The Field Assistant works closely with both the GMC Field Supervisors and the Director of Field Programs to coordinate and assist GMC staff and volunteers participating in a variety of trail management programs on the Long Trail System. The Field Assistant is a liaison among the Green Mountain Club, t he U.S. Forest Service, the Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation, and the Appalachian Trail Conference, as well as private cooperators such as the Equinox Preservation Trust and several ski areas. Duties include interacting with professional land managers and volunteer trail maintainers and supervising GMC caretakers and the Long Trail Patrols. Early in the field season, the Field Assistant conducts trail assessments and scouts work projects and throughout the season works with partners on project implementation. The Field Assistant must understand the management system for the Long Trail System and be an active and visible participant.
Work weeks are irregular and days can be long.
The Field Assistant operates out of GMC Headquarters in Waterbury Center, as well as office space at the Green Mountain National Forest Supervisor's and District offices. Housing may be provided, use of a vehicle will be available, and the term will be from May to the end of October. Advanced first aid training required. Good advancement opportunity for a former participant in a seasonal trail management program. Emphasis is on trail rehabilitation, including erosion control, new trail construction, and shelter construction and rehabilitation.