Utah Conservation Corps
2016 Accessibility Survey Crew Member
The Utah Conservation Corps (UCC) is an AmeriCorps program dedicated to developing
conservation leaders through service and education and improving the quality of public lands
through partnership projects. The UCC is committed to providing physically accessible
conservation service opportunities, such as this Accessibility Survey Crew.
TERM DATES:
LOCATION:
MAY 23 – AUGUST 15, 2016
crews based out of Logan, Utah (6 positions available)
Project sites throughout the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The UCC Accessibility Survey Crew Member is an AmeriCorps position that works as part of a 4person mixed-ability crew that will complete conservation service work on Utah public lands.
The crew is assigned projects that are inclusive and physically accessible and accommodating to
individuals with a variety of physical disabilities. Project work includes conducting accessibility
surveys at US Forest Service sites and facilities in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest.
The UCC Accessibility Survey Crew consists of the Crew Leader and three Crew Members. The
leader and members participate in two weeks of training prior to project work where they will
complete accessibility surveys of trails, campgrounds and facilities in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache
National Forest. The crew will take measurements, photos, and document data such as picnic
table dimensions and trail width/slope according to ABA (Architectural Barriers Act) standards
and enter survey data into a U.S. Forest Service database for use by the agency and the public.
The crew will camp for 3-5 days at a time near their weekly survey site. They will return to
Logan for one day of data entry per week and for off-time between project weeks.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
 Ability to use various measurement tools to conduct on-site accessibility surveys of
developed campgrounds, facilities, and trails within the National Forest
 Accurately enter survey data into the Forest Service database using IPADs and
desktop computers
 Ability to work outdoors up to 10 hours per day in a variety of weather conditions
 Ability to function independently and provide personal care in outdoor and camp
setting (using tents, living in campgrounds, camping for up to 5 nights in a row)
 Ability and willingness to travel 4-6 hours to weekly project sites
 Participate in group presentations to land managers and public officials on data
collected
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MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
 Transport equipment and tools to and from project site
 Conduct trail maintenance to make trails more accessible
PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Be 18 years or older
Be able to manage all personal care and mobility
Work successfully as part of a mixed-ability team
Be outdoors for extended periods during the summer months
Be able to successfully use a computer
Be able to communicate clearly and consistently
Be able to record accurate information and pay attention to detail
Travel in lift equipped van for up to 6 hours to/from job sites
Camp overnight with crew for up to 5 consecutive nights
Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
essential functions and requirements.
Principal Working Relationships:
 Work as a team with other crew members with and without disabilities to complete
projects
 Work in partnership with land management agency sponsors
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
 High School Graduate (minimum)
 Strong Computer Skills
 Camping Experience, desired not required
 Strong Communication Skills
Service Conditions:
Accessibility surveys will be conducted outdoors on U.S. Forest Service land and data
entry will be performed in an office setting.
Equipment Used: Smart Tool level*, inclinometer* (measures running slope), scale, IPAD,
camera, GPS unit, roll-a-wheel* (measures longer distances), tape measure*
*These tools have been modified so that they are usable by people with a variety of physical
disabilities.
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BENEFITS
 AmeriCorps Living Allowance, $550.00 paid twice per month
 Americorps Education Award, $1,515.00 (available upon successful completion of term)
 Conservation Service Work Training and Experience
TO APPLY
Complete the UCC Accessibility Survey Crew Application (Word document)
Application review will begin February 17th, position(s) are open until filled
Contact Lindsay for application accommodations are needed.
Contact
Lindsay Thalacker
UCC Recruitment Coordinator
lindsay.thalacker@usu.edu
(435) 797-0964 x1
The Utah Conservation Corps (UCC) is an equal opportunity employer. The above job functions
may be completed with or without accommodations. This description lists the minimum duty
requirements.
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