Backcountry Trail Intern
Seasonal trail maintenance employment with Washington Trails Association.
Position description
The Backcountry Trail Intern is a full-time seasonal field-based position located at various USFS Forest and National Parks. The intern will work as an assistant crew leader on trail and help manage camp for WTA’s Volunteer Vacation program. The intern works directly with the Chief Crew Leader and reports directly to WTA’s Project Coordinator.
Specific Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Safely motivate and lead a crew of ten volunteers of diverse backgrounds and ages
- Work directly with Chief Crew Leader
- Supervise volunteers at camp
- Assist with set up and break down of camp
- Engage volunteers in all aspects of camp life
- Provide support to crew leader on trail projects
- Communicate with youth volunteers and parents
- Remain calm and manage emergency situations
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working in outdoor setting
- Have ability to work independently, but also contribute to a team effort
- Skills in trail maintenance and building preferred, but not necessary
- Must be comfortable camping and living in an backcountry environment
- Must have interpersonal skills sufficient to insure a fun, safe, and quality volunteer experience
- Must be available from the end of May through the end of August
- WFA or WFR certification
- Valid driver’s license
- Reliable vehicle (WTA provides mileage reimbursement)
Schedule
The work weeks run from Saturday morning to the
following Saturday afternoon, with the next 6 days off. The intern
will camp during the work week.
Stipend
$300/week
To Apply
Provide a resume, a brief cover letter describing your experience and qualifications, and at least two references.
Send the above materials to:
Tim Van Beek
Project Coordinator
Washington Trails Association
2019 Third Ave., Suite 100
Seattle, WA 98121
Or email tim@wta.org
Inquiries: (206) 625-1367
