The East Bay Climate Resilience Corps will work to implement projects to address critical environmental, climate, and conservation needs in parks and open spaces across the East Bay Area, CA. Projects could occur at Meek Park (urban agriculture), East Bay Regional Parks (wildlife monitoring, habitat restoration), San Leandro (park and residential tree equity care), and Benicia State Recreation Area (park improvements). The team will have Friday recreation and education opportunities and the second to last week of work will be a camping trip with the opportunity to learn from local rangers and continue work projects. All gear and food will be provided on the camping trip; members will learn how to set up tents, and cook and live outdoors safely, under guidance from crew leaders.
SCA leaders are provided with vehicles and will pick up and drop off members at central location. Members are expected to be prepared for the workday: on time, with their lunch and water packed. Participants should wear all leather boots to work each day. SCA has a limited number of boots to loan members who don't have their own. Working environment might be cool in the morning and possibly hot during the day; crew members should dress in layers to be prepared. SCA will provide gloves, helmet, eye protection, and training in the safe use of hand tools.
The team will consist of 6 members, 2 senior members, and 2 leaders.
Location
Hayward, CA
Schedule
June 10, 2026 - August 12, 2026
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Supervising and leading a crew of young adult members in conservation service work and activities that could include:
Driving an SCA Provided vehicle to facilitate crew member transportation needs and to transport tools and materials throughout Solano County.
This position will generally require walking over uneven terrain and working in parks and natural spaces while working in a team-based setting. The service work will be physically demanding at times and may include repetitive tasks. This position is ideal for someone with a can-do attitude, problem solving skills, an attentiveness to situations and members' needs, a competence in engaging in care and empathy, and a strong sense of accountability to one's self and the work.
Marginal Duties
Supporting members to complete timecards on a biweekly basis.
Tracking metrics and outputs with respect to project activities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Hours
40 per week
Living Accommodations
Not provided
Compensation
$950/week
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Additional Benefits
Wilderness First Aid Training
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.
The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and adults.
Our program participants protect and restore national parks, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks and community green spaces at various locations across the country.
After working with the SCA, our members emerge with increased environmental awareness, social responsibility and leadership skills.
As America’s most effective youth conservation service organization, the SCA transforms lives by empowering young people of all backgrounds to plan, act, and lead while they protect and restore our natural and cultural resources.
Founded in 1957, the SCA is dedicated to building the next generation of conservation leaders while inspiring lifelong protection of the environment and our communities.
SCA's mission is to build the next generation of conservation leaders and inspire lifelong stewardship of our environment and communities by engaging young people in hands-on service to the land.
