Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust

Priority will be given to applications received by Thursday, January 12, 2023. Position open until filled. Join our team! As a member of the Greenway Trust’s Field Program, you will have the opportunity to work as part of a team in an energetic, productive, and collaborative environment. The Restoration Crew identifies, surveys for, and controls invasive plants; installs native trees and shrubs; collects monitoring data; and maintains ecological restoration projects in partnership with public land management agencies throughout the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area. The Assistant Leader is responsible for supporting the Crew Leader in the oversight of Crew Members, leading the crew in the absence of the crew lead, and will lead several projects when the crew is split into smaller teams.  This is a full-time, 9-month seasonal position ( February 23 to November 27, 2023 ). The Restoration Crew periodically supports Greenway Trust volunteer and education events and will work regularly with Greenway Trust staff and occasionally with partner agency and nonprofit staff, sponsored AmeriCorps members, and volunteers.  This position is contingent upon funding from outside sources secured by the Greenway Trust.   EXPECTATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES   The position expectations listed below are representative of the demeanor, knowledge, and ability of the applicant necessary to successfully carry out the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations can be made as possible.   Leadership Support   Professionally represent the Greenway Trust while interacting with the public.  Model a high standard of courtesy, selflessness, tolerance, hard work, adaptability, and flexibility.  Engage with, listen to, and learn from people with diverse perspectives and experiences.  Demonstrate strong communication skills and ability to motivate a team.  Serve as point of contact with Restoration Coordinators when Crew Leader is unavailable.  Project Implementation   Lead crew members in proper ecological restoration best management practices.  Properly use tools and conduct routine maintenance of tools, including backpack sprayers, EZ-Ject lances, brush cutters, and other restoration related equipment.  Work long days in variable weather, walk on uneven terrain, and wear a 30-pound backpack to apply herbicide.  Safety and Risk Management    Monitor and advocate for the crew’s physical safety and emotional well-being.  Establish and maintain a culture of safety on the crew during all Greenway Trust projects.  Administrative   Support professional documentation of project metrics, record keeping of herbicide forms, data entry with online ArcGIS apps, vehicle mileage logs, project reports, and incident reports as needed.  QUALIFICATIONS   A successful applicant brings a combination of the following certifications, knowledge, and experiences. Reasonable accommodations are possible.   Required   One season of experience with safe herbicide application.  Washington State Pesticide Applicator’s License with an aquatic endorsement. The Greenway Trust will provide if needed.  Wilderness First Aid (WFA) or Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification. The Greenway Trust will provide WFA if needed.  Desired   Demonstrated leadership experience.  Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.  Experience with Pacific Northwest native and non-native plant identification.  Experience using and maintaining small motor tools (i.e., brush cutters)  Familiarity using ArcGIS mobile applications like Field Maps, QuickCapture, and Survey 123.  Insurable driving record and ability to drive full-sized trucks on rough terrain.  Relevant education and/or experience in a natural resource field.  REPORTS TO   The Restoration Crew Assistant Leader reports to the Restoration Projects Manager.  COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS   Compensation is $22.00 per hour.   Benefits for full-time seasonal employees include a $250 gear stipend, paid sick time (accruing at one hour per 40 hours), worker’s compensation coverage, optional participation in an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) ($200 monthly contributed by the Greenway Trust), participation in   HealthiestYou   program, and optional participation in a 403(b)-retirement plan. This position is not eligible for paid time off including holiday pay. There may be a possibility of unpaid days off due to extenuating circumstances.  GEAR LOANED BY THE GREENWAY TRUST   Long sleeve and short sleeve shirts (you get to keep)  Loaned Rain gear (overalls and jacket)  Tools and gloves  Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)  REQUIRED GEAR    Sturdy, above the ankle work or hiking boots  Rain boots   Durable work pants  To help seasonal crew members purchase or replace personal gear needed to be successful in the field, the Greenway Trust provides a $250 gear stipend. This allows individual seasonal staff members to prioritize what they want to purchase based on the gear they already have.  LOCATION AND SCHEDULE   The Restoration Crew is based out of the Greenway Trust Field Office at Lake Sammamish State Park in Issaquah, WA and will work on surrounding public lands. The Restoration Crew works a 10-hour workday (7am to 530pm), on a Tuesday-Friday schedule, with occasional Saturday volunteer events.   