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Community Outreach Corpsmember

Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa
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The AmeriCorps Community Outreach Corpsmember (ages 18-25) will assist the University of Minnesota Extension Regional Sustainable Development Partnership (RSDP) in the Natural Resources Focus Area. Projects will link University of Minnesota Extension educators and RSDP partners to help communities develop climate resiliency strategies. The member will attend meetings in person or by conference call with natural resources work groups and assist in gathering information through interviews, online media and peer reviewed journals.

JOB DETAILS:
• Location: Crookston, MN
• AmeriCorps service position (ages 18-25 preferred)
• Term dates: January 15 – December 13, 2018
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. typical. Some evening and weekend hours may be required.
• Stipend: $1690/mo
• Education award: $5815 upon successful completion of term

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Previous experience, college coursework and/or degree in environmental education, communication, conservation education, or a relevant field.
• Working knowledge of the ecology of Minnesota’s biomes and Minnesota basins and watersheds.
• Active interest in climate science and climate adaptation strategies.
• Ability to communicate effectively in electronic, written and oral media.
• Experience using social media for communications and outreach.
• Desktop publishing and photography skills.

REQUIREMENTS:
• 18-25 years old.
• Full term of service must be completed in order to receive the education award.

PERKS:
• Gain valuable job 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: October 13, 2017

Questions? Contact Megan Zeiher, Recruitment Coordinator
recruit@conservationcorps.org or 651-209-9900 x35