Youth Program Coordinator

Position Overview:

The Youth Program Coordinator (YPC) staff position supports all Montana Conservation Corps (MCC) youth program activities from office and field locations. Primary duties include daily management of the youth program, coordinating logistics, school visits and recruitment events, and leading training during the Leadership Development Program (LDP). The YPC splits time between administrative, logistical and field support duties, training Youth Program Leaders, coordinating with project partners and shifting to field‑based support in the summer months.

Field‑based work includes providing technical guidance as necessary and ensuring compliance with MCC policies and procedures. The YPC assists with leader check‑ins, training, evaluations, field support and administrative tasks for youth program leaders (Ameri Corps positions) as directed by the Youth Program Manager. During the field season the YPC conducts site visits involving traveling to crews’ worksites and camping overnight with the group.

Bozeman & Kalispell, MT

03/02/2026 - 08/28/2026

$23 per hour

Seasonal Full Time

Non-Exempt (Overtime Eligible)

Health Insurance (MCC pays 75% for an individual policy), Vacation Accrual, 6 Sick days, Holidays, Bereavement Leave

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• Support the youth programs’ Leaders, including ongoing training, feedback, and contribution to behavior management strategies or discipline, and periodic written evaluation of leader performance
• Attend and lead school visits, community events and career fairs during the spring season to support youth engagement and recruitment efforts
• Attend and support statewide trainings when requested
• Conduct regular debriefs with Leaders, ensuring high quality implementation of MCC leadership development programming and curriculum; is familiar with MCC program objectives as well as education and training curriculum
• Collect and submit paperwork in a timely fashion, paperwork includes: site visit reports, project accomplishments, hitch reports, incident reports, discipline documentation, timesheets, photos, and program evaluations
• Assist with planning and implementing all program operations as requested
• Cultivate a welcoming environment for all members and staff
• Provide project oversight and technical support throughout the LDP and field season which includes leading field skills and tools training and providing ongoing support to leaders with technical skills
• Work with partner agencies and organizations to develop Project Information Sheets and coordinate project work to communicate with crews the specific details regarding project logistics
• Instill a culture of professionalism and care, cultivate safety awareness within crews; ensure compliance with MCC policies and safety standards within all crews
• Visit youth crews in the field to provide guidance, technical/programmatic support, and assistance to Leaders as well as ensure that activities are in compliance with MCC policies/procedures, and that project accomplishments meet project partner expectations. Field visits will involve traveling and camping overnight with crews
• Coordinate and organize gear and tool cache inventory systems and usage
• Manage and maintain vehicle fleet in conjunction with the Youth Program Manager
• Participate in an emergency On‑Call schedule, coordinating response to issues in the field and providing emotional and behavioral support to leaders and participants

• At least two years of college or military experience, or equivalent work experience
• Minimum age of 21
• Previous leadership experience, skills, or training
• Previous experience working with youth in a developmental, recreation or school setting
• Effective written and oral communication skills, with strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient with Google Suite
• Ability to work as a team member
• Relevant technical skills including trail maintenance and construction, fencing, habitat restoration, and other natural resource work
• 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
• This position may require occasional overnight travel and non‑traditional work hours, including some evenings and weekends, as well as periodic tent camping for up to 10 days at a time
• May be required to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted and to hike up to 12 miles per day in rugged terrain

• Current Wilderness First‑Aid/CPR certification (training can be provided prior to the field season)