{"id":56284,"date":"2025-08-13T15:21:50","date_gmt":"2025-08-13T22:21:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/?p=56284"},"modified":"2025-08-13T15:21:50","modified_gmt":"2025-08-13T22:21:50","slug":"jobs-several-americorps-positions-pierce-conservation-district","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/jobs-several-americorps-positions-pierce-conservation-district\/","title":{"rendered":"Jobs: Several AmeriCorps Positions, Pierce Conservation District"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <img src=\"https:\/\/piercecd.org\/ImageRepository\/Document?documentID=2920\" alt=\"Website Logo Text 3 573x109 72 ppi-01\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/piercecd.org\/Jobs.aspx\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong>Job Postings<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">Jos Postings:<\/h2>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse;width: 100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%\">\n<h2 class=\"withSocial\" style=\"text-align: center\">AmeriCorps &#8211; Farm and Habitat Specialist<\/h2>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"isPasted\"><strong>Nature &amp; Purpose of the Position<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The Farm and Habitat AmeriCorps Member will support our farm planning and agriculture assistance program by assisting with farmer outreach, support, and education activities. They will also support our habitat improvement program by assisting with a wide range of restoration projects and activities. This position is intended to have a split focus between our farm and habitat programs with the goal of acquiring a diverse set of skills and experiences. It will include both field and office tasks, involve serving in both teams and independently, and will involve various activities and tasks within Pierce Conservation District.<\/p>\n<p>The ideal candidate will have knowledge of diversified agroecosystems, crop and livestock production operations, Puget Sound ecosystems and plant communities, an enthusiasm for riparian restoration, and a highly motivated work ethic. This position provides an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience supporting local food systems, methods for maintaining riparian and floodplain restoration sites, native and invasive plant management, and public engagement through volunteer events and outreach.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>About Pierce Conservation District<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Pierce Conservation District (PCD) is government that works. We work strategically and passionately to conserve and restore the natural resources of Pierce County. Our work improves both rural and urban communities to benefit the health and well-being of our citizens. We work in six core program areas: Water Quality, Farm Planning &amp; Agricultural Assistance, Habitat Improvement, Urban Agriculture, Climate Resiliency, and Environmental Education. PCD works for clean water, healthy soil, salmon recovery, and local food access for all. When you join the PCD team, you join a team of talented and committed people who are mission-driven and care deeply about improving our environment and our community.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Primary Job Responsibilities\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The\u00a0Farm and Habitat AmeriCorps Member\u00a0will work directly with the Habitat Restoration Manager and Crop and Livestock Farm Program Managers to fulfill project needs. Specific responsibilities are expected to include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Assisting with site maintenance, site preparation, and planning habitat restoration and on-farm projects<\/li>\n<li>Coordinating and assisting volunteer events and outreach tasks<\/li>\n<li>Assisting with the implementation of PCD\u2019s monitoring protocols<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Qualifications<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>We are seeking a high-achieving, hard-working, self-motivating individual who is committed to protecting Pierce County\u2019s natural resources. \u00a0Candidates will have a general understanding of agroecosystems, crop and livestock production operations, Puget Sound ecosystems and riparian\/floodplain environments of the Pacific Northwest.<\/p>\n<p>Attention to detail, an ability to clearly communicate thoughts and ideas, and an ability to work both independently and as part of a team are critical to this position. Additionally, candidates for this position should have:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience in crop and livestock production systems<\/li>\n<li>Experience in ecological restoration<\/li>\n<li>An understanding of Microsoft Office products and functions of Microsoft Excel<\/li>\n<li>Plant identification experience<\/li>\n<li>A positive and enthusiastic attitude\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Desired Skills<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Applicants with the following skills and experience are likely to be more competitive in the candidate selection process:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Previous experience or coursework in sustainable agriculture<\/li>\n<li>Previous experience or coursework related to ecological restoration in the Puget Sound region<\/li>\n<li>Previous experience leading or coordinating volunteer events<\/li>\n<li>Ability to identify native and invasive plant species of the Pacific Northwest<\/li>\n<li>Experience operating power tools such as brush cutters and mowers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Physical Requirements and Working Conditions<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>A large portion of duties related to this position will be in field environments. Field tasks take place in all types of weather conditions and may require performing tasks for up to 8 hours a day. This position requires the ability to walk long distances, maneuver in uneven or difficult terrain, carry heavy loads (up to 50 lbs), perform duties safely in and near water, maintain productivity with exposure to vexatious insects and\/or other environmental stressors, and exercise good judgement in terms of personal and team safety in field conditions. This position may require application of herbicide under supervision of a licensed applicator and adhering to best management practices to control invasive weeds.