Position Summary: The Field Coordinator (FC) is integral to the AmeriCorps field program’s goal of accomplishing challenging conservation projects, as well as providing training, education, coordination, and leadership to ensure a positive and safe experience for regional field program participants. The Field Coordinator must have the ability to assist in personnel management, maintain equipment, and coordinate or provide training in technical and personal development skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with district staff to plan and lead training for new members in equipment use, and resource management techniques.
• Work with crews in the field to provide additional knowledge and training for specific projects.
• Coordinate with staff, partners, and crews on project details to ensure crews are properly equipped.
• Manage district fleet. Ensure trucks are DOT certified, working with Enterprise to schedule maintenance and coordinate with DNR shops for maintenance and repair of leased assets.
• Ensure shop spaces are properly equipped and organized for safe and efficient use.
• Purchase equipment and personal protective equipment.
• Assist crew leaders in managing crew dynamics.
• Conduct site safety audits to ensure crews are working safely and following Corps Policy.
• Attend and participate in district and organizational meetings to improve programming.
• Review work accomplishment forms to ensure accuracy in reporting.

Qualifications:

• Supervisory and programming experience (preferably with the 18-35 age group) and ability to problem solve and respond competently to situations associated with managing young
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for internal personnel management and external outreach.
• Initiative to act independently with minimal supervision and ability to multi-task and be flexible with responsibilities.
• Demonstrated experience in coordinating and facilitating
• Working knowledge of natural resource project management such as trail maintenance and construction, shoreline/watershed restoration, forest/prairie management, and wildlife habitat improvement including the use of herbicide.
• Demonstrated commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, and working with diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with AmeriCorps and local, state, and federal natural resource
• Experience with use of hand and power tools, tree felling and chainsaw operations, and mechanical and construction skills.
• Experience with maintenance of equipment including power saws and hand tools.
• Experience with the use of trucks, trailers, and UTVs both on and off-road.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving
• Ability to pass DOT physical.
• Must meet minimum physical requirements and successfully pass annual work capacity test.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.