Subject: LAST MINUTE OPENING: Conservation Member-AmeriCorps
We have a last minute opportunity. If you’re interested please submit an
application HERE <http://mtcorps.org/join/conservation-intern2/>
immediately
Information is below:
GAIN PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND HELP PROTECT AND PRESERVE MONTANA’S NATURAL
HERITAGE!
Primary duties of the Montana Conservation Corps (MCC) Conservation
Member/Intern (CI) include working with the Host Site staff to complete
tasks related to natural resource projects, delivery of MCC program
components, and maintaining a positive working relationship with host sites
and the public. The CI works under the direct supervision of the Host
Site Supervisor and the Statewide Program Manager to ensure successful
completion of program objectives. The CI is an AmeriCorps Member and is
entitled to the benefit package offered to all AmeriCorps Members
Term of Service: 4/17/17-9/29/17
Living Stipend: $504 biweekly
Education Award: $1,527.45 upon successful completion of the program
Required Qualifications:
. College degree (B.A./B.S.), preferably in environment
,watershed, agriculture, or education related field.
. Effective written and oral communication skills.
. Available for duration of entire term of service;
commitment to completing term
. Valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle, ability to
pass a motor vehicle records check, US Citizenship or ability to work in the
US.
Preferred Qualifications/Experience
. Previous natural resource experience, fieldwork, data
collection & analysis or plan development.
. Previous teaching or volunteer management experience.
. Proven ability to work with a diverse group of
stakeholders.
. Strong service ethic and desire to serve the community
and the environment.
Responsibilities:
. Work with Host Site staff to develop and implement
natural resource related field projects.
. Recruit and manage volunteers on field and service
projects; ensure participant safety on all projects.
. Develop materials (brochures, posters, PowerPoint
presentations) to use in community presentations.
. Conduct community outreach to educate community
stakeholders about natural resource related issues.
. Work with schools and/or youth groups to develop field
projects or educational presentations.
. Maintain accurate personnel, safety and project
records.
. Complete and submit required program reports in a
timely manner.
Qualified individuals with disabilities and those from diverse backgrounds
are strongly encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations for
qualified individuals and are an equal opportunity employer
More Details
. There are multiple positions with the USFS, a National Monument
and a local Nonprofit
. The positions will include a lot of fieldwork (aka lots of time
outside!).
. There will also be volunteer recruitment/management, stakeholder
assessment, noxious weed mapping/ID/removal, plenty of Education and
Outreach and lots of other opportunity to explore personal/professional
interests
APPLY HERE: <http://mtcorps.org/join/conservation-intern2/>
http://mtcorps.org/join/conservation-intern2/
Bryan Wilson
Program Manager
Big Sky Watershed Corps
206 N. Grand Avenue / Bozeman, MT 59715
T: (406)-585-5913
C: 330-242-4482
Montana Conservation Corps inspires young people through hands on
conservation service to be leaders, stewards of the land and engaged
citizens who improve their communities.