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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates strong outdoor and hiking experience while effectively communicating educational messaging on Leave No Trace principles and Appalachian Trail regulations. Capable of working independently in remote settings and collaborating with diverse volunteers to support resource protection efforts.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Leave No Trace TrainerWilderness First-Aid CertificationMicrosoft Office ProficiencyVolunteer CollaborationEnvironmental Studies Knowledge
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Hard Skills
HikingFood Storage DemonstrationEducation FacilitationTechnology TroubleshootingEnvironmental StudiesRecreation ManagementNatural Resources ManagementForestry
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationIndependenceCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficeOffice 365ESRI GISNPS DatabaseAPDNetSuiteRIMSGoogle Applications
Certifications & Qualifications
Leave No Trace TrainerWilderness First-Aid CertificationCPR CertificationUSFS Chainsaw CertificationWFR/WFA Certification
Industry Keywords
Appalachian Trail ConservancyResource ProtectionCooperative Management SystemOutdoor EducationTrail Management
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Report to the Regional Manager
- Support registered thru-hikers at the designated basecamp
- Provide education on Leave No Trace, local rules and regulations, proper food storage, and other pertinent information
- Facilitate Start Smart video presentations and answer visitor questions
- Participate in weekly check-in calls with ATC partners, volunteers, and internal staff
- Update messaging focus boards based on partner information
- Demonstrate PCT-style hangs when requested
- Share ATC Incident Report and Bear Encounter Report Forms with visitors
- Coordinate basecamp coverage with the designated Trail Ambassador Coordinator
- Troubleshoot technology issues arising from digital tablet registration
- Communicate with park service regarding Appalachian Trail needs
- Perform other duties assigned by the Regional Manager
- Help ensure consistent educational messaging, food storage demonstration capacity, and balanced shared duties with volunteers
Requirements
What you’ll need- Academic experience or course work in environmental studies, recreation management, natural resources management, forestry, or related field preferred
- Commitment to ATC management and resource protection efforts
- Proven ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to effectively communicate with individuals, groups, and partners
- Ability to live independently and work in a remote area with minimal supervision
- Strong hiking and outdoor experience
- Experience collaborating with volunteers of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels
- Basic knowledge of Appalachian Trail Conservancy’s cooperative management system preferred
- Leave No Trace Trainer or Master Educator desirable; awareness training is provided
- Current Wilderness First-Aid, or higher, and CPR certification preferred; training is provided
- Willingness to participate in additional required training, including USFS chainsaw & crosscut saw certification, WFR/WFA, advanced rockwork, rigging, and safe driving
- Must be able to hike for extended periods and perform routine moderate lifting, carrying up to 50 pounds in a backpack over a minimum of five miles through rough, uneven, wet, and slippery terrain
- Regular use of a computer is required; Microsoft Office, Office 365, ESRI GIS, NPS database, APD, NetSuite, RIMS, and Google applications are used
- Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable personal vehicle
Benefits
Comp & perks- Up to $500/month housing stipend available if needed
- 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours worked
- In-person and remote training components
- Required additional training provided/available, including USFS chainsaw & crosscut saw certification, WFR/WFA, advanced rockwork, rigging, and safe driving