Friends of the Wissahickon (FOW) is seeking five Seasonal Field Crew members to assist us in regular clean-ups and general stewardship of Wissahickon Valley Park during its high-use season. This position is also responsible for providing consistent, effective outreach with park visitors at our highest-use locations by sharing FOW’s mission and responsible park use principles. This position’s primary time frame runs from late May through early September, with potential to continue to the end of October. This temporary position is primarily field-based and applicants should be comfortable with spending long periods of time outdoors in all-weather situations. Ideal candidates will have work & labor experience, are friendly and personable, can clearly communicate with the public, be highly motivated, and be able to successfully work as part of a team. Bilingual (English/Spanish) speakers preferred.
Schedule and Pay Rate: The primary term runs from late May – early September, with possible extension through October. This is primarily a Thursday-Sunday schedule, with some holidays required. Pay rate for this position is $18 per hour for 14-28 hours per week. The position begins with a mandatory multi-day training on Memorial Day weekend (May 22-25).