Jobs With SAWS
At SAWS, we pride ourselves in being an award-winning team and outdoor leader in stewardship in our region. We strive for excellence while we take care of some of the most beautiful and iconic landscapes in the southeast. We're known for going the extra mile for visitors and wild natural resources, and we strive to create meaningful and transformative employment opportunities while we work hard to develop tomorrow's conservation workforce.
We are looking for hard-working and enthusiastic individuals who already love working and playing in the outdoors or are excited for the opportunity to get acquainted with it. If you love jaw-dropping scenic landscapes, daily adventure, the swing of an axe, data collection, connecting with others, or sitting around a warm fire after a sweaty, hard days work, you'll love a season in the wilderness with SAWS.
Reach out with any questions. We can't wait to meet you out on the trail!
Year-Round Field Crew Member: Tennessee
Start Date: Preference will be given to candidates with availability to start as soon as possible.
Position Duration: Position is year-round with funding secured through October2029, with potential to extend
Status: Regular/Full Time
Compensation: $21 per hour paid every two weeks
Position Supervisor: Field Coordiantor & Program Manager
Location: Based in Johnson City, TN
Schedule: Expectation for this position is 40 hours per week. Weekly schedule will depend on project and time of year but will include 8-day and 4-day hitches, generally camping overnight but returning home at the end of the workday when project logistics allow.
Crew Structure: 1 Crew Leader, 1 Assistant Crew Leader, 4 Crew Members
Application Deadline: Applications accepted until position is filled.
Tennessee Field Coordinator
Position Duration: Funding secured until August 2029, with potential to extend
Status: Regular/Full Time - Year-round
Compensation: $26-$27 per hr., depending on experience
Position Supervisor: TN Program Manager
Locations: Based in Johnson City, TN, with travel throughout the North Zone of the Cherokee National Forests nearby and the surrounding area for training and SAWS organized events.
Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.