- Enforce all organizational Policies and Procedures in the field and at Basecamp.
- Assist in on-the-ground project quality by providing technical assistance to crewsas needed.
- Assist crew with essential resupplies in the field, if needed.
- Participate in a rotating call schedule for afterhours crew emergency support.
Necessary Skills and Qualifications
- Experience with other youth conservation corps, or outdoor-based youth development programs, required.
- Experience in all or most of the following is preferred: trail construction & maintenance, chainsaw operation & maintenance, hand tool maintenance, fencing, rafting, running backcountry crews.
- S-212 chainsaw training will be required if not already certified
- Training in Wilderness First Responder will be required if not already certified.
- Good organizational and problem-solving skills required.
- Excellent communication and teaching/mentoring skills required.
- Strong conflict resolution and team building skills required.
- Able to work independently and as part of a fast-paced team environment, required.
- Positive attitude and ability to have FUN with young adults required.
- Successful candidates must possess a valid driver’s license, insurable driving record,and acceptable background check, required.
AmeriCorps Benefits
– Living Stipend–$760.00 weekly (paid Bi-weekly)
Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $5,176.50 upon completion of 1200 hours of service. Access to conferences and AmeriCorps training throughout the year. Education awards are eligible for a match at several institutions. This position is YOUR service year, since CCYC is a small program we can help you reach goals that you are interested in/passionate about throughout the year.
The Utah Commission on Service and Volunteerism (UServe Utah) and The CorpsNetwork encourages individuals with physical and mental disabilities to participate as AmeriCorps members through National Service programs operating in the state of Utah.CCYC can make reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants.
Physical/Essential Requirements
This position requires periodic overnight travel and non-traditional work hours, including weekend and evening hours. To successfully perform essential functions, the candidate is required to sit, stand, walk, speak and hear. The Field Supervisor may be required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl on an infrequent basis and possess the ability to hike and climb in rough terrain. They must be able to operate office equipment, telephone, and computer and reach with hands and arms. The Field Supervisor may be required to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
This job description is intended as an overview of the position duties, qualifications and responsibilities. It is not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties and responsibilities as defined by BEP management. BEP is fully committed to ensuring an environment in which non-discrimination and equal opportunity are fundamental values. BEP prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, mental or physical disability, political belief or affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, sexual preference, gender expression, gender identity, medical condition, ancestry, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under state or federal law.
Application Process
Send a resume and cover letter explaining how your experiences and skills match this position to
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Bears Ears Partnership follows all state and federal law, as well as organizational policy, designated to safeguard against discrimination on the basis of age, gender, gender identity, race, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy status, and genetic information.
Bears Ears Partnership is committed to diversity and inclusivity at all levels of our organization including our hiring practices. We strongly encourage individuals who are seeking to grow into their positions to submit their resumes for consideration. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please contact