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AmeriCorps Position: Stewardship AmeriCorps Member
The Stewardship AmeriCorps member supports environmental stewardship by organizing volunteer work parties on Trust conservation areas, completing individual stewardship projects and by supporting independent volunteers’ work.
Skagit Land Trust seeks a Stewardship AmeriCorps Member to increase community stewardship of conservation areas, particularly by and engaging volunteers for work parties, and the recruitment and orientation of volunteers to complete independent projects on Trust conservation areas. Through educating the community about the importance of conservation and inviting volunteers to steward Trust lands, this position expands Trust capacity to improve the condition of at-risk ecosystems and protect wildlife, agricultural and forest lands, and other critical natural areas in Skagit County. SLT’s Volunteer recruitment and community engagement efforts will focus on the inclusion of the wide range of people who live and work in Skagit County.
The AmeriCorps Member will assist the Community Engagement Member to increase community awareness of Trust volunteer opportunities. With staff guidance, the Member will coordinate a wide variety of stewardship field work for volunteers and will also assist stewardship projects such as monitoring properties, controlling invasive species and connecting with conservation area visitors. The Member should expect to spend at least 60% of their time serving out in the field.
Applicants should have a strong interest in environmental studies or science as well as community engagement in the stewardship of Trust lands. They should be organized, ready to lead volunteers with varied backgrounds, comfortable serving outside in the elements, and able to serve independently as well as in a team. This position is contingent on funding.
Pay: Monthly stipend of $2276.19 through AmeriCorps program. Member Equity Enhancement available to eligible member-applicants.
Duration: September 1, 2024 – July 15, 2025
Typical workweek: Monday through Friday, with regular Saturday work when needed. 40 hours.
Benefits: Health Insurance provided by AmeriCorps program. After completing 1700 hours of service an education award of $6,895 is available from AmeriCorps. Other benefits through AmeriCorps include assistance with childcare costs and student loan forbearance. Washington Service Corps provides support to Members in other ways. See here for more information.
Requirements:
Responsibilities and Duties:
The Stewardship AmeriCorps Member will support the Stewardship Director and Stewardship Coordinator but will also enhance the activities of the Development and Outreach Department and will often work in tandem with the Community Engagement AmeriCorps.
This service opportunity will provide an AmeriCorps Member with ample opportunity to develop skills necessary to achieve success in careers involving stewardship and community engagement. Further training and professional development opportunities may be tailored to the interests and abilities of the AmeriCorps Member.
To Apply:
Apply through AmeriCorps website: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=82946
Or send resume, cover letter and three professional references to
Stacy Dahl, Volunteer and Education Programs Coordinator
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, with interviews taking place until placement is filled.
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