About this role
Position Summary
Duties will include working alone, maintaining fee campgrounds and maintaining undeveloped campsites on the Jefferson Division of the Helena - Lewis and Clark, NF. Type of work that needs to be done in fee campgrounds are cutting grass, cleaning toilets, collecting fees and taking monthly water samples. Other duties will consist of cabin rental maintenance and cleaning. Public relations are also a part of the job, informing the public of Forest Service rules. There will also be an opportunity to work with the trail crew or other resource areas.
Schedule
May 18, 2026 - August 21, 2026
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Maintaining fee campgrounds, cleaning undeveloped campsites, maintaining and cleaning rental cabins, public relations. Any other job that is needed done.
Marginal Duties
Trail clearing, shop and tool cache organization, cleaning, and maintenance. Help with fire if needed or possibly spraying noxious weeds.
Required Qualifications
Valid State Driver's License
This SCA Position is authorized under the Public Land Corps Authority. All participants must be between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive, or veterans age 35 or younger. Participants must also be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States. Hours served can be applied toward the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority.
Preferred Qualifications
Someone with a "can do" attitude who is willing to work independently and with a team
Experience working in the outdoors and on public land and/or with the public
Hours
40 per week
Living Accommodations
Forest Service Bunkhouse in double occupancy room, but most likely filled to single occupancy. Each bunk house has 4 bedrooms, two bathrooms with showers, two fridges, range with oven, microwave, and all cookware and dishes needed. Please inquire with hiring manager on specific bunkhouse details as they may be different depending on which district you primarily serve.
Compensation
- $1,100 Round Trip Travel Allowance (Paid once)
- $375/week living allowance (Paid bi-weekly)
- Housing is provided in Forest Service bunkhouse
- Field Service Uniform Package
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Personal Vehicle Information
Required
Additional Benefits
Bear Safety
Defensive Driver Training
First Aid/CPR
Off-Road Vehicle Safety
AmeriCorps: NOT Eligible
Equal Opportunity Statement
SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members. SCA is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally. The Student Conservation Association, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
Physical requirements and working conditions specific to the position are available in the full job description.
Other facts
About Student Conservation Association
The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and adults.
Our program participants protect and restore national parks, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks and community green spaces at various locations across the country.
After working with the SCA, our members emerge with increased environmental awareness, social responsibility and leadership skills.
As America’s most effective youth conservation service organization, the SCA transforms lives by empowering young people of all backgrounds to plan, act, and lead while they protect and restore our natural and cultural resources.
Founded in 1957, the SCA is dedicated to building the next generation of conservation leaders while inspiring lifelong protection of the environment and our communities.
SCA's mission is to build the next generation of conservation leaders and inspire lifelong stewardship of our environment and communities by engaging young people in hands-on service to the land.
What you'll do
- The core responsibilities include maintaining fee campgrounds, cleaning undeveloped campsites, and managing cabin rentals. Public relations and informing the public about Forest Service rules are also key aspects of the role.
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