Position Title:
YouthCity Teen Crew LeadJob Description:
The Division of Youth and Family is offering a paid summer position in partnership with the Trails & Natural Lands Division for the YouthCity program. This role is designed as an adult, hands-on position supporting youth workforce development through natural resources management work. The YouthCity Teen Crew Lead will work alongside Trails & Natural Lands staff and lead a small group of teens, providing mentorship, guidance, and support while completing ecological or trail maintenance work.About the Position:
This is a paid, hands-on outdoor position where the Crew Lead will support a group of approximately 4 teen interns while working with Trails & Natural Lands on projects such as clearing debris, maintaining trails, and supporting environmental conservation efforts. The Crew Lead will learn directly from YouthCity and Trails & Natural Lands staff and apply that knowledge while guiding and supporting youth in the field. This role combines outdoor work, youth mentorship, and leadership. This is a temporary summer position running through June 1 – July 31, 2026.
Work Schedule:
This position will work Monday through Thursday. Tuesday through Thursday will typically be 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Monday hours will vary based on training, planning, and Trails & Natural Lands needs. This position will work up to 30 hours per week.
Pay Rate: $20.00/hour.
Key Responsibilities:
Work alongside Trails & Natural Lands staff to complete trail maintenance and environmental projects.
Support ecological restoration and stewardship efforts, including vegetation management, trail maintenance, and debris removal.
Learn job expectations, safety practices, and workflow directly from YouthCity and Trails & Natural Lands staff.
Lead and support a small group of approximately 4 teen interns in the field
Provide mentorship, guidance, and support to youth participants.
Safely transport youth in a City vehicle to and from work sites as required.
Support supervision, maintain safety, and manage group dynamics.
Communicate regularly with YouthCity leadership and Trails & Natural Lands staff.
Provide feedback and support youth development throughout the program.
Model professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and positive work habits.
Support youth engagement and problem-solving in real time.
Support workforce development activities or workshops as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be 21 years old at the start of the program.
Valid driver’s license and ability to safely operate a City vehicle.
Experience working with youth (mentoring, coaching, group management, or similar).
Ability to lead and manage a small group in an active, outdoor setting.
Interest in outdoor work and willingness to learn Trails & Natural Lands practices.
Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with staff and youth.
Reliable, responsible, and able to take initiative.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience with trail work, landscaping, or outdoor/environmental work.
Experience in leadership roles or working in team-based environments.
Working Conditions:
Work is performed primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Requires physical activity including standing, walking, lifting, and manual labor for extended periods.
May involve uneven terrain and exposure to environmental elements.
Requires driving between multiple work sites.
Additional Information:
Offers of employment may be contingent on successful completion of a background check in accordance with City policy and applicable law. Criminal offenses will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and do not automatically disqualify a candidate from City employment.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Position Type:
Part-time
Department:
Community and Neighborhoods