Get Ready For Your Season

Congrats! We are so excited to work with you.

Bookmark this page. It’s got all the info you need to prep for your season at VYCC.

  1. Read the “Welcome to VYCC!” section below. It will guide you through the hiring paperwork fun times!
  2. Next, scroll down this page to find your Crew position title. You will only need to fill out paperwork and read the info for your specific position.
  3. Questions? Email onboarding@vycc.org and our friendly staff will help you out!

A high five from our Executive Directors, Breck and Leah!

“VYCC is far more than a job….it’s a great adventure, a challenge that sparks growth and discovery, and a true opportunity to make the world a better place. Great things lie ahead and we’re thrilled to have you on our team.”

Read more of Leah and Breck’s Welcome and Congratulations Letter.

 

Where do I find my paperwork? 

Right here!

We’re here to save the planet, together! Let’s save the trees and have you fill out your hiring forms and surveys online, as well as get you all the details on your crew right here online.

#LetsDigIn:

  1. Scroll down this page and find your crew position, click on the position title and you’ll find all you need to know in two lists!
  2. The first list are REQUIRED PDF FORMS AND SURVEYS you can fill out on a computer/online. Forms: Fill them out, save them, and upload them to your secure DropBox link. Surveys: click the link, answer, and submit.
  3. The second list of PDFs are for you to READ AND KEEP/BOOKMARK. It is info to get you pumped, keep you safe, and know what we expect of every Corps Member.
  4. Please note that there are important deadlines for this paperwork noted in your crew position section.

See this document for a list of acceptable forms of ID for I-9 and AmeriCorps documentation

New to PDFs? Not tech savvy? We got you!

How to fill out and save a PDF:

A PDF is a form you can fill out on a computer, save, and then email. Here’s how:

  • Click and open the document. Do not start filling it out yet! 
  • Download/save the file: “Save as,” label it your first name and your last name, save to the computer (in a spot you can find easily). Example “InspectorGadget_W4” or “InspectorGadget_AHSForm”.
  • Open the saved PDF and fill it out.
  • Repeat for all forms that need to be filled out and returned. Then electronically submit them via your Drop Box link (we will provide this link in your initial onboarding email).

How do I upload my documents to DropBox?

Click here for a Step By Step Guide to Using DropBox  to see what it looks like and what to expect.

Having trouble?

  • PDF not working? Try updating your Adobe Acrobat (it is free): https://get.adobe.com/reader/
  • If you can’t download, print, or fill out PDFs please call or email, us and we can print the forms off for you to complete on your first day!
  • Having issues with DropBox, Adobe, Something not working? Get in touch with our staff.
    • Email: onboarding@vycc.org
    • Call: 802-434-3969 ex. 200

We’re excited to meet you this season! 

Gear Assistance Program

Open to all Corps Members to support the purchase of shoes, rain jackets, and work pants 

On all of our Crews, there are a few pieces of personal gear that help keep you comfortable and safe so you can do your best work. 

There is financial assistance available for support in purchasing some pieces of gear: 

  • Footwear: all leather boots for Conservation Crews, sturdy sneakers for Farm Crews 
  • Rain jacket (Conservation Crew only) 
  • Long Pants 
  • Socks  

Click Gear Assistance Program  or email recruitment@vycc.org to learn more!

We are so excited to have you as one of our Conservation Crew Leaders! Let’s get your hiring forms and info completed and get you on a crew! See further down for more specific crew info (i.e. Camping, Day, and Pro Crew info)

Crew Leader Hiring Forms

Paperwork MUST be filled out and submitted electronically on DropBox. Contact kay.ardel@vycc.org with any questions.

Click on each form name to access

Crew Leader Info (for you to keep/bookmark) 

Useful and IMPORTANT things for you to know and have, such as gear lists, job descriptions, and more.

Mailing Address: 

Family and friends can send you mail while you are in the field. We deliver mail out to the crews each week. Please have your mail sent to: 

VYCC
c/o your name and crew name (if you know it)
1949 East Main St
Richmond, VT 05477 

 

Getting to campus: 

Your Crew training will start and end at 1949 E Main Street, Richmond VT. 

If you need assistance getting to or from the airport, please communicate that to your hiring manager after you’ve accepted your position so we can make arrangements. 

 

Please amke sure that you have proper forms of ID with you prior to arrival/your first day.

Paperwork MUST be filled out and submitted electronically on DropBox. Contact kay.ardel@vycc.org with any questions.

We are so excited to have you as one of our AmeriCorps Conservation Crew Members ! Let’s get your hiring forms and info completed and get you on a crew!

