Front Country Recreation Teams - Eastern Divide and Glenwood Pedlar Ranger Districts

Title: Front Country Recreation Team 

Positions: Lead and Regular positions available 

Location: Based out of Blacksburg, VA or Natural Bridge, VA; George Washington and Jefferson National Forests

Dates of Service:  April 13th, 2026 – March 26th 2027 (50 week term) 

Pay: Lead: $800/week ($600/living stipend + $200/additional benefit 

        Regular: $760/week ($600/living stipend + $160/additional benefit) 

Status: This is a full-time 40 hour/week, temporary AmeriCorps National Service position. 

Questions? Contact ACCrecruiting@conservationlegacy.org 

 

Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application. In your application, please mention if you’re interested in the Lead position. We are accepting applications until February 28th. 

  

Appalachian Conservation Corps:  

Our Individual Placement program works to connect young people to conservation service work across Appalachia and neighboring communities in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, DC, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. ACC is a program of Conservation Legacy, a nationwide network of conservation organizations.   

  

As an AmeriCorps program, participants commit to a term of service at their placement site in order to gain hands-on experience and a variety of benefits to help them succeed in achieving their career goals. ACC welcomes national applicants, but also emphasizes the engagement of local individuals who represent the communities in which they serve.   

 

Position Summary: 

The Recreation Program within the Glenwood Pedlar and Eastern Divide Districts of the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest are dedicated to providing safe, sustainable, and enriching outdoor experiences for the public. Our mission is to manage and maintain a diverse range of recreation sites—including campgrounds, day-use areas, and trail systems—while promoting environmental stewardship, public engagement, and equitable access to public lands. 

 

The Front Country Recreation Team supports daily operations and maintenance across Forest Service-managed campgrounds, day-use areas, and other popular recreation areas. This position is ideal for individuals pursuing careers in natural resource management, outdoor recreation, or federal land agency service. 

 

During their term, members will gain experience in front country developed recreation operations. There will be optional training opportunities, which may include chainsaw certification (e.g., S-212) and other field-based skill development depending on interest and availability. 

 

Essential roles and responsibilities include:  


* Conduct cleaning and maintenance operations of developed recreation areas. 


* Make public interactions to present forest information and provide for an enjoyable recreation experience. 


* Conduct trail surveys and maintenance. 


* Work with volunteers and partners for acco...