Individual Placement- Recreation Program at Crooked Creek Lake,

Position Summary 

Crooked Creek Lake, located near Ford City, Pennsylvania, is a 350-acre reservoir managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). Its primary goal, established with its completion in 1940, is flood control for the Allegheny River basin, having prevented significant flood damage throughout its history. The project also serves to enhance water quality and provides diverse recreational opportunities, including fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, camping, and disc golf. Interns will focus on environmental education, natural resource management, and supporting recreational activities such as swimming, boating, and camping to ensure a positive visitor experience. They also work in partnerships with other agencies to support conservation efforts.

 

Location 

Ford City, PA

 

Schedule 

May 11, 2026 - August 28, 2026

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities 

• Support the operation and maintenance of flood control facilities
• Support public recreational activities
• Protect and preserve natural resources
• Assist with a variety of routine trade duties for the maintenance and operation of project facilities, including landscaping, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and masonry
• Use a variety of tools and equipment common to the trades listed above
• Safely operate, control, and clean heavy power equipment and tools
• Complete assignments that involve multiple tasks or processes
• Follow directions and sequences to complete tasks

 

Marginal Duties 

Assist with campground maintenance.

 

Required Qualifications 

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license
• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have the ability to effectively speak, read, and write in English
• Must have the ability to work outdoors and lift up to 40 pounds
• Must wear SCA provided attire while on duty.

 

Preferred Qualifications 

Public service experience;
Natural resource management experience.

 

Hours 

40 per week

 

Living Accommodations 

Housing not provided.

 

Compensation  

Living Allowance: $350/week; Housing Allowance: $800/month (4 payments); Commuting Allowance: $75/week; up to $650 in reimbursable expenses for relocation

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. 

 

Personal Vehicle Information

Recommended

 

Additional Benefits 

Defensive Driving Training
Interpretive Skills
Off-Road Vehicle Safety
AmeriCorps: Not Eligible

 

Equal Opportunity Statement 

The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.