Midwest Roving Corps Team Leader
Quick answer
The Student Conservation Association is hiring a Midwest Roving Corps Team Leader based in St. Louis, MO, paying $850 per week to oversee youth conservation crews on NPS and USFS projects.
- Role
- Midwest Roving Corps Team Leader
- Organization
- Student Conservation Association
- Location
- St. Louis, Missouri (with travel to Wisconsin)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $850 per week
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-07-24
The role
The Student Conservation Association is seeking a Midwest Roving Corps Team Leader to supervise a team of four young adults working on conservation projects for the National Park Service and US Forest Service. The role involves leading diverse projects ranging from trail maintenance and construction to landscaping across various sites, including St. Louis, MO and Wisconsin. This position requires managing logistics, providing technical training, and ensuring the physical and emotional safety of the crew. The successful candidate will foster teamwork and professional development while living and working alongside the team in both camping and indoor housing environments.
What you'll do
- Facilitate teamwork and guide field-based conservation tasks
- Mentor members in technical skills and professional development
- Manage project logistics, documentation, and budgets
- Maintain communication with agency partners and SCA staff
- Ensure safe operation of hand and power tools
What it takes
- Minimum 21 years of age with US work authorization
- Valid driver’s license for at least 3 years
- Experience managing group dynamics and physical labor
- Ability to obtain Wilderness First Aid certification
- 2-4 years of relevant experience
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Travel stipend: $1,000 (split into two payments), budget for meals during work days, SCA trails training, Crew Leader Training, and ongoing professional development.
Frequently asked questions
Is this job remote?
No, this is an in-person role that requires traveling to and living at various project sites in Missouri and Wisconsin.
What is the compensation for this position?
The role provides a living allowance of $850 per week plus a travel stipend of up to $1,000.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates must be at least 21 years old, have a valid driver's license for three years, and possess strong interpersonal and physical labor skills.
When is the application deadline?
Applications must be submitted by July 24, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Student Conservation Association's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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