Job Type: AmeriCorps
Salary Details: $15,100 living allowance
Deadline: Jul 09, 2021

See full job details and application instructions at https://www.conservationjobboard.com/job-listing-education-and-volunteer-program-lead-ashland-oregon/1042000227

The Education and Volunteer Program Lead will contribute to the exciting work of a young non-profit organization in building, improving and developing high-quality volunteer and environmental education programs. The Program Lead will help implement curriculum, train instructors and volunteers, and coordinate Outdoor School, environmental education and volunteer programs at The Crest.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES (to include, but not limited to)

  • Develop Outdoor School (ODS) spring and fall curriculum, help with hiring of instructors, recruit schools for programs, obtain supplies and materials needed for this program, oversee programs alongside the Program Coordinator.
  • Write the monthly newsletter.
  • Develop core of the Standard Operating Procedures for current programs.
  • Assist with marketing summer day care camps as well as anticipated overnight educational camps for 2022.
  • Develop database, forms, and policies for volunteer recruitment, management, and maintenance, including risk assessment, role descriptions, and progress assessment tools.
  • Maintain database of community organizations that support and work with volunteer groups.
  • Reach out to and speak to community organizations and schools to recruit support and volunteers.
  • Develop service learning programs for students of all ages in the environmental conservation programs of The Crest.
  • Recruit and train volunteers for fundraising events to support The Crest.
  • Join the family of staff at The Crest and its site, Willow-Witt Ranch.
  • Implement and/or develop systems to inform Effective Volunteer Management Practices (EVMPs).
  • Lead current volunteer work parties focused on gardening and wetland restoration.
  • Complete and submit all necessary UCA paperwork and reports in a timely manner.
  • Attend and complete all UCA training and service requirements including orientation, trainings, team meetings, and National Days of Service (Make a Difference Day, MLK Jr. Day, and a June Service Event).
  • Wear AmeriCorps apparel and/or appropriate identifiers while performing service or attending official events.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

  • Strong IT skills, including database development and management.
  • Interest in recruiting and supporting volunteers and in community organizing/recruiting.
  • Ability to work within flexible hours.
  • Self-motivated, independent, creative worker who enjoys people, whether working with others or alone.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and professionally in writing, public speaking and personal communication.
  • Must have reliable vehicle; personal vehicle is required for service activities and mileage reimbursement is provided.
  • Must have valid driver’s license, clean driving record and ability to provide documentation.
  • 17 years of age or older, at beginning of service term.
  • U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident.
  • Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent, or commit to earning one prior to receiving an education award.
  • Ability to commit to the full term of service for which they are applying.
  • Must successfully pass a National Service Criminal History Check provided through UCAN and/or Project Host Site.
  • Regular and reliable attendance.
  • Have not previously served four terms in an AmeriCorps*State or National program. Members are only eligible for the equivalent of two full-time education awards in their lifetime. Applicants must disclose if they have ever been removed for cause from any national service program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sciences, Communications, or Education.
  • Fluency in Spanish is helpful, not necessary.
  • Experience recruiting and supporting volunteers.
  • Experience with development, management, and maintenance of database.
  • Experience and facility in public speaking.
  • Working knowledge of all social media platforms, including ability to post, boost, advertise.

BENEFITS

  • $15,100 living allowance
  • $6,345 Education Award
  • Loan Forbearance
  • Health Insurance
  • Child Care Reimbursement
  • Professional Development

HOW TO APPLY

STEP 1: Apply to United Communities AmeriCorps:

Submit AmeriCorps Application(link is external)

  • To find this position, click on “Advanced Opportunity Search” and search “UCA” in Program Name.
  • Submit application, UCA will then forward it to site supervisor for review who then waits for items in Step 2

STEP 2: Apply to Project Site Supervisor: Conducts first round interviews on a rolling basis and recommends top candidates to UCA.

Email the following items to exec@thecrestatwillowwitt.org(link sends e-mail):

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter (1 page)
  • Contact information for three references (name, title, relationship, email, & phone)