Green Corps Crew Leader position from Glynettie

JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION:
Green Corps Crew Leader\
DEPARTMENT:
Workforce FLSA: Seasonal/full time $12.50, June 11- August 31, 2012

SUMMARY:
The Greening of Detroit, is a 501 (c)(3) not for profit organization, established in 1989 to guide and inspire others to create a 'greener' Detroit through planting and educational programs environmental leadership, advocacy, and by building community capacity. To support its’ mission Greening is recruiting leaders for Green Corp Summer Youth Employment Program. Green Corps is The Greening of Detroit's youth employment program designed for high school students living in the city of Detroit. Green Corps members travel around the city caring for over 100 planting sites that The Greening of Detroit has planted. Corps members learn urban forestry and sustainability practices by providing maintenance to trees and engaging conservation projects. Job readiness and financial literacy skills are also obtained throughout the summer.

REPORTS TO: Youth Employment Coordinator

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Crew Leaders co-lead, mentor and facilitate a crew of 10 Detroit youth, ages 15-18, working collaboratively on maintaining green spaces and various conservation service projects designed to build community and environmental stewardship. Projects include park maintenance, habitat restoration, neighborhood green space revitalization, maintaining trees and urban agriculture.
Crew Leaders are also responsible for training the members in conflict resolution, environmental education and assisting in the financial literacy sessions.. All Crew Leaders must attend a mandatory volunteer day June 9th and Crew Leader Development Training June 11-13.

Job Specifications:
• Applicants must be at least 21 years old
• Able to legally work in the US
• Have a valid driver's license and obtain a Chuffers License prier to job offer
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred but not necessary
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
• Experience working with youth or young adults (ages 15-18)
• Experience as a teacher or leader in an educational environment
• Experience with environmental conservation work;
• Passion for the Detroit community.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Must be self-motivated, assertive, and willing to work independently & with others
• Ability to maintain a safe, productive and enjoyable work environment
• Must be willing to adapt to changing working conditions
• Ability to work with people from a variety of backgrounds
• Outdoor skills
• Experience working with youth and or children
• Have good communication skills
• Ability to speak Spanish preferred but not necessary
Summary

Organization: Greening of Detroit
Start/End Date: June 11, 2012 – August 31, 2012
Work Schedule: Seasonal/full time
Education level: High School Graduate
Age Requirement: Minimum 21
Program Location: Detroit, Michigan

Accepting Applications: Rolling

Contact: Linsey Gillery
1418 Michigan Ave
Detroit MI 48216
313-285-1257
linseyb@greeningofdetroit.com

To Apply:
Please send cover letter and resume to youthemployment@greeningofdetroit.com

Jobs for youth ages 15-18 from Glynettie

GREEN SUMMER JOBS
The Greening of Detroit along with SCA,
Johnson Controls Inc, and JP Morgan Chase are
partnering to hire 160 Detroit High School Students this
summer to work outdoors in neighborhood parks and
green spaces and conservation projects . If you are
interested in exploring green careers, and live in Detroit
then the Greening is for you! We strongly encourage
youth from Brightmoore, Northend, Southwest, and Cody
Rouge to tryout. To apply complete an online
application.


Online Application will
be available
March 26-27, 2012.
Accepting applications
until 3:30pm on March 27
or the first 600
applications.


The Greening of Detroit
1418 Michigan Avenue
Detroit MI 48216
www.greeningofdetroit.com

A C O O P E R A T I V E P R O J E C T O F T H E G R E E N I N G O F D E T R O I T A N D S C A
W I T H M A J O R U N D E R W R I T I N G F R O M J O H N S O N C O N T R O L S A N D
J P M O R G A N C H A S E


Contact: Linsey Gillery
Youth Employment Coordinator
Phone: [313] 285-1257
linseyb@greeningofdetroit.com
Benefits
• Gain Leadership Skills • Work Outside
• Beautify your City • Earn Money
Requirements
High School Student
Detroit Resident
Ages 15-18

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