COVID REQUIREMENTS    Vaccination requirements are in place for Greenway Trust staff.  TO APPLY   Please send in a cover letter and resume to:   apply@mtsgreenway.org     Indicate which position you are applying to in the email subject line. In the cover letter, please describe your leadership style, including successes or failures that have shaped you as a leader and how you would combine soft skills necessary for good leadership with technical knowledge related to ecological restoration.  Applicants for the Assistant Crew Leader position may be considered for the Crew Member positions.     Finalists will be asked to provide three references.  ABOUT THE MOUNTAINS TO SOUND GREENWAY TRUST The   Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust   works to steward a landscape that stretches 100 miles from the shores of Puget Sound, across the Cascade Mountains, to Central Washington. The Greenway Trust also coordinates the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area (NHA), which honors the historical and cultural significance of this place and helps to preserve and celebrate its living heritage. The Restoration Crew contributes to the goals of the NHA by implementing ecological restoration projects that focus on riparian restoration to improve habitat for threatened Chinook salmon, community restoration projects that focus on restoring open spaces in neighborhoods with less access to healthy green spaces, and supports agency efforts to minimize the impacts of noxious weeds on public and private lands.  DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION    We believe that when we are connected to nature, our lives are better. We are healthier, happier, and our communities are stronger. We are committed to   diversity, equity, and inclusion at the Greenway Trust   because we want to better reflect the diverse communities that make up the Greenway NHA, because we believe that equity and inclusion are vital to our mission, and because we want to do our part to create a more just society. We are committed to creating lasting structural changes internally in our workplace and externally in the communities we serve.  EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER   The Greenway Trust is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, ancestry, genetic information, use of a service animal, honorably discharged veteran, military status, political ideology, personal appearance, family responsibilities, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. Each person is evaluated on the basis of personal aptitude and merit. 

Priority will be given to applications received by Thursday, January 12, 2023. Position open until filled. Join our team! As a member of the Greenway Trust’s Field Program, you will have the opportunity to work as part of a team in an energetic, productive, and collaborative environment. The Restoration Crew identifies, surveys for, and controls invasive plants; installs native trees and shrubs; collects monitoring data; and maintains ecological restoration projects in partnership with public land management agencies throughout the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area. The Crew Leader is responsible for the safety and oversight of the restoration crew and works closely with the Greenway Trust restoration coordinators to develop and effectively communicate project plans and expectations to crew members.   This is a full-time 9-month seasonal position ( February 21 to November 21, 2023 ). The Restoration Crew will also periodically support Greenway Trust volunteer and education events and will work regularly with Greenway Trust staff and occasionally with partner agency and nonprofit staff, sponsored AmeriCorps members, and volunteers.   This position is contingent upon funding from outside sources secured by the Greenway Trust .   EXPECTATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES   The position expectations listed below are representative of the demeanor, knowledge, and ability of the applicant necessary to successfully carry out the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations can be made as possible.   Leadership    Professionally represent the Greenway Trust while interacting with the public.  Model a high standard of courtesy, selflessness, tolerance, hard work, adaptability, and flexibility.  Engage with, listen to, and learn from people with diverse perspectives and experiences.  Demonstrate strong communication skills and ability to motivate a team.  Act as liaison between the Restoration Crew and Restoration Projects Manager.  Project Implementation   Lead crews in proper ecological restoration best management practices.  Properly use tools and conduct routine maintenance of tools, including backpack sprayers, EZ-Ject lances, brush cutters, and other restoration related equipment.  Work long days in variable weather, walk on uneven terrain, and wear a 30-pound backpack to apply herbicide.  Safety and Risk Management    Monitor and advocate for the crew’s physical safety and emotional well-being.  Establish and maintain a culture of safety on the crew during all Greenway Trust projects.  Administrative   Support professional documentation of project metrics, recordkeeping of herbicide forms, data entry with online ArcGIS apps, vehicle mileage logs, project reports, and incident reports as needed.  