Participants major dutiues will include aquatic invastive species inspections and boat safety inspections. Additional duties may include assisting park rangers with fee compliance, monitoring visitor use and compliance, invasive species management, water quality testing, and minor maintenance and repair to park facilities. The position goal is to expose the participant to the full range of duties that a Corps of Engineers ranger performs.
Location
Abiquiu, NM
Schedule
May 25, 2026 - September 11, 2026
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Marginal Duties
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly
Experience working with young people
Hours
40 per week
Living Accommodations
House on site within 5 minute walk to office. Participant would have a private bedroom in a shared house with two other occupants. Furnishing is not provided
Compensation
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Personal Vehicle Information
Required
Additional Benefits
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.
