Description
Position Overview:
The Field Coordinator (FC) staff position is responsible for the regional coordination and logistical support of all Piikuni Lands Crew (PLC) field-based activities. Primary duties include direct support and mentoring of Crew Leaders and Crew Members, with emphasis on the development and delivery of technical skills training, technical and logistical coordination for crew projects, as well as shared monitoring and implementation of PLC’s leadership development program and administrative components. Additional activities will include teaching and modeling fundamental skills to participants, field visitation to help ensure the successful and safe completion of MCC projects, participation in On-Call incident response, and ensuring compliance with MCC policies and procedures. This position is supervised by the Tribal Partnerships Liaison, and is expected to maintain good communication between all MCC offices, project partners and crews.
Location: Browning, MT
Start Date: 03/23/26 - 08/28/26 (First 3-Weeks Part-Time, Remaining 20-Weeks Full-Time)
Age: 21+
Wage: $23 per hour
Classification: Seasonal Full Time
Status: Non-Exempt (Overtime Eligible)
Benefits: Health Insurance (MCC pays 75% for an individual policy), Vacation Accrual, 6 days sick leave, Holidays, Bereavement Leave eligible, Pro Deals
*Preference for an enrolled member or descendent of a federally recognized tribe
* Housing not provided
Apply Here: https://www.mtcorps.org/about-us/careers/
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Project Oversight and Technical Support
Communicate with project partners to coordinate project logistics
Develop Project Information Sheets and Emergency Response Plans to communicate to crews the specific details regarding project work
Provide technical and logistical support for projects
Manage inventory of vehicles, tools and gear
Instill a culture of professionalism and caring, cultivate safety awareness within the crew. Ensure compliance with MCC and partner policies and safety standards crew
Visit crew in the field to provide guidance, support, and assistance to crew leaders as well as ensure that project accomplishments meet project partner expectations
Respond to in-field issues and emergencies; provide emotional and behavioral support to participants
Program Support
Assist with the recruitment, hiring and onboarding of all crew leaders and members.
Provide direction, support, and mentoring to crew leaders and members, including ongoing training, feedback, and periodic written evaluation of leader and member performance
Ensure high quality implementation of PLC programming; thorough knowledge of program objectives and outcomes as well as education and training curriculum
Plan and implement/coordinate technical trainings for all participants
Provide assistance with the delivery of non-technical training components
Demonstrate an ability to work across differences to promote inclusion of all staff, participants and partners
Oversee participant wellness through reviewing bi-weekly paperwork such as crew reports or incident reports, and conducting one-on-one check-ins and debriefing.
Assist with filing workers compensation claims when appropriate
Attend and support statewide trainings when requested
In coordination with supervisor, provide behavior improvement guidance and fair and appropriate discipline for participants as necessary
Cultivate a welcoming for all members and staff
Administrative Support
Ensure crew paperwork is of high quality and properly filed/submitted in a timely fashion; including programmatic evaluations, Timesheets, Crew Reports, Incident Reports, Workers Compensation, Partner Evaluations, Project Accomplishments, and participant evaluations
Monitor projects and provide written documentation of field visits and program activities
Participate in an emergency on-call schedule
Coordinate all in-field project documentation requirements with Crew Leaders, including written and photographic documentation of project accomplishments
This position description is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All Montana Conservation Corps positions may be required to perform duties beyond those listed.
Requirements
Qualifications & Skills:
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Two-three years of college, work, or military experience, or some combination
Minimum age of 21
Previous leadership experience, skills, or training
Effective written and oral communication skills
Ability to work as part of a team, and able to balance responsibilities to competing priorities
Ability to be away on overnight trips for up to two weeks at a time, often camping in a tent
Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel, cloud-based collaborative systems, and G Suite for businesses
Ability to pass a Criminal History Check
A valid driver’s license, ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check and drive a company vehicle
Physical Demands:
Ability to hike 3-12 miles per day in terrain that can be steep, rocky or uneven, often wearing a 60lb backpack and carrying tools
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds repeatedly and use hand and power tools
Willing to work long hours in all weather conditions; ability to be away on overnight trips for up to two weeks at a time
Desired Requirements:
Previous experience teaching, leading, or training groups of young adults
Possess relevant technical skills including, but not limited to, trail maintenance and construction, crosscut and chainsaw use and maintenance, fencing, stream bank restoration, backcountry travel and other natural resource work. Applicant should also possess experience with a wide range of power and hand tools
