MCC/AmeriCorps Environmental Stewards
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Maine Conservation Corps
The Maine Conservation Corps Environmental Steward Program provides opportunities for members to gain experience in environmental education, volunteer leadership and community service projects. The rewards are unlimited.
The mission of the MCC is to: accomplish natural resource related projects, with long term public benefit, in partnership with public and private non-profit organizations; provide job training, education and service opportunities; provide conservation education; and promote and manage volunteer opportunities related to natural resources.
An Environmental Steward serves a 1700 (11 month) or 900 hour(6 month) term with a Host Site that shares our conservation mission. As an Environmental Steward, you will bring enthusiasm, expertise and focused effort toward recruiting and working with volunteers, working with watershed organizations to monitor water quality conditions, and assisting with research and public education of environmental issues. Some positions will also be involved in implementing recreational land use plans. Environmental Stewards earn a living allowance while gaining environmental experience, receive free health insurance, receive assistance with child care costs, earn an Education Award to use toward student loans or for future college tuition, and receive ongoing training and experience networking opportunities.
Training topics can include: Volunteer Management First Aid/CPR certification OnCorps and Quarterly Reporting Watershed and BioMonitoring Trail assessment and improvement Workplace Respect Principles of Leadership Communication and Diversity GPS Data Collection and Analysis. See MCC Website for more detailed information on each position
Essential Qualifications for ALL MCC Environmental Stewards are:
High School diploma or equivalent
Must be at least 18 years old
Must be a US Citizen
Must agree to criminal and sex offender background checks
Have the ability to live and perform strenuous work under challenging conditions
Have the desire to learn, serve others, and make a difference
Ability to follow directions
Responsible and reliable
Good communication skills
Excellent work ethic
Possesses motivation and initiative
Interest in personal growth and participating in on-going training
Previous planning and fundraising experience
Experience with volunteer management
Eligibility for AmeriCorps and ability to complete term of service
All state positions require a valid driver's license with a good 5 year driving record
Currently recruiting for 1700 hour program: 1/6/2015 11/14/2015
Benefits: Living Allowance of $260.00, Training, Education award upon successful completion of service, Childcare assistance if eligible, Health Coverage.
Deadline date to apply: 11/14/2014
The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry provides equal opportunity in employment and programs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Accommodation arrangements must be requested in advance using the contact information provided.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Maine Conservation Corps
The Maine Conservation Corps Environmental Steward Program provides opportunities for members to gain experience in environmental education, volunteer leadership and community service projects. The rewards are unlimited.
The mission of the MCC is to: accomplish natural resource related projects, with long term public benefit, in partnership with public and private non-profit organizations; provide job training, education and service opportunities; provide conservation education; and promote and manage volunteer opportunities related to natural resources.
An Environmental Steward serves a 1700 (11 month) or 900 hour(6 month) term with a Host Site that shares our conservation mission. As an Environmental Steward, you will bring enthusiasm, expertise and focused effort toward recruiting and working with volunteers, working with watershed organizations to monitor water quality conditions, and assisting with research and public education of environmental issues. Some positions will also be involved in implementing recreational land use plans. Environmental Stewards earn a living allowance while gaining environmental experience, receive free health insurance, receive assistance with child care costs, earn an Education Award to use toward student loans or for future college tuition, and receive ongoing training and experience networking opportunities.
Training topics can include: Volunteer Management First Aid/CPR certification OnCorps and Quarterly Reporting Watershed and BioMonitoring Trail assessment and improvement Workplace Respect Principles of Leadership Communication and Diversity GPS Data Collection and Analysis. See MCC Website for more detailed information on each position
Essential Qualifications for ALL MCC Environmental Stewards are:
High School diploma or equivalent
Must be at least 18 years old
Must be a US Citizen
Must agree to criminal and sex offender background checks
Have the ability to live and perform strenuous work under challenging conditions
Have the desire to learn, serve others, and make a difference
Ability to follow directions
Responsible and reliable
Good communication skills
Excellent work ethic
Possesses motivation and initiative
Interest in personal growth and participating in on-going training
Previous planning and fundraising experience
Experience with volunteer management
Eligibility for AmeriCorps and ability to complete term of service
All state positions require a valid driver's license with a good 5 year driving record
Currently recruiting for 1700 hour program: 1/6/2015 11/14/2015
Benefits: Living Allowance of $260.00, Training, Education award upon successful completion of service, Childcare assistance if eligible, Health Coverage.
Deadline date to apply: 11/14/2014
The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry provides equal opportunity in employment and programs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Accommodation arrangements must be requested in advance using the contact information provided.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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