<\/p>\n<p>The position will be 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with occasional work occurring on weekends.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Licenses, Certificates &amp; Other Requirements<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Valid Washington State driver&#8217;s license at time of appointment with maintenance thereafter, or evidence of equivalent mobility.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Compensation, Benefits<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>&amp; Additional Information<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li id=\"isPasted\">Monthly stipend of\u00a0$2,438.10\u00a0before deductions and withholdings<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nationalservice.gov\/programs\/americorps\/segal-americorps-education-award\/using-your-segal-education-award\">Education award<\/a>\u00a0upon completion of service that can be used for future schooling or to pay off existing qualified student loan debt (upon successful completion of the service term,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalservice.gov\/programs\/americorps\/segal-americorps-education-award\/tax-implications\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">subject to federal tax<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Workers compensation coverage<\/li>\n<li>Assistance with childcare costs<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nationalservice.gov\/programs\/americorps\/segal-americorps-education-award\/using-your-segal-education-award\/postponing\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Forbearance\u00a0<\/a>(temporarily postponing paying off a loan) of qualified student loans during the service term<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nationalservice.gov\/programs\/americorps\/segal-americorps-education-award\/using-your-segal-education-award\/postponing\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Payment of interest<\/a>\u00a0on qualified student loans that accrued during the service term (paid after successful completion of service term)<\/li>\n<li>Serving in a full-time AmeriCorps position qualifies as &#8220;employment&#8221; towards the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/studentloanhero.com\/featured\/public-service-loan-forgiveness-do-you-qualify\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Public Service Loan Forgiveness program<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Paid ORCA card<\/li>\n<li>Access to fresh fruits and vegetables during the growing season<\/li>\n<li>Leadership, project management, and natural resource training<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>To Apply:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><br \/>Application must be submitted via the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/my.americorps.gov\/mp\/listing\/viewListing.do?id=118901\">Washington Service Corps website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, send a cover letter and resume to\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:AlisonN@piercecd.org\"><strong>AlisonN@piercecd.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><br \/>\u00a0Applications Open Until:\u00a0<\/strong>Position is filled<strong><br \/>\u00a0Projected Start Date:\u00a0<\/strong>September &#8211; October 2025<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Contact Information:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Alison Nichols, Crop Farm Specialist<br \/>(253) 325-2918<br \/><a href=\"mailto:AlisonN@piercecd.org\"><strong>AlisonN@piercecd.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%\">\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"withSocial\" style=\"text-align: center\">AmeriCorps &#8211; Green Tacoma Partnership Habitat Stewardship Technician<\/h2>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p id=\"isPasted\"><strong>Pierce Conservation District is looking for an AmeriCorps member to serve as Green Tacoma Partnership Habitat Stewardship Technician from September 2025 through July 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Nature &amp; Purpose of the Position<\/h2>\n<p>The Green Tacoma Partnership is seeking a passionate and dedicated Habitat Stewardship Technician to join our team. This position will support our Habitat Stewardship Program through a variety of tasks including habitat restoration, data management, leading volunteer events, and engaging in community outreach efforts. The Habitat Stewardship Technician sits within a team of PCD staff and partners that utilize restoration as a tool for climate resiliency, connection, and environmental care. This role works directly with community members to inspire stewardship and create positive impact in open spaces throughout the City of Tacoma.<\/p>\n<h2>About Pierce Conservation District<\/h2>\n<p>Pierce Conservation District is government that works. We work strategically, diligently, and passionately to conserve and restore the natural resources of Pierce County. Our work improves both rural and urban communities to benefit the health and well-being of our citizens. We work in six core program areas: Farm Assistance, Water Quality Improvement, Habitat Restoration, Urban Agriculture, Environmental Education and Climate Resiliency. The District works for clean water, healthy soil, salmon recovery and local food access for all. When you join the Pierce Conservation District staff, you join a team of talented and committed men and women who are mission-driven and care deeply about improving our environment and our community.<\/p>\n<h2>Primary Job Responsibilities<\/h2>\n<h3>Project Management\/Program Support:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Organize and lead engaging volunteer events across Tacoma that bolster community and environmental care\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Responsible for administrative work associated with volunteer work parties; this includes professional and polite email correspondence, updating shared calendars, and data management\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Develop an annual restoration work plan and actively manage habitat restoration at a local site\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Develop outreach materials and promote the Habitat Stewardship Program, Green Tacoma Partnership and volunteer events<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Professional Development:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Research and attend trainings to further personal professional development<\/li>\n<li>Participate in PCD\u2019s AmeriCorps Leadership Development program<\/li>\n<li>Attend meetings as a representative of the District and network with environmental community<\/li>\n<li>Other tasks to be assigned based on Member\u2019s interest<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Qualifications<\/h2>\n<h3>Required:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Excellent organization, including event and meeting planning and facilitation, data tracking, and report writing\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Self-starter with the ability to work independently, multitask, and manage multiple priorities\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills; comfortable presenting in front of community members via workshops, leading work parties, and networking events\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Strong attention to detail and excellent Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills\u00a0<\/li>\n<li id=\"isPasted\">Committed to equity and dedicated to environmental justice\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Availability for evenings and weekends<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Preferred:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Knowledge of Pierce County area and community<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of habitat restoration practices<\/li>\n<li>A people-person, a provider of excellent customer service to community members\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Ability to prioritize tasks appropriately and remain flexible with shifting priorities\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Skilled in social media use<\/li>\n<li>Curious and embrace a growth mindset; not afraid to make suggestions, ask questions, and have challenging conversations\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Friendly, outgoing, have a good sense of humor, and able to work both collaboratively and independently<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\u00a0<\/h2>\n<h2>Compensation &amp; Benefits<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li id=\"isPasted\">Monthly stipend of\u00a0$2,438.10\u00a0before deductions and withholdings<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.americorps.gov\/members-volunteers\/segal-americorps-education-award\">Education award<\/a>\u00a0upon completion of service that can be used for future schooling or to pay off existing qualified student loan debt (upon successful completion of the service term, subject to federal tax)<\/li>\n<li>Workers compensation coverage<\/li>\n<li>Assistance with childcare costs<\/li>\n<li>Forbearance (temporarily postponing paying off a loan) of qualified student loans during the service term<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nationalservice.gov\/programs\/americorps\/segal-americorps-education-award\/using-your-segal-education-award\/postponing\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Payment of interest<\/a>\u00a0on qualified student loans that accrued during the service term (paid after successful completion of service term)<\/li>\n<li>Serving in a full-time AmeriCorps position qualifies as &#8220;employment&#8221; towards the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/studentloanhero.com\/featured\/public-service-loan-forgiveness-do-you-qualify\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Public Service Loan Forgiveness program<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Paid ORCA card<\/li>\n<li>Access to fresh fruits and vegetables during the growing season<\/li>\n<li>Leadership, project management, and natural resource training<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Apply<\/h2>\n<p>Open until filled,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/forms.zohopublic.com\/pierceconservationdistrict\/form\/HabitatStewardshipTechnicianApplicantForm\/formperma\/vsub9zXzlzgVRw7yEGD0jN7CwDrocluR4L7P0h0sS4M\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">apply online<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.zohopublic.com\/pierceconservationdistrict\/form\/HabitatStewardshipTechnicianApplicantForm\/formperma\/vsub9zXzlzgVRw7yEGD0jN7CwDrocluR4L7P0h0sS4M\">Apply<\/a><\/div>\n<p><br \/>If selected an\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/my.americorps.gov\/mp\/listing\/viewListing.do?id=126829\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">additional application<\/a>\u00a0must be submitted via the Washington Service Corps (WSC) website.<\/p>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/my.americorps.gov\/mp\/listing\/viewListing.do?id=126829\">WSC Application<\/a><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"isPasted\">Contact Information<\/h2>\n<p>Jess Chandler<br \/><em>Green Tacoma Partnership Program Manager<\/em><br \/><a href=\"mailto:JessC@piercecd.org\">JessC@piercecd.