Description
Looking to build your field skills and get leadership experience? Apply to be a Field Specialist!
The AmeriCorps Field Specialist (ages 18-25 preferred) provides training, education and leadership to AmeriCorps Crew Members and Leaders, ensuring projects are completed in an efficient, safe and consistent manner. The Field Specialist will assist with natural and cultural resource management activities and work closely with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to plan, prepare, implement and monitor natural resource projects.
JOB DETAILS:
-- Location: Grand Rapids or Two Harbors, MN
-- AmeriCorps service position (ages 18-25 preferred)
-- Term dates: ASAP – December 21, 2018
-- Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Thursday, 10 hrs/day
-- Stipend: $1990/mo
-- Education award: $5815 upon successful completion of term
JOB DUTIES:
-- Coordinate field crews and assist on technical projects as needed. When not on a crew-based project, complete projects independently or with other DNR staff.
-- Coordinate between project hosts and crews. Maintain equipment, conduct repairs and inventory.
-- Provide educational, technical and safety training for district corpsmembers.
-- Ensure AmeriCorps field members are familiar with safety practices and precautions. Develop emergency response plans for each project and conduct safety site inspections and shop safety audits.
QUALIFICATIONS:
-- Working knowledge of conservation project management from a variety of disciplines.
-- Experience with hand and power tools, tree felling and chainsaw operations, construction and mechanical skills, prescribed burning and wildland firefighting.
-- Previous experience in a leadership role, including coordinating and implementing trainings.
-- Effective communication skills.
REQUIREMENTS:
-- Red card certification (S-130/S-190, IS-100 & IS-700)
-- Current First Aid/CPR certificate.
-- Valid driver’s license and safe driving record (no major moving violations or DUIs in the past five years).
-- Flexible schedule to accommodate week-long out-of-town projects and emergency response.
-- Ability to perform the Essential Service Functions 40 hours per week, including long (10 hr) days of physically demanding outdoor work.
-- Full term of service must be completed in order to receive the education award.
PERKS:
-- Learn valuable job and leadership skills applicable to any career
-- Earn an AmeriCorps education award for school expenses or to pay off qualified student loans
-- Learn about current environmental issues and network with natural resource professionals
-- Get field experience and gain natural resource management skills
For more details and a complete list of qualifications and requirements, please visit our application page.
APPLY ONLINE: conservationcorps.org/apply
DEADLINE: March 23, 2018
Questions? Contact Megan Zeiher, Recruitment Coordinator
recruit@conservationcorps.org or 651-209-9900 x35
Looking to build your field skills and get leadership experience? Apply to be a Field Specialist!
The AmeriCorps Field Specialist (ages 18-25 preferred) provides training, education and leadership to AmeriCorps Crew Members and Leaders, ensuring projects are completed in an efficient, safe and consistent manner. The Field Specialist will assist with natural and cultural resource management activities and work closely with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to plan, prepare, implement and monitor natural resource projects.
JOB DETAILS:
-- Location: Grand Rapids or Two Harbors, MN
-- AmeriCorps service position (ages 18-25 preferred)
-- Term dates: ASAP – December 21, 2018
-- Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Thursday, 10 hrs/day
-- Stipend: $1990/mo
-- Education award: $5815 upon successful completion of term
JOB DUTIES:
-- Coordinate field crews and assist on technical projects as needed. When not on a crew-based project, complete projects independently or with other DNR staff.
-- Coordinate between project hosts and crews. Maintain equipment, conduct repairs and inventory.
-- Provide educational, technical and safety training for district corpsmembers.
-- Ensure AmeriCorps field members are familiar with safety practices and precautions. Develop emergency response plans for each project and conduct safety site inspections and shop safety audits.
QUALIFICATIONS:
-- Working knowledge of conservation project management from a variety of disciplines.
-- Experience with hand and power tools, tree felling and chainsaw operations, construction and mechanical skills, prescribed burning and wildland firefighting.
-- Previous experience in a leadership role, including coordinating and implementing trainings.
-- Effective communication skills.
REQUIREMENTS:
-- Red card certification (S-130/S-190, IS-100 & IS-700)
-- Current First Aid/CPR certificate.
-- Valid driver’s license and safe driving record (no major moving violations or DUIs in the past five years).
-- Flexible schedule to accommodate week-long out-of-town projects and emergency response.
-- Ability to perform the Essential Service Functions 40 hours per week, including long (10 hr) days of physically demanding outdoor work.
-- Full term of service must be completed in order to receive the education award.
PERKS:
-- Learn valuable job and leadership skills applicable to any career
-- Earn an AmeriCorps education award for school expenses or to pay off qualified student loans
-- Learn about current environmental issues and network with natural resource professionals
-- Get field experience and gain natural resource management skills
For more details and a complete list of qualifications and requirements, please visit our application page.
APPLY ONLINE: conservationcorps.org/apply
DEADLINE: March 23, 2018
Questions? Contact Megan Zeiher, Recruitment Coordinator
recruit@conservationcorps.org or 651-209-9900 x35
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Living Allowance
$1990
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$1990 monthly
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Stipend, Student loan forbearance, Training
Education Requirements
Technical, Apprenticeship, Vocational
Desired Languages
English
Other Conditions
Subject to criminal background check
Age Requirement
18 - 25