QUALIFICATIONS    A successful applicant brings a combination of the following certifications, knowledge, and experiences. Reasonable accommodations are possible.   Required   Demonstrated leadership experience.   One season of experience with safe herbicide application.  Washington State Pesticide Applicator’s License with an aquatic endorsement. The Greenway Trust will provide if needed.  Wilderness First Aid (WFA) or Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification. The Greenway Trust will provide WFA if needed.  Desired   Two plus seasons of experience with safe pesticide application.  Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.  Experience with Pacific Northwest native and non-native plant identification.  Experience using and maintaining small motor tools (i.e., brush cutters).  Familiarity using ArcGIS mobile applications like Field Maps, QuickCapture, and Survey 123.  Insurable driving record and ability to drive full-sized trucks on rough terrain.   Relevant education and/or experience in a natural resource field.  REPORTS TO   The Restoration Crew Leader reports to the Restoration Projects Manager.  COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS   Compensation is $23.00 per hour.   Benefits for full-time seasonal employees include a $250 gear stipend, paid sick time (accruing at one hour per 40 hours worked), worker’s compensation coverage, optional participation in an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) ($200 monthly contributed by the Greenway Trust), participation in   HealthiestYou   program, and optional participation in a 403(b)-retirement plan. This position is not eligible for paid time off including holiday pay. There may be a possibility of unpaid days off due to extenuating circumstances.   GEAR LOANED BY THE GREENWAY TRUST   Long sleeve and short sleeve shirts (you get to keep)  Rain gear (overalls and jacket)  Tools and gloves  Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)  REQUIRED GEAR    Sturdy, above the ankle work or hiking boots  Rain boots   Durable work pants  To help seasonal crew members purchase or replace personal gear needed to be successful in the field, the Greenway Trust provides a $250 gear stipend. This allows individual seasonal staff members to prioritize what they want to purchase based on the gear they already have.  LOCATION AND SCHEDULE   The Restoration Crew is based out of the Greenway Trust Field Office at Lake Sammamish State Park in Issaquah, WA and will work on surrounding public lands. The Restoration Crew works a 10-hour workday (7am to 5:30pm), on a Tuesday-Friday schedule, with occasional Saturday volunteer events.   COVID REQUIREMENTS    Vaccination requirements are in place for Greenway Trust staff.  TO APPLY   Please send in a cover letter, resume, references, any materials you wish to share that are related to your ecological restoration experience to:   apply@mtsgreenway.org     Indicate which position you are applying to in the email subject line. In the cover letter, please describe your leadership style, including successes or failures that have shaped you as a leader and how you would combine soft skills necessary for good leadership with technical knowledge related to ecological restoration.  Applicants for the Crew Leader position may be considered for the Assistant Leader and Crew Member positions.     Finalists will be asked to provide three references.  ABOUT THE MOUNTAINS TO SOUND GREENWAY TRUST   The   Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust   works to steward a landscape that stretches 100 miles from the shores of Puget Sound, across the Cascade Mountains, to Central Washington. The Greenway Trust also coordinates the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area (NHA), which honors the historical and cultural significance of this place and helps to preserve and celebrate its living heritage. The Restoration Crew contributes to the goals of the NHA by implementing ecological restoration projects that focus on riparian restoration to improve habitat for threatened Chinook salmon, community restoration projects that focus on restoring open spaces in neighborhoods with less access to healthy green spaces, and supports agency efforts to minimize the impacts of noxious weeds on public and private lands.    DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION    We believe that when we are connected to nature, our lives are better. We are healthier, happier, and our communities are stronger. We are committed to   diversity, equity, and inclusion at the Greenway Trust   because we want to better reflect the diverse communities that make up the Greenway NHA, because we believe that equity and inclusion are vital to our mission, and because we want to do our part to create a more just society. We are committed to creating lasting structural changes internally in our workplace and externally in the communities we serve.  EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER   The Greenway Trust is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, ancestry, genetic information, use of a service animal, honorably discharged veteran, military status, political ideology, personal appearance, family responsibilities, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. Each person is evaluated on the basis of personal aptitude and merit. 

