Trail Crew Leader

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Benefits:

In addition to working in a beautiful, natural setting, participants will receive uniform t-shirts, First Aid training, and worker's compensation coverage. Pay is $18.00/ hr. Crew members will receive 4 hours environmental and life skills education each week and upon completion of the program there will be a recreational trip.

Requirements:

Applicants must be able to lift 25 lbs and perform a range of physical duties. Must be willing to work safely as part of a team and respect others. Must enjoy working outdoors and getting their hands dirty. Must be willing to work under a variety of weather conditions, including rain and buggy heat. Must have a strong commitment to complete the program. No use of tobacco or illegal substances will be permitted.

Must be authorized to work in the United States. Dubuque County does not sponsor work visas or provide immigration sponsorship. Minimum Qualifications Applicants must be able to lift 25 lbs and perform a range of physical duties. Must be willing to work safely as part of a team and respect others. Must enjoy working outdoors and getting their hands dirty. Must be willing to work under a variety of weather conditions, including rain and buggy heat. Must have a strong commitment to complete the program. No use of tobacco or illegal substances will be permitted. Must be authorized to work in the United States. Dubuque County does not sponsor work visas or provide immigration sponsorship. Supplemental Information In addition to working in a beautiful, natural setting, participants will receive uniform t-shirts, First Aid training, and worker's compensation coverage. Pay is $18.00/ hr. Crew members will receive 4 hours environmental and life skills education each week and upon completion of the program there will be a recreational trip. EOE/ADA Statement Dubuque County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Dubuque County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. This position is not eligible for benefits. Employer Dubuque County Address 720 Central Ave Dubuque, Iowa, 52001 Phone 563-589-4441 Website http://www.dubuquecountyiowa.gov Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email Job Opportunities Account Privacy Policy Terms Of Use Your Privacy Choices Accessibility Statement Copyright © 2026 Do not sell my personal information × For California residents, and to the extent NEOGOV sells your personal information as the term "sell" is defined under the California Consumer Privacy Act, you have the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information by us to third parties at any time. This setting only applies to registered account holders that have opted-in for an Access Membership. If you wish to opt-out click follow these steps: Log into your Job Seeker Profile Click your name in the upper right-hand corner Select Account Settings Select the Preferences section Click the Edit button next to Access Membership Switch Toggle to off Click Save If you do not have a registered account this setting does not apply, however, you can review your right on our privacy policy . If you require further assistance, please email privacy@neogov.com × Accessibility Statement At Governmentjobs.com, Inc. d/b/a NEOGOV, we recognize the importance of making our products and services accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities, and are continually working to improve the experience for all users. Commitment to Accessibility We are committed to following best practices, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, to the extent feasible, however, we do not warrant compliance with these standards or any other accessibility standards. We are continually enhancing our platforms to ensure greater accessibility, and we actively seek out opportunities to improve accessibility features. Ongoing Enhancements Accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we are regularly updating our technology, services, and content to address accessibility barriers. Our team is dedicated to identifying areas for improvement and making enhancements that allow all users, regardless of their abilities, to fully engage with our services. Feedback and Assistance We value feedback from our users. If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our services or have suggestions on how we can improve, please reach out to us at accessibility@neogov.com. We will make every effort to resolve any concerns and consider alternative options where possible. Thank you for choosing NEOGOV. We remain dedicated to improving accessibility and creating an inclusive experience for all. Job Opportunities Job Opportunities Menu Close Menu Job Opportunities Job Opportunities Class Specifications Job Categories Help & Support SOCIAL Facebook LinkedIn