Field Ranger - Crew Leads - Mano Project : Job Details

Project Title: Field Ranger - Crew LeadsProject Type: In-personDuration: 16 weeks (4 months). May 7, 2025 - August 24, 2025Location: Supervisor's Office/Headquarters, Arcadia, CAProgram Overview: Field Rangers will gain experiential, hand-on learning while working alongside USDA Forest Service staff. Work tasks include learning about local ecology, issues facing public lands, environmental education and interpretation, community outreach, , and assisting with maintenance of recreation areas. Crew Leads and Members will build transferable careers skills while supporting the capacity of the agency. To support the growth of all Field Rangers, there will be numerous professional development opportunities available such as enrollment in a CA Naturalist Course and a Federal resume building workshop led by the USDA Forest Service.The majority of the program is forest customer service based and will take place at various recreation sites in the Angeles National Forest, Olvera Street, and at local community events throughout Los Angeles County. Field Rangers will report to the Angeles National Forest, Supervisor's Office in Arcadia, CA.A 40-hour work week is mandatory during the program months, May-August and will include work on the weekends.Typical shifts will be Wednesday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (30 minutes unpaid lunch break included)and Saturday-Sunday 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM (30 minutes unpaid lunch break).Wednesday, May 07, 2025: First day of work for Crew Lead positions, working for 16 weeks with anexpected final day of work on August 24, 2025.Wednesday, June 04, 2025: First day of work for Crew Member positions, working for 10 weeks with an expected final day of work on August 10, 2025.Crew Lead Responsibilities:Two Crew Leads will be responsible for all activities, projects, and driving government vehicles. One Crew Lead will supervise the Flora Crew and another Crew Lead will supervise the Fauna Crew.

• Assist in building interpretive activities to engage the public in topics related to the natural and cultural resources of the Angeles National Forest.
• Deliver interpretation services at high use recreation areas including visitor centers, trailheads, camp sites, day-use areas, OHV areas, and several other locations in the national forest.
• Provide outreach in outdoor safety, Recreate Responsibly guidelines, and Leave No Trace principles to the local public during weekends and create activities to communicate messages.
• Learn and work alongside USDA Forest Service frontline staff and volunteers to build interpretation and recreation messages.
• Add outreach accomplishment information and images into the N.I.C.E (NatureWatch, Interpretation, and Conservation Education) Database every week.
• Co-Lead in organizing programs and activities for National Forest Week, developing at least one event in the national forest open to the public. Responsible for creating an event budget and management plan with enough time to promote the event(s).
• Attend weekly meetings between USDA Forest Service, National Forest Foundation, and Hispanic Access Foundation supervisors to review accomplishments, provide program updates, coordinate transportation and other project preparations.
• Collaborate and work closely alongside fellow Crew Lead throughout the duration of the program to provide consistent, organized work schedules, assignments, and projects for Crew Members.
• Lead the crew in the participation in all scheduled Field Ranger activities:
  • Morning check-in's with Crew Members by developing a morning journal topic and round robin session to build a positive work environment for entire crew.
  • Lead tailgate safety sessions each morning before beginning workday.
  • Close out the day by organizing a check-out process.
  • Drive crew in government vehicle to various locations across the national forest and LA County; driving may be 25% of the entire workday.
• Monitor Crew Member attendance, ensuring crew is showing up on time and ready to accomplish work, responsible for communicating any issues to program Supervisors.

Participants will work and communicate with a Hispanic Access Program Associate during the program. They will be expected to participate in scheduled conference calls, webinars, and meetings conducted throughout their term. Participants will capture photos and/or videos for reporting purposes and submit 3-5 blog posts highlighting their experience and development.Desired Qualifications:

• Passion for working in the environmental field supporting conservation education, sustainability programs, outdoor recreation, public engagement, and/or youth outreach.
• Ability to think independently, explore creative solutions, and communicate effectively.
• Writing, editing, and proofreading skills for diverse audiences.
• Participants should have an interest in careers that include, but are not limited to, Environmental education, Engineering, Habitat restoration, Hydrology, Biology, Law Enforcement, and Public Land Management.
• Previous supervisory/leadership experience preferred.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ages 18 - 25
• US citizenship or permanent residency. Participants must undergo a government background check if selected.
• Ability to work an adjusted schedule that includes weekends and a potential for periodic late work hours.

Wages + Benefits:

• An hourly wage of $25 based on a 40-hour workweek.
• Commuting stipend available to support in-person attendance.
• Funds available to support professional development opportunities that align with the role and goals of the position (trainings, conferences, etc...).

Application:Hispanic Access Foundation (Hispanic Access) is managing the recruitment for these positions. All applications should be submitted through Hispanic Access' MANO Project application page. A resume and two references will be required for submission. Your application or resume should include professional and educational experience, along with any awards, technical skills or volunteer activities. Application questions or issues may be directed to Victoria Pedrosa at [email protected] for this position are due on Sunday, March 16, 2025, 11:59 pm PST.Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement:Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process should contact Hispanic Access Foundation directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.U.S. Forest Service Mission:The U.S. Forest Service's mission is to sustain the health, diversity, productivity of the Nation's forests and grasslands to meet the needs of the present and future generations.National Forest Foundation Mission:The National Forest Foundation, chartered by Congress, engages America in community-based and national programs that promote the health and public enjoyment of the 193-million acre National Forest System, and accepts and administers private gifts of funds and land for the benefit of the National Forests.Hispanic Access Foundation Mission:Hispanic Access Foundation (Hispanic Access) is a 501(c)(3) national nonprofit organization that connects Latinos and People of Color to partners and opportunities improving lives and creating an equitable society. Hispanic Access's vision is that all Hispanics throughout the U.S. enjoy good physical health, a healthy natural environment, a quality education, economic success and civic engagement in their communities with the sum improving the future of America.