Position Summary:

The Natural Resource Management Coordinator I is responsible for providing direct support to field crews and office staff. This position is responsible for operations, ensuring that crews are adequately trained and prepared to perform high quality project work in a positive, safe, and productive environment.

This position is expected to provide leadership and support with the following tasks, including but not limited to: tracking daily attendance and job allocation, ensuring time sheets are approved each pay period, assisting in training crew leaders and members, performing project site visits, managing logistics for standard and specialized crews, maintaining tools and equipment, driving a company vehicle between sites as needed to pick up or drop off supplies, and provide safety training to all new Corpsmembers during orientation and supervisors. This position may be required to fill in as a field Supervisor if needed.

Job Duties:

General

• Communicate with the project sponsor, sub-contractor, or contractor
• Organize, direct, and lead a crew of Corpsmembers to work efficiently to complete projects in the allotted time frame, ensuring a high quality of work
• Build an outstanding production team by developing and working with Corpsmembers to build and support a team environment
• Determine manpower levels, material quantities, and equipment requirements for each project
• Ensure that SJCC+CS policies are upheld and followed on the job site.
• Collaborate with program staff
• Demonstrate role model behaviors on ethics and integrity as well as positively promote company culture
• Take appropriate safety precautions in the performance of job duties
• Oversee maintenance of vehicles, keys, gas cards, and registration papers. Complete pre and post-trip inspection before and after the use of any company vehicle.
• Provide transportation to Corpsmember crews for training, projects, or meetings as needed.

Administration and Team Communication

• Complete attendance tracking, daily and weekly reports, corpsmember evaluations, timesheet approval, roster reconciliation, disciplinary action forms, incident reports, etc., and submit in a timely and highly detailed manner;
• Track team progress and key project data;
• Check in daily and submit comprehensive End of Day Reports daily on Slack;
• Contribute to an organized and high-performing workplace.

Leadership & Mentorship

• Manage, supervise, and lead the day-to-day engagement of Corpsmembers in project work;
• Implement skills training and facilitate intentional discussions and informal lessons to contribute to the Corpsmembers’ personal growth and group dynamics;
• Promote individual Corpsmember development and a healthy, supportive community;
• Follow and enforce all SJCC policies, maintain professional boundaries, and appropriately represent the San Jose Conservation Corps.

General Project Management & Implementation

• Train and motivate a crew of young adults to complete projects safely and efficiently on SJCC campuses and at partner locations;
• Delegate project work to SJCC Corpsmember;
• Think critically to resolve issues and solve problems;
• Communicate effectively and coordinate logistics with project partners, Corpsmembers, and SJCC staff.

Safety & Risk Management

• Monitor and support the Corpsmembers' physical and emotional safety during work hours, while implementing any work project;
• Ensure Corpsmembers are wearing proper uniforms and appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE);
• Exhibit strong situational awareness & promote a culture of safety;
• Transport Corpsmembers and equipment safely in SJCC vans or large vehicles;
• Follow SJCC COVID-19 Mitigation protocol and ensure Corpsmembers do the same;
• Support vaccine committee and other wellness committees led by the Human Resources team;
• Conduct daily inspections, cleanouts, and maintenance of vehicles;
• Regularly review the Corpsmember Handbook and maintain familiarity with all policies;
• Report incidents to management immediately and appropriately.

Equity and Inclusion

• Help build a work culture that values the range of different backgrounds and identities that people bring, appreciates that diversity makes us better at what we do, and strives to create an environment in which everyone on the margins can thrive;
• Ensure that all staff and corpsmembers feel safe and valued.

Benefits

• 403(b) Retirement Benefits with up to 3% employer match after 1 year of service
• Credit Union participation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance
• Generous Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay policies
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Subsidized annual Eco Pass (VTA Clipper Card)

