Position Summary
The Huron Shores Ranger District Recreation Technicians will work to support the Huron Shores Ranger District Recreation Department on the Huron-Manistee National Forests. Located in the northeastern lower Peninsula of Michigan on the shores of Lake Huron in Oscoda, MI, the Huron Shores Ranger District operates a busy recreation program that manages over 30 popular recreation sites that include River Road National Scenic Byway, Lumberman’s Monument Visitor’s Center, many developed campgrounds and day use sites, 102 AuSable River Backcountry Campsites, a busy dispersed camping program and several hundreds of miles of both motorized and non-motorized trails. This position will work to support the developed recreation program by performing daily and deferred facility maintenance at multiple recreation sites. Technicians may also interact with Forest Visitors to provide education and guidance about the local area as well as Forest regulations. This position is heavily motorized and applicants should be able to operate full-sized pick-up trucks and be able to pull a trailer. Additionally, power tools such as brushers, riding lawnmowers, and chainsaws are used, and applicants should be able to learn the safe operations of power tools.
Location
Oscoda, MI
Schedule
May 11, 2026 – August 2, 2026
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Recreation site operations and maintenance, public interaction – general maintenance, fee collections, trash pick-up and restroom cleaning (60%) Trail maintenance – brushing out trails, installing new signs (10%) Special project negotiated with supervisor (20%) Support other District Program areas (10%)
Marginal Duties
Lawn care; landscaping; project planning; public outreach
Required Qualifications
Valid State Driver’s License
This SCA Position is authorized under the Public Land Corps Authority. All participants must be between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive, or veterans age 35 or younger. Participants must also be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States. Hours served can be applied toward the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority.
Preferred Qualifications
Communication skills; working well as a team
Hours
40 per week
Living Accommodations
Fully furnished 2 bedroom apartment. Utilities included. Internet and cable are available at tenant’s expense. Access to shared laundry facility (no charge). Apartment is on site and you can walk to work. All kitchen items, cooking utensils provided. Please bring personal items, food, bedding and towels.
Compensation
$500/week Living Allowance; $1,100 Travel Allowance, paid once with first paycheck; Housing on-site
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Personal Vehicle Information
Recommended
Additional Benefits
Defensive Drive Training
First Aid/CPR
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.
