Description
AmeriCorps Field Crew Members (ages 18-25) receive on-the-job training to learn natural resources management skills and put those skills into practice completing habitat restoration projects throughout the Midwest. Crews complete natural resource conservation projects such as tree planting, exotic species management, trail construction, stream bank stabilization, prescribed burning, wildland fire fighting and emergency response. Crew Members also get the chance to work alongside conservation professionals and explore career options within the environmental field.
This is a full-time commitment for a year-long AmeriCorps service term. The Crew Member will receive a monthly stipend and an education award upon successful completion of the term that may be used for education expenses or to repay qualified student loans.
JOB DETAILS:
-- AmeriCorps service position (ages 18-25)
-- Term: May 29 – December 15, 2018
-- Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Thursday, 7:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. typical. In some locations, hours vary significantly and overnight camping is often required 4-12 days at a time.
-- Stipend: $1355/mo
-- Education award: $2907 upon successful completion of term
LOCATIONS: Housing is not provided by the Corps. Member must secure their own housing near service location.
-- Northwest Minnesota: Brainerd, Fergus Falls
-- Northeast Minnesota: Moose Lake, Grand Rapids
-- Central Minnesota: St. Paul, Hanover, Plymouth, Andover, Carver
-- South Minnesota: Mankato, Rochester
-- Iowa: Ames, Des Moines, Council Bluffs
QUALIFICATIONS:
-- Ability to work well with others in a team setting.
-- Strong desire to learn new skills.
-- Positive attitude and interest in service and community work.
-- Dedication to complete full term of AmeriCorps service.
REQUIREMENTS:
-- 18-25 years old.
-- Flexible schedule to accommodate week-long out of town assignments and emergency response.
-- Must successfully pass medical review process.
-- Full term of service must be completed in order to receive the education award.
BENEFITS:
-- Monthly stipend
-- Education award upon successful completion of term
-- Health insurance
-- Student loan forbearance during service term
-- Skills training and job experience
DEADLINE: May 11, 2018
Early application encouraged. Limited spots available; if spots fill, application may close early.
Questions? Contact Megan Zeiher, Recruitment Coordinator
recruit@conservationcorps.org or 651-209-9900 x35
AmeriCorps Field Crew Members (ages 18-25) receive on-the-job training to learn natural resources management skills and put those skills into practice completing habitat restoration projects throughout the Midwest. Crews complete natural resource conservation projects such as tree planting, exotic species management, trail construction, stream bank stabilization, prescribed burning, wildland fire fighting and emergency response. Crew Members also get the chance to work alongside conservation professionals and explore career options within the environmental field.
This is a full-time commitment for a year-long AmeriCorps service term. The Crew Member will receive a monthly stipend and an education award upon successful completion of the term that may be used for education expenses or to repay qualified student loans.
JOB DETAILS:
-- AmeriCorps service position (ages 18-25)
-- Term: May 29 – December 15, 2018
-- Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Thursday, 7:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. typical. In some locations, hours vary significantly and overnight camping is often required 4-12 days at a time.
-- Stipend: $1355/mo
-- Education award: $2907 upon successful completion of term
LOCATIONS: Housing is not provided by the Corps. Member must secure their own housing near service location.
-- Northwest Minnesota: Brainerd, Fergus Falls
-- Northeast Minnesota: Moose Lake, Grand Rapids
-- Central Minnesota: St. Paul, Hanover, Plymouth, Andover, Carver
-- South Minnesota: Mankato, Rochester
-- Iowa: Ames, Des Moines, Council Bluffs
QUALIFICATIONS:
-- Ability to work well with others in a team setting.
-- Strong desire to learn new skills.
-- Positive attitude and interest in service and community work.
-- Dedication to complete full term of AmeriCorps service.
REQUIREMENTS:
-- 18-25 years old.
-- Flexible schedule to accommodate week-long out of town assignments and emergency response.
-- Must successfully pass medical review process.
-- Full term of service must be completed in order to receive the education award.
BENEFITS:
-- Monthly stipend
-- Education award upon successful completion of term
-- Health insurance
-- Student loan forbearance during service term
-- Skills training and job experience
DEADLINE: May 11, 2018
Early application encouraged. Limited spots available; if spots fill, application may close early.
Questions? Contact Megan Zeiher, Recruitment Coordinator
recruit@conservationcorps.org or 651-209-9900 x35
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Living Allowance
$1355
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$1355 monthly
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Stipend, Training
Education Requirements
GED
Desired Languages
English
Other Conditions
Subject to criminal background check
Age Requirement
18 - 25