Qualifications

San Jose Conservation Corps + Charter School is a safe, inclusive environment that welcomes individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. We strongly encourage individuals from marginalized or underrepresented groups to apply. We understand that some applicants may feel discouraged when they see a long list of job requirements and do not meet every single criteria - we urge you to apply nonetheless. At SJCC+CS, we do not seek a "perfect" candidate because we believe in our core values of Respect, Education and Development, Safety, Empathy, and Equity and Inclusion. If you are enthusiastic about making a difference, passionate about our mission, and dedicated to our values, we invite you to apply. Join us in creating a culture of excellence and transformational change.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school Diploma or GED.
• Possession of Passenger Endorsement, or commitment to obtaining one within six months of hire.
• 1 year of supervisory experience or equivalent experience that demonstrates the ability to work in team-oriented settings and lead others.
• 1 year of field experience in any of the following: landscaping, trail maintenance and construction, vegetation management, tree maintenance and care, invasive species treatment, habitat restoration.
• 1 year of professional experience driving with passengers.
• Strong commitment to improving the quality of life for urban youth.
• Knowledge of safe work practices.
• First aid/CPR certification.
• The ability to maintain detailed records and documentation.
• Customer Service Experience - able to identify and resolve customer concerns.
• Experience and demonstrated ability to self-direct, problem solve, be creative, manage conflict and be flexible in order to meet programmatic goals
• Technologically inclined; must have proficiency with navigating Windows computers and utilizing the following programs: Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Asana or other project management software, and Slack.
• Strong organizational skills.

Driving Record and Requirements: This position requires driving one or more company vehicles and frequent transportation between locations. If the position is offered and accepted, candidates must submit a copy of their DMV driver’s record. The candidate also must possess and continue to maintain a valid California driver’s license with Passenger endorsement and a clean driving record. The candidate must also undergo a physical exam in order to operate vehicles that transport more than 8 passengers (including the driver). 

Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in the United States. Please be informed that San Jose Conservation Corps + Charter School will NOT sponsor, represent, or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

Medical Verification: State law requires all employees working with youth to provide medical verification of negative tuberculosis test results within the last year. Employees will also be required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

Background Check and Fingerprinting: If the position is offered and accepted, candidates will be required to undergo Live Scan Fingerprinting as well as a background check, which includes a state and federal criminal history record check. 

Drug Screen: If the position is offered and accepted, candidates will be required to undergo and pass a 5-panel drug screen. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Bi-lingual (English and any other language)
• Degree from an accredited 2 or 4-year college in Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Biology, or similar field
• Possession of any of the following certifications: S-212, Wilderness First Responder, OSHA 30 or OSHA Train the Trainer, CPR Instructor, Crosscut Chainsaw
• Experience driving with flatbeds and trailers.
• Experience operating relevant tools and their corresponding safety equipment, such as chainsaws, weed whackers, and hedgers.
• The ability to use, and teach others to use, power and hand tools safely.

Work Environment & Requirements

Position requires sitting, standing, balancing or walking on uneven and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, climbing, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, reaching overhead and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment, plus the ability to speak and to hear. The ability to lift, carry, push and pull tools, equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds is required. The incumbent in this position works outdoors in all weather conditions, including wet, hot, and cold. In the course of work the incumbent may be exposed to biologic/infectious agents, unpleasant odors, fumes, smoke, dust and air contaminants, and insects. The nature of the work may also require the incumbent to use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles, work near moving equipment, vehicles or machinery, work on ladders or scaffolding or at heights. The incumbent may be required to use protective clothing, equipment, or devices, and may work near hostile or offensive individuals. May be exposed to biohazards and/or hazardous chemicals. The nature of the work requires that the incumbent to use power and noise producing tools and equipment and drive motorized vehicles, commonly subjecting the incumbent to vibration. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

Equipment Used: Desktop computer, laptop computer, keyboard, mouse, iPad, cellular phone, handheld (wired) phone, personal vehicle or company vehicle (sedan).

Reasonable Accommodations: The San Jose Conservation Corps + Charter is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, SJCC+CS will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact accommodations@sjcccs.org.

NOTICE: The statements herein are intended to give a broad description of this job function and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Other duties and/or projects may be assigned.

SJCC Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

The San Jose Conservation Corps + Charter School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. The Corps and School does not discriminate based on an individual's race, sex, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, hair style, hair texture or any other basis prohibited by law. Working at SJCC+CS means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. SJCC+CS makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Employment At-Will

The San Jose Conservation Corps + Charter School is an “At-Will” employer. This means that employment with SJCC+CS is voluntarily entered into and staff members are free to resign at any time.  Similarly, SJCC+CS may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or prior notice, as it deems appropriate.   This at-will employment relationship can be changed only in a written agreement signed by the staff member and the CEO of SJCC+CS.