Priority will be given to applications received by Thursday, January 12, 2023. Position open until filled. Join our team! As a member of the Greenway Trust’s Field Program, you will have the opportunity to work as part of a team in an energetic, productive, and collaborative environment. The Restoration Crew identifies, surveys for, and controls invasive plants; installs native trees and shrubs; collects monitoring data; and maintains ecological restoration projects in partnership with public land management agencies throughout the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area.  This is a full-time, 9-month seasonal position ( February 23 to November 17, 2023 ). The Restoration Crew periodically supports Greenway Trust volunteer and education events and works regularly with Greenway Trust staff and occasionally with partner agency and nonprofit staff, sponsored AmeriCorps members, and volunteers.   This position is contingent upon funding from outside sources secured by the Greenway Trust.   EXPECTATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES   The position expectations listed below are representative of the demeanor, knowledge, and ability of the applicant necessary to successfully carry out the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations can be made as possible.   Interpersonal Communication    Professionally represent the Greenway Trust while interacting with the public.  Engage with, listen to, and learn from people with diverse perspectives and experiences.  Possess high standard of courtesy, selflessness, tolerance, hard work, adaptability, and flexibility.  Project Implementation   Properly use tools and conduct routine maintenance of tools, including backpack sprayers, EZ-Ject lances, brush cutters, and other restoration-related equipment.  Work long days in variable weather, walk on uneven terrain, and wear a 30-pound backpack to apply herbicide.  Safety and Risk Management    Contribute to a culture of safety on the crew during all Greenway Trust activities and projects.  Report any incidents or injuries in a timely manner.  Administrative   Support professional documentation of project metrics, data entry with online ArcGIS apps, vehicle mileage logs, project reports, and incident reports as needed.  DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS   A successful applicant brings a combination of the following certifications, knowledge, and experiences. Reasonable accommodations are possible.   Passion for native and non-native plant ecology of the Pacific Northwest.  One season of restoration crew experience.  One season of safe herbicide application experience.  Washington State Pesticide Applicator’s License with an aquatic endorsement.  Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder certification.  Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.  Experience using and maintaining small motor tools (i.e., brush cutters).  Experience using ArcGIS mobile applications like Field Maps, QuickCapture, and Survey 123.  Insurable driving record and the ability to drive full-sized trucks on rough terrain.  Relevant education and/or experience in a natural resource field.  REPORTS TO   The Restoration Crew Members report to the Restoration Projects Manager.  COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS    Compensation is $21.00 per hour.   Benefits for full-time seasonal employees include a $250 gear stipend, paid sick time (accruing at one hour per 40 hours), worker’s compensation coverage, optional participation in an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement ( ICHRA ) ($200 monthly contributed by the Greenway Trust), participation in   HealthiestYou   program, and optional participation in a 403(b)-retirement plan. This position is not eligible for paid time off including holiday pay. There may be a possibility of unpaid days off due to extenuating circumstances.  GEAR LOANED BY THE GREENWAY TRUST   Long sleeve and short sleeve shirts and hat (you get to keep)  Rain gear (overalls and jacket)  Tools and gloves  Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)  REQUIRED GEAR   Sturdy, above the ankle work or hiking boots  Rain boots   Durable work pants  To help seasonal crew members purchase or replace personal gear needed to be successful in the field, the Greenway Trust provides a $250 gear stipend. This allows individual seasonal staff members to prioritize what they want to purchase based on the gear they already have.  LOCATION AND SCHEDULE   The Restoration Crew is based out of the Greenway Trust Field Office at Lake Sammamish State Park in Issaquah, WA and will work on surrounding public lands. The Restoration Crew works a 10-hour workday (7am to 5:30pm), on a Tuesday-Friday schedule, with occasional Saturday volunteer events.  COVID R EQUIREMENTS    Vaccination requirements are in place for Greenway Trust staff.  TO APPLY   Please send in a cover letter and resume to:  apply@mtsgreenway.org     Indicate which position you are applying to in the email subject line. In the cover letter, please address your experience and passion related to ecological restoration and how you have demonstrated the ability to work as part of a team with people from different backgrounds with perspectives.  Finalists will be asked to provide three references.  ABOUT THE MOUNTAINS TO SOUND GREENWAY TRUST   The   Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust   works to steward a landscape that stretches 100 miles from the shores of Puget Sound, across the Cascade Mountains, to Central Washington. The Greenway Trust also coordinates the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area (NHA), which honors the historical and cultural significance of this place and helps to preserve and celebrate its living heritage. The Restoration Crew contributes to the goals of the NHA by implementing ecological restoration projects that focus on riparian restoration to improve habitat for threatened Chinook salmon, community restoration projects that focus on restoring open spaces in neighborhoods with less access to healthy green spaces, and supports agency efforts to minimize the impacts of noxious weeds on public and private lands. DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION    We believe that when we are connected to nature, our lives are better. We are healthier, happier, and our communities are stronger. We are committed to   diversity, equity, and inclusion at the Greenway Trust   because we want to better reflect the diverse communities that make up the Greenway NHA, because we believe that equity and inclusion are vital to our mission, and because we want to do our part to create a more just society. We are committed to creating lasting structural changes internally in our workplace and externally in the communities we serve.  EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER The Greenway Trust is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, ancestry, genetic information, use of a service animal, honorably discharged veteran, military status, political ideology, personal appearance, family responsibilities, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. Each person is evaluated on the basis of personal aptitude and merit. 

