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.
