Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:03/05/25
Division:Open Space Division
Management Level:Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours:40
Benefit Eligibility: This position is non-benefit eligible and must work no more than 130 hours per calendar month.
Description:Are you seeking more than a paycheck on your new adventure? Then Jefferson County has an opportunity for you. If you're an outdoors person, enjoy working with youth, and/or trail builder with proven experience that's excited to learn while making a positive contribution, Jefferson County Open Space is currently hiring Trail Stewardship Team Crew Leaders for a unique role. This position provides you the opportunity to work for a county that thrives on working collaboratively and overcoming challenges. We are seeking game changers, a group of people that loves what they do and is motivated to share their knowledge with those that they work with. If you are looking for a great leadership opportunity, then look no further!
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Trail Stewardship Team Crew Leaders will perform administrative and limited supervisory duties in directing day-to-day activities of Trail Stewardship Team Crew Members performing trail maintenance and construction for the Open Space Division.
About the Trail Stewardship Team: The Trails Stewardship Team (TST) of Jeffco Open Space is a fun program that employs youth for trail maintenance and natural resource restoration of parks. TST promotes a positive work and stewardship ethic among team members while helping to maintain and improve natural surface trails, mitigate noxious weeds, and restore natural areas. TST will employ 80 youth this summer, placed into crews of 10 members, supervised by an adult Crew Leader. Join over 3,000 TST alumni for a program that has been happening since 1975!
There are eight non-benefited temporary positions available. Individuals will work four 10-hour days per week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 7:00AM - 5:00PM.The Crew Lead Position has a projected start date of April 17, 2025.Working dates are listed below: Interview Training: April 17 (Thursday) 6-8PM
Conduct Crew Member Interviews: April 19 and April 26 (Saturdays) 7:00AM - 5:00PM Crew Leader In-Field Training
June 2 - June 12; Mon - Thurs; 7:00AM - 5:00PM Program Dates:
June 16 - July 31 Mon-Thurs; 7:00AM - 5:00PM Please note the anticipated hiring range for this role is: $19.00 - $20.00 USD hourly Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES :- Supervision of trail work performed by a crew consisting of 8-12 youth aged 14-18 years old.
- Ensure that safety policies and procedures are communicated and adhered to in order to achieve compliance with established standards.
- Work will involve walking up to 7 miles a day in extreme weather carrying tools and personal equipment.
- Document attendance, payroll, and work completion reports of crew daily.
- Drive a 14-passenger van.
QUALIFICATIONS Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.
Preferred Qualifications :
- High school diploma or equivalent supplemented with additional course work in Natural Resource Management, Outdoor Recreation, Park Maintenance or related field preferred and;
- Minimum of one year of experience in youth supervision and/or trail maintenance/construction preferred.
- Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong time management and communication skills.
- A passion for positive youth development.
- Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment, including trucks, 14-passenger vans, and basic trail tools.
- Requires ability to exert up to 75 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Additional Job Information :
- Requires a valid Colorado driver's license. If you possess an out of state license, you must obtain a valid Colorado Driver's License within 30 days of your hire date.
- Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, pre-employment physical and/or references.
- Please note that supplemental questions requiring a written response will serve as a writing sample.
- All Jefferson County Employees must apply through their internal profile.
- In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
How to Apply: Applications will be accepted electronically at Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities .
Applicants complete an online form and have the option to provide a resume and detailed cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for the position. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team regarding next steps. To view the status of your application or direct communication from the hiring team, please log into your candidate portal .
For more details on the recruitment process, please visit https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs
Questions: - County Recruitment Team: 303-271-8400 or careertalent@jeffco.us
- Library Recruitment Team: 303.275.6168 or talent@jeffcolibrary.org
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