Priority will be given to applications received by Tuesday, January 31, 2023. Position open until filled. Join our team! As a member of the Greenway Trust’s Field Program, you will have the opportunity to work as part of a team in an energetic, productive, and collaborative environment. Project work will focus on front country and backcountry trail maintenance and improvement projects that will include brushing and logout, tread repair, trail structure construction with rock and/or timber. The work is physically intensive, but also can be highly rewarding for team members. The   Assistant   Trail Crew Leader   is responsible for supporting the Crew Leader in the oversight of 3-4 Crew Members and will lead projects when the crew is split into smaller teams, or the Crew Leader is not in the field.  This is a full-time, 8-month seasonal position ( February 21 to October 27, 2023 ) with the possibility for short-term extension. The Trail Crew periodically supports Greenway Trust volunteer and education events and works regularly with Greenway Trust staff and occasionally with partner agency and nonprofit staff, sponsored AmeriCorps members, and volunteers.     This position is contingent upon funding from outside sources secured by the Greenway Trust .   EXPECTATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES   The position expectations listed below are representative of the demeanor, knowledge, and ability of the applicant necessary to successfully carry out the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations can be made as possible.   Interpersonal Communication & Leadership Support   Professionally represent the Greenway Trust while interacting with the public.  Engage with, listen to, and learn from people with diverse perspectives and experiences.  Model a high standard of courtesy, selflessness, tolerance, hard work, adaptability, and flexibility.  Demonstrate strong communication skills and ability to motivate a team.  Serve as point of contact with Recreation Project Manager when Crew Leader is unavailable.  Safety and Risk Management    Monitor and advocate for the crew’s physical safety and emotional well-being.   Contribute to a culture of safety on the crew during all Greenway Trust activities and projects.  Report any incidents or injuries in a timely manner.  Project Implementation   Lead crew members in proper trail maintenance and construction practices.  Ability to properly use and demonstrate use of tools, and conduct routine maintenance of tools including hand tools, chainsaws and cross-cut saws, power wheelbarrows  Work long days doing intensive manual labor including building common trail structures, moving project materials, and operating equipment.   Ability to hike up to 10 miles per day with equipment and tools.   Ability to carry heavy loads (50-70 lbs.)  Work and live outside in inclement weather for extended periods of time.  Administrative   Support professional documentation of project metrics, vehicle mileage logs, project reports, safety documentation, and incident reports as needed.  DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS   A successful applicant brings a combination of knowledge and experiences similar to the following list. Reasonable accommodations are possible.   Experience driving four-wheel drive vehicles on rough, unpaved roads, and trailer experience.  Experience with trail maintenance and construction in the Pacific Northwest, or similar.  Working knowledge of proper and safe use and maintenance of trail tools and equipment.   Experience using and maintaining small engine tools.  Chainsaw/crosscut bucking training or experience.   Wilderness First Aid (WFA) or Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification.   Experience working in backcountry settings.  Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.  Relevant education and/or experience in a natural resource field or outdoor work environment.  REPORTS TO     The Assistant Trail Crew Leader reports to the Recreation Projects Manager.   COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS   Compensation is $22.00 per hour.   Benefits for full-time seasonal employees include a $250 gear stipend, paid sick time (accruing at one hour per 40 hours worked, worker’s compensation coverage, optional participation in an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) ($200 monthly contributed by the Greenway Trust), participation in   HealthiestYou   program, and optional participation in a 403(b)-retirement plan. This position is not eligible for paid time off including holiday pay. There may be a possibility of unpaid days off due to extenuating circumstances.  GEAR LOANED BY THE GREENWAY TRUST   Long sleeve and short sleeve shirts (you get to keep)  Rain gear (overalls and jacket)  Tools, gloves & hard hat  Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)  Group gear required for overnight camping will be provided. The Greenway Trust will provide food and/or per diem for overnight projects and some personal camping gear, including a tent, water filter and personal stove as needed.  