Technical Coordinator (Program Assistant III)

Utah Conservation Corps Technical Coordinator

The Utah Conservation Corps (UCC) Technical Coordinator (Program Assistant III) plans and coordinates the day-to-day fiscal, administrative, and operations for either UCC's Northern Utah or Moab Regional Offices. The Technical Coordinator is primarily responsible for providing leadership and technical expertise to crews to ensure all field crew members are adequately trained and prepared to work in a safe environment. This position is primarily office-based with the exception of participating in 3-5 member trainings and occasional site visits and crew check-ins. The Technical Coordinator reports to the respective Regional Coordinator of their area.

There are two positions available, one in the Logan, UT office covering Northern Utah and one in the Moab, UT office covering Southeastern Utah.

Responsibilities

Responsibility Number: 1 Rank: 1 Percent: 35%

• Provides technical, logistical, and administrative support to field crews
• Assists the Regional Coordinator in the supervision of field crews stationed throughout the Intermountain West
• Oversees the day-to-day management of conservation projects
• Supports field crews with training, guidance, and constructive feedback
• Serves as a role model, resource, mediator, and advisor for field crews
• Ensures compliance with UCC, AmeriCorps, and USU policies, including enforcing disciplinary procedures when necessary
• Completes mid-term and final evaluations for all Field Logistics Technicians, Crew Leaders, and Crew Members
• Performs weekly check-in calls with field crews and approves member timesheets
• Supervises the rig-up (pre-hitch) and de-rig of crews (post-hitch)
• Assists in securing lodging and accommodations for crews while on project hitches
• Coordinates with the Regional Coordinator to support the on-call schedule and occasionally work weekends or nights

Responsibility Number: 2 Rank: 2 Percent: 25%

• Assists the Regional Coordinator with training and supervision of up to 180 seasonal AmeriCorps members including: Field Logistics Technicians, Crew Leaders, and Crew Members.
• Oversees the herbicide application program including training, use, storage, and disposal.
• Develops training courses such as:
• Trail maintenance and construction
• Proper tool use and maintenance
• Pre- and post-project planning and organization
• Chainsaw use and safety
• Critical incident scenarios
• Rig-up and de-rig procedures
• Vehicle inspections and maintenance
• Herbicide: use, storage, and disposal
• Outdoor living skills including Leave No Trace
• Food storage, meal preparation, and water purification
• Interpersonal skills including leadership, conflict resolution and constructive feedback
• Conducts regular risk management and policy audits which includes collecting and reporting data
• Purchases and maintains tools, equipment, gear, and first aid supplies including proper storage
• Manages inventory and develops equipment checkout systems
• Works with the Operations & Logistics Coordinator to manage UCC fleet, vehicle assignments, and mileage reporting

Responsibility Number: 3 Rank: 3 Percent: 25%

• Assists the Regional Coordinator with:
• Operations, scheduling, and solicitation of projects
• Project development and emergency response plans
• Evaluation of field crews' technical skill retention during field site visits
• Attends professional meetings with current and potential project partners as needed
• Collaborates with project partners to plan equipment needs, work schedules, training needs, and data management

Responsibility Number: 4 Rank: 4 Percent: 15%

• Attends weekly program staff meeting to report on field crews and projects
• Participates in UCC's strategic planning meetings
• Meets with program staff to annually assess and revise member training
• Assists the AmeriCorps Program Coordinator in:
• Enrollment of AmeriCorps members
• AmeriCorps compliance related to member management, placement, and progress reporting
• Submission progress reports for multiple AmeriCorps grants
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Four years of experience; or an associate degree/technical training plus two years of experience; or a bachelor's degree including 1 year of conservation field and experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Leadership experience in leading several crews or a large group of people; including managing conflict, interpersonal dynamics, maintaining safety standards, and logistics
• Ability to complete physically demanding projects in remote locations with variable weather conditions
• Basic word processing and data management skills
• Experience maintaining fleet vehicles, including scheduling regular maintenance and inspections
• Experience developing and implementing field trainings
• Willingness to expand conservation and supervisory skills
• Trail building experience and the ability to develop and implement training courses for members
• First Aid/CPR, WFR or WFA Certification and a willingness to certify as a First Aid/CPR Instructor for the UCC
• A minimum "A" Feller/Bucker Chainsaw Certification and the ability to qualify as a "B" Faller
• A minimum "A" Bucker Crosscut Saw Certification and the ability to qualify as a "B" Bucker

Preferred Qualifications:

• Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification
• Trail building, layout, and maintenance experience
• Commercial pesticide applicator license
• Chainsaw fleet management experience
• Bachelor's degree in environmental studies, environmental education, conservation, or a related field

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal, communication, relationship-building, conflict management, and partnership-building skills
• Advanced organizational skills and ability to use multiple data tracking/reporting systems
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Experience and comfort with speaking in front of large groups
• Program leadership, professional development, and mentoring experience
• Knowledge of AmeriCorps/National Service, community volunteerism, environmental education, non-profit organizations, and natural resource conservation issues desired

Job offer is contingent upon a successfully passed background check

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume to be uploaded into the Candidate Profile

2. Cover Letter to be typed/pasted into a text box at the end of the application

Document size may not exceed 10 MB.

Advertised Salary

$43,000 BOE plus excellent benefits

ADA

This position is a combination of office-based and field based work. Applicants need to be able to endure all types of weather and outdoor environments, office based tasks such as sitting at a desk for a full day's work as well as the mental demands of mentoring and supervising large amounts of field crews.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses