Deadline: Sat, 07/15/2023 - 12:00pm Employer: Wisconsin Woodland Owners Association Job Field: Forestry Job Type: Seasonal, Temporary, Internship Location: Wisconsin Location Detail: Stevens Point, WI Job Description: WWOA, a nonprofit organization, works with Wisconsin’s private woodland owners to provide educational opportunities and resources regarding sustainable woodland and related natural resource management. WWOA publishes a quarterly magazine and weekly email messages, maintains a website and Facebook pages, and hosts chapter field days, regional winter workshops, and statewide conferences for woodland owners. The Volunteer Coordinator will work with WWOA staff to help build volunteer capacity by managing our volunteer program. Position includes contacting potential volunteers, promoting volunteer opportunities, placement and training of volunteers who help WWOA accomplish our mission. If you are enthusiastic, have an interest in the environment and enjoy working with people – we hope to hear from you! Qualifications: Volunteer Wisconsin AmeriCorps member positions must be willing to serve for the full duration of the term of service (1700 hours minimum), averaging approximately 35- 40 hours a week. Position runs from September 2023 - August 2024 Members must also be able to handle the financial commitment made by accepting the position. Applicants must be 21 years of age Possess at least a high school diploma or GED/HSED Agree to criminal background checks and Department of Motor Vehicles check. Miscellaneous: Preferred skills include Interest in natural resources, working with landowners, ability to work independently Good people skills Good writing skills Knowledge of Microsoft Suite and Word Press software is helpful. Prefer technical school or college degree. Salary: Estimated living stipend of $21,500 Benefits: Earn a $6,895 Segal Education Award for loan repayment or future education Health, vision, and dental care coverage provided Qualified student loan and interest forbearance if requested and term of service is completed Childcare help if needed Free service gear Trainings opportunities Gain valuable work and life experience in the natural resource field Serve your community and country How to Apply: Send your resume or AmeriCorps application via email to wwoa@uwsp.edu BY JULY 15, 2023. Learn more about WWOA at wisconsinwoodlands.org. For more information about AmeriCorps service visit www.nationalservice.gov.