REQUIRED GEAR    Sturdy, above the ankle (6” or higher) work or hiking boots  Personal backpacking equipment (backpack, sleeping bag, pad)  Durable work pants  To help seasonal crew members purchase or replace personal gear needed to be successful in the field, the Greenway Trust provides a $250 gear stipend. This allows individual seasonal staff members to prioritize what they want to purchase based on the gear they already have.  LOCATION AND SCHEDULE   The Trail Crew is based from the Greenway Trust Field Office at Lake Sammamish State Park in Issaquah, WA and will work on surrounding public lands. The Trail Crew works a 10-hour workday (7am to 5:30pm), a Tuesday-Friday schedule, with 4- and 8-day overnight work weeks in the summer.   COVID REQUIREMENTS    Vaccination requirements are in place for Greenway Trust staff.  TO APPLY    Please send in a cover letter, resume, any materials you wish to share that are related to your trail maintenance and construction experiences to:  apply@mtsgreenway.org     Indicate which position you are applying to in the email subject line. In the cover letter, please address your experience and passion related to trails, physically demanding work, and how you have demonstrated the ability to work as part of a team with people from different backgrounds with perspectives.  Finalists will be asked to provide three references.   ABOUT THE MOUNTAINS TO SOUND GREENWAY TRUST The   Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust   works to steward a landscape that stretches 100 miles from the shores of Puget Sound, across the Cascade Mountains, to Central Washington. The Greenway Trust also coordinates the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area (NHA), which honors the historical and cultural significance of this place and helps to preserve and celebrate its living heritage. The Seasonal Trail Crew contributes to the goals of the NHA by improving recreational access to the Greenway’s network of 1000+ miles of wildland trails.  STATEMENT ON DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION    We believe that when we are connected to nature, our lives are better. We are healthier, happier, and our communities are stronger. We are committed to   diversity, equity, and inclusion at the Greenway Trust   because we want to better reflect the diverse communities that make up the Greenway NHA, because we believe that equity and inclusion are vital to our mission, and because we want to do our part to create a more just society. We are committed to creating lasting structural changes internally in our workplace and externally in the communities we serve.  EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER   The Greenway Trust is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, ancestry, genetic information, use of a service animal, honorably discharged veteran, military status, political ideology, personal appearance, family responsibilities, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Each person is evaluated on personal aptitude and merit. 

Priority will be given to applications received by Tuesday, January 31, 2023. Position open until filled. Join our team! As a member of the Greenway Trust’s Field Program, you will have the opportunity to work as part of a team in an energetic, productive, and collaborative environment.  Project work will focus on front country and backcountry trail maintenance and improvement projects that will include brushing and logout, tread repair, trail structure construction with rock and/or timber. The work is physically intensive, but also can be highly rewarding for team members.  This is a full-time, 7.5-month seasonal position ( March 9 to October 27, 2023 ) with the possibility for short-term extension. The Trail Crew periodically supports Greenway Trust volunteer and education events and works regularly with Greenway Trust staff and occasionally with partner agency and nonprofit staff, sponsored AmeriCorps members, and volunteers.    This position is contingent upon funding from outside sources secured by the Greenway Trust .   EXPECTATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES   The position expectations listed below are representative of the demeanor, knowledge, and ability of the applicant necessary to successfully carry out the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations can be made as possible.   Interpersonal Communication    Professionally represent the Greenway Trust while interacting with the public.  Engage with, listen to, and learn from people with diverse perspectives and experiences.  Possess high standard of courtesy, selflessness, tolerance, hard work, adaptability, and flexibility.  Safety and Risk Management    Contribute to a culture of safety on the crew during all Greenway Trust activities and projects.  Report any incidents or injuries in a timely manner.  Project Implementation   Work long days doing intensive manual labor including building common trail structures, moving project materials, and operating equipment including chainsaws, brush cutters and power wheelbarrows.  Ability to hike up to 10 miles per day with equipment and tools.   Ability to carry heavy loads (50-70 lbs.)  Work and live outside in inclement weather for extended periods of time.  Administrative   Support professional documentation of project metrics, vehicle mileage logs, project reports, safety documentation, and incident reports as needed.  DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS   A successful applicant brings a combination of knowledge and experiences similar to the following list. Reasonable accommodations are possible.   Experience driving four-wheel drive vehicles on unpaved roads.  Experience with trail maintenance and construction in the Pacific Northwest, or similar.  Working knowledge of proper and safe use and maintenance of trail tools and equipment.   Experience using and maintaining small engine tools.  Chainsaw/crosscut bucking training or experience.   Wilderness First Aid (WFA) or Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification.   Experience working in backcountry settings.  Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.  Relevant education and/or experience in a natural resource field or outdoor work environment.  REPORTS TO     The Trail Crew Member reports to the Recreation Projects Manager.   COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS   Compensation is $21.00 per hour.   Benefits for full-time seasonal employees include a $250 gear stipend, paid sick time (accruing at one hour per 40 hours worked, worker’s compensation coverage, optional participation in an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) ($200 monthly contributed by the Greenway Trust), participation in   HealthiestYou   program, and optional participation in a 403(b)-retirement plan. This position is not eligible for paid time off including holiday pay. There may be a possibility of unpaid days off due to extenuating circumstances.  GEAR LOANED BY THE GREENWAY TRUST   Long sleeve and short sleeve shirts (you get to keep)  Rain gear (overalls and jacket)  Tools, gloves & hard hat  Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)  Group gear required for overnight camping will be provided. The Greenway Trust will provide food and/or per diem for overnight projects and some personal camping gear, including a tent, water filter and personal stove as needed.  REQUIRED GEAR    Sturdy, above the ankle (6” or higher) work or hiking boots  Personal backpacking equipment (backpack, sleeping bag, pad)  Durable work pants  To help seasonal crew members purchase or replace personal gear needed to be successful in the field, the Greenway Trust provides a $250 gear stipend. This allows individual seasonal staff members to prioritize what they want to purchase based on the gear they already have.  LOCATION AND SCHEDULE   The Trail Crew is based from the Greenway Trust Field Office at Lake Sammamish State Park in Issaquah, WA and will work on surrounding public lands. The Trail Crew works a 10-hour workday (7am to 5:30pm), a Tuesday-Friday schedule, with 4- and 8-day overnight work weeks in the summer.   COVID REQUIREMENTS    Vaccination requirements are in place for Greenway Trust staff.  TO APPLY    Please send in a cover letter, resume, any materials you wish to share that are related to your trail maintenance and construction experiences to:  apply@mtsgreenway.org     Indicate which position you are applying to in the email subject line. In the cover letter, please address your experience and passion related to trails, physically demanding work, and how you have demonstrated the ability to work as part of a team with people from different backgrounds with perspectives.  Finalists will be asked to provide three references.   ABOUT THE MOUNTAINS TO SOUND GREENWAY TRUST   The   Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust   works to steward a landscape that stretches 100 miles from the shores of Puget Sound, across the Cascade Mountains, to Central Washington. The Greenway Trust also coordinates the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area (NHA), which honors the historical and cultural significance of this place and helps to preserve and celebrate its living heritage. The Seasonal Trail Crew contributes to the goals of the NHA by improving recreational access to the Greenway’s network of 1000+ miles of wildland trails.  DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION    We believe that when we are connected to nature, our lives are better. We are healthier, happier, and our communities are stronger. We are committed to   diversity, equity, and inclusion at the Greenway Trust   because we want to better reflect the diverse communities that make up the Greenway NHA, because we believe that equity and inclusion are vital to our mission, and because we want to do our part to create a more just society. We are committed to creating lasting structural changes internally in our workplace and externally in the communities we serve.  EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER   The Greenway Trust is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, ancestry, genetic information, use of a service animal, honorably discharged veteran, military status, political ideology, personal appearance, family responsibilities, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Each person is evaluated on personal aptitude and merit. 

