Fall 2026 Assistant Crew Leader-AmeriCorps

                                                                     

 

Position Title: Fall Field Assistant Crew Leader - AmeriCorps

Conservation Legacy Program: Conservation Corps New Mexico 

Site Location: Conservation Corps New Mexico Program Office - 560 N.

17th Street, Las Cruces NM

Terms of Service:


* Start Date: 08/24/2026


* End Date: 12/11/2026


* AmeriCorps Slot Classification: 450-hour

 

Purpose:

Conservation Corps New Mexico (CCNM):                                                                                                     

Conservation Corps New Mexico, an AmeriCorps Program, aims to continue the legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps of the 1930s.

CCNM crews are typically based in Las Cruces, NM and all project work will take place on public lands in New Mexico and surrounding states.


* This is an AmeriCorps position aiming to engage future leaders who protect, restore, and enhance our public lands through community-based service.


* You’ll learn new skills, but it will take sweat: this program is designed to be rigorous.

You will complete conservation service projects and learn many skills through experience.

Service as an AmeriCorps member is an introduction to a new and exciting lifestyle - over the course of the season you will live, learn, train, and work to protect and preserve America’s public lands.

Description of Duties:

Crew Models
CCNM's Field Crew program engages motivated young adults, ages 18-30 (35 for veterans), to complete challenging and impactful conservation service projects throughout southern New Mexico and surrounding states.

Crews work with a variety of land management agencies, spending up to 8 days in the field camping.

Projects can be front country or backcountry, with limited to no access to showers and running-water toilets.

Backcountry projects involve carrying out all personal supplies (tent, sleeping bag, clothing) as well as group camp supplies (food, water, gear, tools) to the campsite and worksite.

Project work may vary due to seasonality and environmental safety concerns.

Projects that crews typically work on include, but are not limited to: 


* Trail construction and maintenance


* Invasive species management, including pesticide application


* Habitat restoration


* Fence installation/repair


* Land Management Inventory and Mapping


* Fire fuels reduction


* National Disaster Relief for up to 30 days at a time


* Community service

Assistant Crew Leader Responsibilities:

Assistant Crew Leaders (ACL) are responsible for facilitating a safe and positive crew member experience by setting an example of enthusiasm, dedication, and a strong work ethic throughout work and camp life. The ACL works in tandem with the Crew Leader to communicate directions, project specifications, and provide constructive criticism throughout ...