Los Valles Program Coordinator
Southwest Conservation Corps
Salida, Colorado
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Salary | $22.93 - $23.62 per hour |
| Benefits | Benefits Included |
| Deadline | Feb 13, 2026 |
| Experience | 2 - 6 years |
Starting Salary Range: The starting salary for this position will be in the $22.93-$23.62 range, depending on experience, education, and skills relevant to the position. Please note that the indicated starting salary range describes the range for an incumbent in this position. Most new staff generally start at the beginning of the range percentile to ensure internal salary equity.
Location: SCC Los Valles – Salida, CO
Status: Full-Time, Non-/Exempt
Benefit Eligible: Health, Vision, Dental, Short/Long-Term Disability, Basic Life Retirement, Paid Time Off, Supplemental benefits including critical care, pet insurance, supplemental life, and others.
Reports to: Program Manager
Posting Period: Please apply before February 13th, 2026.
Organizational Summary:
Conservation Legacy is a nationwide non-profit. The Corps programs within the organization engage participants in diverse conservation and community projects that serve public and private lands. These projects provide opportunities for personal and professional development and strive toward a high priority of needs for public land managers and community partners. Through the mission of engaging future leaders who protect, restore, and enhance our nation’s lands through community-based service; Conservation Legacy works toward a world with healthy lands, air, and water; thriving people and resilient communities.
Position Summary: The Program Coordinator’s primary responsibilities are to: Foster a healthy and welcoming culture within the SCC Los Valles programs; Recruit and select Crew Members for SCC’s camping and day programs; Participate in the planning and execution of Crew Leader and Member trainings; Coordinate communication between the field and the office; Support and mentor all field staff, including seasonal Field Technicians, Crew Leaders and Members; Ensure crews are supported and prepared to maintain safety, program integrity, and quality projects in the field. The Program Coordinator will also assist the Program Manager to recruit, hire and train Crew Leaders, Field Technicians, and contract instructors. The Program Coordinator is also responsible for administrative tasks pertaining to AmeriCorps compliance, including onboarding and exit paperwork and evaluations. Both office and field operations throughout the Arkansas River Valley and the San Luis Valley are required by this position, so a flexible schedule is a must.
| Category | Admin & Leadership , General / Stewardship |