Deadline: Mon, 10/24/2022 - 12:00pm Employer: Maine Conservation Corps General Position Description Environmental Stewards Job Field: Fisheries Wildlife Job Type: Full Time Location: Maine Location Detail: Augusta Job Description: Description of Duties: · Participate in MCC and AmeriCorps orientations, training, events, and conferences · Assist with pre-approved and allowable fundraising activities · Engage in volunteer management activities including: o Recruiting volunteers o Promoting and leading volunteer events o Collecting and submitting Volunteer Assignment Agreements to MCC o Implementing the Essential Volunteer Management Practices and Volunteer Management Action Plan · Complete ongoing assignments and required tasks, including job readiness training, construction of member portfolios, weekly timesheets, and quarterly reports. · Participate in a Site Visit with MCC staff · Maintain regular communication with MCC, including checking email no less than weekly · Participate in mid-term and end-of-term evaluations with the Host Site Supervisor · Adhere to the MCC code of conduct, safety rules and guidelines, drug-free workplace, and other policies outlined in the MCC Handbook and AmeriCorps Member Agreement · Represent MCC and host site in a professional and supportive manner to the public and media Essential Functions: · Ability to communicate clearly and effectively · Demonstrates good judgment and professionalism · Demonstrates initiative, reliability, and flexibility · Ability to serve both independently and as part of a team · Ability to manage time effectively and produce quality results with attention to detail · Demonstrates a desire to learn, serve others, and make a difference Service Conditions: · Service involves frequent communication with multiple parties, and may include electronic, telephonic, and/or in-person communication · Service conditions vary by site, but all Environmental Stewards should expect a portion of service, if not most to be outdoors Qualifications: · High School diploma or equivalent · Must be at least 18 years old · Must be a US Citizen · Must agree to a criminal history check · All positions at State sites require a valid driver’s license with a good 5-year driving record · Passion for community service and the environment · Commitment to complete the full term of service · Skills, experience, and education requirements vary by site Miscellaneous: Service Term Dates: June 5 – November 17, 2023 Volunteer Engagement The Environmental Steward will utilize the Essential Volunteer Management Practices to improve the site’s volunteer program. The MCC ES will also recruit and promote volunteer opportunities from the local community, businesses, and social organizations to accomplish trail projects. The MCC will assist members in identifying potential outreach opportunities, best approaches, and promotion of events to increase volunteerism at the Host Site by using the Essential Volunteer Management Practices. The ES will improve the sustainability of the overall volunteer program. Benefits: · Weekly living allowance of $375 (before taxes) for 24 weeks · AmeriCorps Education Award of $3,247.50 · Health insurance, if eligible · Certifications in the National Incident Management System, some members will also receive MCC Chainsaw Safety Certification · Conferences such as the Maine AmeriCorps Member Conference · Networking opportunities · Maine State Park Pass · Some members may also be eligible for student loan forbearance and childcare reimbursement · A small number of Host Sites also offer housing as part of their position How to Apply: To Apply: Go to our website to complete an online application, and email a copy of your resume and a cover letter to conservation.corps@maine.gov. You will then be contacted with further instructions. If you have any questions, please direct those to the email above as well.
