Trail Crew Leader Tahoe Area Mountain Biking

Opportunity summary

Term length

5/27/2024 - 10/31/2024

Application window

3/24/2024 - 4/27/2024

Location

Reno, Nevada

Hourly pay equivalent

$25.00

Project summary

The Trail Crew Leader will deliver a positive experience for TAMBA's volunteers by helping with trail maintenance volunteer days and providing administrative support. All candidates shall demonstrate a history in mountain biking, trail development, and working with volunteers. The successful candidate will be a detail-oriented team player who is motivated to provide excellent stewardship of Tahoe Trails.

Opportunity description

TAMBA is seeking a passionate, highly motivated individual for the position of Trail Crew Leader. This position will effectively manage TAMBA's Trail Crew on trail building and maintenance projects in addition to supporting community events. The position reports directly to the Trails Director and is offered as a full-time seasonal position May-November. The position will require regular travel throughout the Lake Tahoe area Great Basin Institute will provide a work truck for the crew.

Benefits

Healthcare

Requirements and qualifications

Requirements

Must be able to carry 50 lbs. Can hike up to 12 miles a day on a trail with related work tools and equipment in harsh weather. First aid and CPR certified, or able to get certified within 3 months. Clean driving record and valid driver's license.

Preferred qualifications

Demonstrates commitment to TAMBA's mission. Strong communication and organizational skills. Excellent document preparation. communication. and writing skills. Willingness to grow GIS skills and ability to produce project maps. Experience working with public land management agencies (i.e. federal/state/local). Experience teaching and coaching others in safe and high-quality trail maintenance and trail construction techniques. A passion for mountain biking and outdoor trail-based recreation.