Priority will be given to applications received by Thursday, January 12, 2023. Position open until filled. Join our team! As part of the Greenway Trust’s Education team, you will have the opportunity to help equip and inspire youth to be curious, compassionate stewards of nature. During the school year, the Educators deliver classroom lessons, field study trips, and stewardship events (e.g., planting trees or removing non-native weeds) for 4th-8th   grade students. Curriculum topics include forest ecosystems and salmon, and field trip sites include Lake Sammamish State Park and Tiger Mountain State Forest. During the summer, the Educators co-lead the Youth Engaged in Sustainable Systems (YESS) high school internship in either Highline School District (Burien) or Riverview School District (Carnation). Educators teach classroom- and field-based lessons at a variety of sites with the YESS student interns.  The successful Educator will demonstrate a passion for helping young people — especially those from communities that are underrepresented in environmental fields and/or new to environmental topics — make personal positive connections with nature. This position is ideal for an outgoing individual with a strong environmental education background who enjoys working outdoors in variable weather. Applicants may have experience leading groups of students in outdoor settings, teaching in a classroom setting, or performing ecological restoration work.  Candidates should expect to discuss their experience incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion principles into their work or personal ethic. Every Greenway Trust employee plays an active part in carrying out our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization and beyond.  Reports to : Education Program Manager  Salary & Benefits : $21.00 hourly. Benefits for full-time seasonal employees include a $250 gear stipend, paid sick time (accruing at one hour per 40 hours), worker’s compensation coverage, optional participation in an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement ( ICHRA ) ($200 monthly contributed by the Greenway Trust), participation in   HealthiestYou   program, and optional participation in a 403(b)-retirement plan. This position is not eligible for paid time off including holiday pay.  Schedule : Full-time, 9-month seasonal, non-exempt position ( February 28 to November 17, 2023 ). The schedule is typically Monday to Friday with periodic evening and Saturday events. Estimated 20/80 office/field time.  Location : The Greenway Trust has a hybrid model that combines both remote and in-person work. This position will be based at the Greenway Trust’s Field Office (1980 NW Sammamish Rd., Issaquah, WA 98027) with the expectation of a schedule of in-person, in-office, and remote workdays. This position requires a reliable personal vehicle for travel to schools and field trip sites around King County as well as the Greenway Trust’s Seattle office.  Vehicles and Mileage Reimbursement : The Educators will have access to a Greenway vehicle for work purposes; a valid driver’s license, insurable driving record, and completion of internal training is required to use any Greenway vehicle. When usage of a personal vehicle is required (e.g., travel to schools), Educators are reimbursed at the federal reimbursement rate for mileage.  Gear & Equipment :   Provided gear:   Long- and short-sleeved shirts and a hat.  Loaned gear and equipment:   Rain gear (overalls and jacket), personal protective equipment (e.g., work gloves, first aid kit), laptop computer, and cell phone.  Educators   are expected to provide personal gear, including sturdy hiking shoes and a backpack.  Gear stipend:   To help seasonal staff purchase or replace personal gear needed to be successful in the field, the Greenway Trust provides a $250 gear stipend. This allows individual seasonal staff members to prioritize what they want to purchase based on the gear they already have. COVID Requirements : Vaccination requirements are in place for Greenway Trust staff.     How to Apply : Send a resume and cover letter explaining your interest and capabilities to   apply@mtsgreenway.org . Your cover letter should not exceed two pages, and should provide examples of the following:  Your ability to facilitate activities for groups of students between 10 and 18 years old.  Your experience mentoring teens.  Your experience with or commitment to connecting historically underrepresented communities with nature.  Finalists will be asked to provide three references.  ABOUT THE MOUNTAINS TO SOUND GREENWAY TRUST The   Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust   works to steward a landscape that stretches 100 miles from the shores of Puget Sound, across the Cascade Mountains, to Central Washington. The Greenway Trust also coordinates the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area (NHA), which honors the historical and cultural significance of this place and helps to preserve and celebrate its living heritage. The Education Program contributes to the goals of the NHA by engaging 4th-12th grade students in meaningful environmental education programs that equip them with knowledge, skills and inspiration needed to be curious, caring stewards of nature, and that may lead them to future careers in conservation.   DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION We believe that when we are connected to nature, our lives are better. We are healthier, happier, and our communities are stronger. We are committed to   diversity, equity, and inclusion at the Greenway Trust   because we want to better reflect the diverse communities that make up the Greenway NHA, because we believe that equity and inclusion are vital to our mission, and because we want to do our part to create a more just society. We are committed to creating lasting structural changes internally in our workplace and externally in the communities we serve.  EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER The Greenway Trust is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, ancestry, genetic information, use of a service animal, honorably discharged veteran, military status, political ideology, personal appearance, family responsibilities, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. Each person is evaluated on the basis of personal aptitude and merit.