Siskiyou Mountain Club

Job description

Title: Strike Team Crew Lead

About Siskiyou Mountain Club

Siskiyou Mountain Club is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving trails in the backcountry of Southwest Oregon and Northwest California. We have restored over 200 miles of trails that had become impassable and our crews do the hard work it takes to sustain approximately 400 miles of trails we have adopted.

We believe that it’s a privilege to work in the most remote and undeveloped wildlands on the Pacific Coast. We believe in giving everyone the chance to earn a spot at the table and contribute to the mission’s direction and growth and we aim to provide outstanding personal and professional growth opportunities for our employees. The Club takes pride in providing outstanding personal and professional growth opportunities for our employees who pursue meaningful achievements that lead to our strategic landscape-scale outcomes.

We are an equal opportunity employer and place high value on a diverse workforce. Read more about our commitment to civil rights and social justice here.

Job Description
Strike Team Leads are responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of our Strike Team, a small crew of staff that takes on projects that call for technical skills, professional performance, and experienced crew members that operate with an emphasis on project deliverables. The Strike Team Lead works in the field with crew members and is also responsible for coordination activities between work hitches.

Terms
Schedule has some flexibility for the right candidate. Position runs March 15, 2024 through September 30, 2024, with opportunities to stay through October for interested parties. Employees are allowed at least one (unpaid) two-week-long vacation. Pay is $20 per hour. Position includes up to 1,200 hours regular time and up to 500 hours over time. The ideal candidate is eager for advancement and in pursuit of multiple seasons. Reports to Lead Program Manager.

Benefits

$500 Gear Allowance
Employer health package. Employer covers 67% of health premium. Employee eligible after 60 days of full time employment
Eligible for employer match to retirement account after 1 season
Group housing may be available

Job Summary
Strike Team Leads commit to the duration of their term to support the Club’s Strike Team program and manage daily stewardship operations with their crew of experienced crew members. They direct and supervise staff on multi-day work hitches. Strike Team Leads flex into roles as needed to support field crews through exceptional communication and sharing of backcountry trails skills. Managing the Strike Team Crew is their primary responsibility, but Leads may help provide leadership for interns and other staff that interface with Strike Team Crew.

Duties and Responsibilities

Field Leadership

Manage strike team. Includes trip preparation, on-the-ground project execution, and followup and reporting
Collect field data to develop efficient itineraries and planning required to lead successful work hitches
Responsibility for maintaining diligent safety protocols
Ensure all reports are well supported and prepared for projects
Provide in-depth field training for staff on tool use, backcountry skills, safety, and general trail maintenance
Maintain trails to Siskiyou Mountain Club and agency standards
Set daily goals that align with project objectives developed by Program Managers
Assume responsibility for completing advanced tasks associated with projects

Communication

Serve as the Strike Team’s primary liaison. Coordinate projects with staff and partners.
Deliver verbal briefings, debriefings, and regular feedback in group and individual situations
Provide guidance, direction, training and feedback to staff reports
Lead scheduled reviews for staff
Provide succinct information to SMC management and staff
Identify, report, and address personnel issues
Provide detailed project reports that include geographic data, photos, and other information requested

Maintenance, training, and other duties

Ensure vehicles and tools are maintained and organized
Coordinate to help maintain tool cache
Provide input for program development
Other duties as assigned
Maintain stewardship database and provide project details

Required Skills and Experience

Minimum two seasons backcountry trails experience
Crosscut Bucking “B” or “C” Certified, and/or ability to certify at the “C” level by June 1, 2024
Ability to carry 50 pounds for 10 miles across rough terrain
Must be comfortable working from backcountry hike-in locations with no amenities for up to eight days
Ability to supervise staff and deliver regular feedback, including critical feedback, to staff reports
Ability to set realistic goals and motivate, inspire staff reports
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively with staff, partners, and agency representatives
Problem solving skills and strong flexibility
Ability to facilitate and lead effective conversations with small groups
One-on-one communication skills
Punctuality and ability to work long and odd hours
Enthusiastic to work holidays and weekends
Ability to work independently in remote settings
Strong decision-making skills and thorough follow through
Ability to coordinate and work alongside partners
Wilderness 1st Aid/CPR certified, or willingness to participate in SMC-sponsored class in March, 2024
Clean driving record and ability to pass SMC driving test
Strong computer skills

Our application process
Send a cover letter and resume to info@siskiyoumountainclub.org. If you are selected for the application process, we take applicants through a screening process and two interviews.

If after reading this page thoroughly, you have questions, please call 541-708-2056. or email info@siskiyoumountainclub.org.

Siskiyou Mountain Club is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.