AmeriCorps Member Positions

Available AmeriCorps positions may be viewed in our AmeriCorps section.

Residential Program Positions

Staff and paricipants of NYC's residential programs live and work outdoors in some of the most beautiful and rugged natural areas of the Pacific Northwest.

Crew Leader and Assistant Crew Leader

As a Crew Leader or Assistant Crew Leader, you will lead a teen-age crew in one of our many conservation projects scattered across the Northwest. You will grow, learn and laugh along with your crew; build solid muscles and lasting friendships.

NYC is currently hiring to fill positions in our spring, summer and fall programs. We also offer a five week leadership training program for young adults interested in gaining the skills necessary to lead an NYC crew. Apply today or answer your questions by visiting our FAQ!

2009 Program Schedule (including 10 dat staff training)

• Spring Conservation Corps, March 31st - May 16th
• Summer Conservation Corps North1/South1, May 26th - August 29th
• Summer Conservation Corps East, May 26th - August 23rd
• Summer Conservation Corps North2/South2, June 2nd - August 30th
• Summer Teens and Trails, June 2nd - August 15th
• Fall Conservation Corps, September 1st - October 18th

Leadership Development Program

The Leadership Development Program (LDP) integrates team-based work projects, education, and on-site technical training into a curriculum that emphasizes leadership growth, and the development of conservation work skills. Participants earn a stipend and an AmeriCorps education award. Successful graduates of the LDP will be eligible for summer or fall field staff positions with NYC.

2009 Leadership Development Program Schedule

• LDP1 - Arizona, September 24th - November 5th
• LDP2 - Arizona, February 12th - March 26th
• LDP3 - Arizona/Idaho, April 9th - July 12th
• LDP4 - Idaho, May 28th - August 23rd

Non-Residential Program Positions

NYC's non-residential staff and participants live at home and will work during the day to cultivate natural resources in and around their local community.

Crew Leader and Assistant Crew Leader

Like their residential counterparts, Crew Leaders and Assistant Crew Leaders of our non-residential programs will lead a teen-age crew in one of our many projects.  Unlike our residential programs, they and their crew will live at home while still experiencing the beauty of the outdoors during the day.  NYC Crew Leaders and Assistant Crew Leaders strive to build positive relationships while working for the betterment of their local community.

NYC is currently hiring to fill positions for its Outdoor Oregon program.  Apply now!