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Salary– Stipend
Responsibilities and Duties
- Assist in planning and volunteer coordination of community and volunteer stewardship work parties, community science projects, nature walks and other community events
- Assist with recruitment and coordination of volunteers for Skagit Land Trust events and work parties and maintain database of volunteer hours
- Attend work parties and assist in stewardship activities
- Document work parties and other events through video and photographs
- Update and maintain the Trust’s photo library
- Assist with promotion and execution of events through the use of print materials, social media, enews, and the Trust website
- Write social media and website content emphasizing volunteer and educational opportunities
- Assist with development and design of the Trust’s newsletter
- Assist Education and Volunteer Program Coordinator with development and implementation of Conservation Classroom activities for K-12 students, as well as coordinate youth field trips and service projects
- Assist in developing educational events for diverse audiences to increase community awareness of Trust properties open to the public
- Other tasks as directed by supervisor
Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years old at time of enrollment
- Must reside in Washington State at time of enrollment
- Must be able to provide own transportation (mileage will be reimbursed)
- Must be willing to commit to 40 hours per week for the entire duration of the placement
- Interest and/or education related to ecology or environmental studies and/or non-profit communication.
- Interest and experience coordinating outdoor volunteer activities or training volunteers
- Skills with Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Experience with graphics programs such as Adobe Suite and Canva
- Experience taking and editing photos and short video in the field
- Experience with email programs such as MailChimp and social media sites
- Excellent organizational skills and communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Must be comfortable serving in the outdoors in inclement weather
Pay: Monthly stipend of $2066.86 through AmeriCorps program
Duration: September 1, 2022 – July 15, 2023