Conservation A*C Crew Member Hiring Forms

Paperwork MUST be filled out and submitted electronically on DropBox. Contact caitlin.perrier@vycc.org with any questions.

Click on each form name to access

Having trouble with the forms or documents? See the WELCOME AND HOW TO USE THIS PAGE section for help.

Conservation A*C Crew Member Info (for you to keep/bookmark) 

Useful and IMPORTANT things for you to know and have, such as gear lists, job descriptions, and more.

Paperwork MUST be filled out and submitted electronically on DropBox. Contact caitlin.perrier@vycc.org with any questions.

Mailing Address: 

Family and friends can send you mail while you are in the field. We deliver mail out to the crews each week. Please have your mail sent to: 

VYCC
c/o your name and crew name (if you know it)
1949 East Main St
Richmond, VT 05477 

 

Getting to campus: 

Your Crew training will start and end at 1949 E Main Street, Richmond VT. 

If you need assistance getting to or from the airport, please communicate that to your hiring manager after you’ve accepted your position so we can make arrangements. 

We are so excited to have you as one of our Conservation Crew Members! Let’s get your hiring forms and info completed and get you on a crew! See further down for more specific crew info (i.e. Youth, and Pro Crew info)

 Conservation Crew Member Hiring Forms 

Paperwork MUST be filled out and submitted electronically on DropBox. Contact kay.ardel@vycc.org with any questions.

Youth Crews: Please note if you are under the age of 18, you need to have a Parent/Guardian fill out the FOUR surveys with you.

Click on each form name to access

Having trouble with the forms or documents? See the WELCOME AND HOW TO USE THIS PAGE section for help.

Conservation Youth Crew Member Info (for you to keep/bookmark) 

Useful and IMPORTANT things for you to know and have, such as gear lists, job descriptions, and more.

Paperwork MUST be filled out and submitted electronically on DropBox. Contact kay.ardel@vycc.org with any questions.

Logistical Info about workday, schedule and transportation

We are so excited to have you as one of our Farm Youth Crew Members! Let’s get your hiring forms and info completed and get you on a crew! 

 Farm Youth Crew Member Hiring Forms

Paperwork MUST be filled out and submitted electronically on DropBox. Contact kay.ardel@vycc.org with any questions.

Please note if you are under the age of 18, you need to have a Parent/Guardian fill out the FOUR surveys with you.

Click on each form name to access

Having trouble with the forms or documents? See the WELCOME AND HOW TO USE THIS PAGE section for help.

Farm Youth Crew Member Info (for you to keep/bookmark) 

Useful and IMPORTANT things for you to know and have, such as gear lists, job descriptions, and more.

  • Corps Member Handbook 2023
  • Farm Gear List Day Crew
  • I9 ID requirements – Make sure you have the correct ID’s! You will need to bring these with you to your first day!
  • 2023 Youth Crew Member Position Description

Paperwork MUST be filled out and submitted electronically on DropBox. Contact kay.ardel@vycc.org with any questions.

Logistical Info about workday, schedule and transportation

We are so excited to have you as one of our AmeriCorps Farm Crew Leaders! Let’s get your hiring forms and info completed and get you on a crew!

See further down for position specific information (Residential, Non-Residential, Assistant Crew Leaders)

AmeriCorps Farm Crew Leader Hiring Forms

Paperwork MUST be filled out and submitted electronically on DropBox. Contact caitlin.perrier@vycc.org with any questions.

Click on each form name to access

Having trouble with the forms or documents? See the WELCOME AND HOW TO USE THIS PAGE section for help.

Farm Crew Leader Info (for you to keep/bookmark) 

Useful and IMPORTANT things for you to know and have, such as gear lists, job descriptions, and more.

Paperwork MUST be filled out and submitted electronically on DropBox. Contact caitlin.perrier@vycc.org with any questions.

We are so excited to have you as one of our AmeriCorps Farm Crew Members! Let’s get your hiring forms and info completed and get you on a crew!

AmeriCorps Farm Crew Member Hiring Forms

Paperwork MUST be filled out and submitted electronically on DropBox. Contact caitlin.perrier@vycc.org with any questions.

Click on each form name to access

Having trouble with the forms or documents? See the WELCOME AND HOW TO USE THIS PAGE section for help.

AmeriCorps Farm Crew Leader Info (for you to keep/bookmark) 

Useful and IMPORTANT things for you to know and have, such as gear lists, job descriptions, and more.

Paperwork MUST be filled out and submitted electronically on DropBox. Contact caitlin.perrier@vycc.org with any questions.