Service Locations: Bend, Redmond, or Prineville, OR (Housing is not provided. You must find housing in Central Oregon.) 
Term Start: June 2026 
Term Length: 47 weeks | 1700-hour AmeriCorps position 

About Heart of Oregon Corps 

Heart of Oregon Corps (HOC) inspires and empowers positive change in the lives of young people through jobs, education, and stewardship. Through our AmeriCorps program, young adults ages 17–24 complete hands-on conservation projects across Central Oregon while gaining job skills and career pathways. 

Each year our crews improve over 1,000 acres of public lands through projects with partners including the US Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, and Bend Parks & Recreation. 

Position Summary 

The Conservation Team Leader (CTL) is a full-time AmeriCorps member who serves alongside and supports a crew of young adults completing conservation projects across Central Oregon. 

This role combines field-based conservation work, leadership development, and environmental education. CTLs help members understand the “why” behind projects, lead trainings, and support crew culture while gaining valuable hands-on experience in natural resources and youth development. 

The CTL serves outdoors approximately 60% of the time and works closely with Crew Leaders and Field Team Leaders to mentor and support participants. 

Typical Projects 

Crews work on a variety of conservation projects, including: 

• Wildfire fuels reduction
• Habitat restoration
• Invasive species management 
• Trail construction and maintenance 
• Fence construction and repair 

Key Responsibilities 

• Serve alongside AmeriCorps members on conservation projects  
• Mentor and support youth participants (ages 17–24)  
• Lead environmental education trainings  
• Facilitate team-building activities and crew meetings  
• Coordinate career exploration opportunities and guest speakers  
• Help build a positive, safe, and inclusive crew culture  
• Support member goal setting and leadership development  

Schedule 

Most crews operate on one of the following schedules: 

Option 1: 
Monday – Friday 
7:50 AM – 4:30 PM 

Option 2: 
Monday – Thursday 
6:50 AM – 5:30 PM 

Schedules may vary due to weather, projects, or seasonal needs. Occasional overnight projects may occur. 

Benefits 

AmeriCorps members receive: 

Living Allowance: $27,730 (pre-tax, distributed bi-weekly) 
Segal Education Award: $7,395 upon completion 
Health Coverage: Oregon Health Plan (if you qualify)

Childcare assistance (if eligible)

Student loan forbearance for qualifying federal loans 
Up to 12 Paid Holidays + 80 hours Sick/Vacation 

Professional Training & Certifications, which may include: 

• CPR / First Aid
• Wilderness First Aid
• Mental Health First Aid
• Chainsaw
• Crosscut Saw
• Oregon Herbicide Applicator  

Minimum Qualifications 

Applicants must: 

• Be19+ years old(21+ preferred for driving requirements) 
• Be available for the entire 47-week service term 
• Be a U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident 
• Pass required background checks 
• Be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions 
• Lift up to 60 lbs and hike several miles daily 

Experience in conservation corps programs, environmental education, outdoor leadership, or natural resources is helpful but not required. 

Heart of Oregon Corps is an equal opportunity employer; auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Alternative formats are available upon request by contacting recruitment@heartoforegon.org. As a recipient of Federal financial assistance, Heart of Oregon Corps is prohibited from discriminating on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, and against any beneficiary of programs on the basis of the beneficiary’s citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States.