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%\">\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"withSocial\" style=\"text-align: center\">AmeriCorps &#8211; Harvest Pierce County<\/h2>\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Pierce Conservation District is looking for an AmeriCorps member to serve as a Harvest Pierce County Program Specialist from September 2025 through July 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>About Pierce Conservation District<\/h2>\n<p>The Pierce Conservation District works with local landowners and public agencies to conserve natural resources that are essential to both our economy and our region\u2019s quality of life. Our collaborative efforts with citizen volunteers to create a just food system, improve water quality, promote sustainable agriculture, and recover wildlife habitat, are the heart of our mission. Harvest Pierce County is the Urban Agriculture wing of Pierce Conservation District. With a focus on justice, connection, and equity, Harvest Pierce County&#8217;s vision is that our region has a thriving community engaged in a just and healthy food system. This is accomplished through reconnecting communities to each other and their food systems through gardening, gleaning, and educating Pierce County about their food and food systems.<\/p>\n<h2>Role Overview<\/h2>\n<p>This project will leverage the support of an AmeriCorps member to expand on Harvest Pierce County programs and provide education as it relates to urban agriculture and equitable food access. This position will support our Gleaning program, working to provide hands-on educational opportunities to volunteers, as well as managing volunteers on both fruit tree and farm gleans. The AmeriCorps Service Member will also help support community events such as our annual Seed Swap and Community Garden Networking events that occur periodically throughout the growing season, typically starting in June. They will provide technical assistance to staff in helping facilitate our Edible Gardens Workshop Series. Events, outreach, and workshops often occur on weekday nights or weekend days. Outreach events often entail the recruitment of volunteers, and support our community engagement efforts to share our programming with broader audiences, including our ongoing efforts to reach more diverse communities. Additionally, an AmeriCorps service member will be working closely with our staff members to support our annual Native Plant Sale from tracking pre-sale orders, to assisting crews to pack 40,000 native plants into individual orders.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>At Harvest Pierce County, we strongly value diversity of perspective, life experience, and identity, and are dedicated to the goal of building a diverse and pluralistic team. We strongly encourage applications from minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ+ and other underrepresented groups.<\/p>\n<h2>Qualifications &amp; Experience<\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Required:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Interest in fruit trees, urban gardening, and the urban food system<\/li>\n<li>Ability to work outside and lead work parties of volunteers<\/li>\n<li>Comfortable with Microsoft Office and its applications<\/li>\n<li>Self-starter, ability to work well independently<\/li>\n<li>Comfortable talking with strangers and groups<\/li>\n<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills<\/li>\n<li>Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of and passion for environmental issues<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Preferred:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1-2 years of experience in volunteer management, community education, or similar programming<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of Pierce County area and community<\/li>\n<li>Experience with horticulture, agricultural or fruit tree care<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Compensation<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li id=\"isPasted\">Monthly stipend of\u00a0$2,438.10\u00a0before deductions and withholdings<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.americorps.gov\/members-volunteers\/segal-americorps-education-award\">Education award<\/a>\u00a0upon completion of service that can be used for future schooling or to pay off existing qualified student loan debt (upon successful completion of the service term, subject to federal tax)<\/li>\n<li>Workers compensation coverage<\/li>\n<li>Assistance with childcare costs<\/li>\n<li>Forbearance (temporarily postponing paying off a loan) of qualified student loans during the service term<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nationalservice.gov\/programs\/americorps\/segal-americorps-education-award\/using-your-segal-education-award\/postponing\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Payment of interest<\/a>\u00a0on qualified student loans that accrued during the service term (paid after successful completion of service term)<\/li>\n<li>Serving in a full-time AmeriCorps position qualifies as &#8220;employment&#8221; towards the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/studentloanhero.com\/featured\/public-service-loan-forgiveness-do-you-qualify\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Public Service Loan Forgiveness program<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Paid ORCA card<\/li>\n<li>Access to fresh fruits and vegetables during the growing season<\/li>\n<li>Leadership, project management, and natural resource training<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>HOW TO APPLY<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Deadline:\u00a0<\/strong>Open until filled<br \/><br \/><strong>Apply\u00a0at:<\/strong>\u00a0<a id=\"isPasted\" href=\"https:\/\/zfrmz.com\/hNWCfkVwgwDeiLrYmjR8\" data-fr-linked=\"true\">https:\/\/zfrmz.com\/hNWCfkVwgwDeiLrYmjR8<\/a><\/p>\n<p id=\"isPasted\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/zfrmz.com\/hNWCfkVwgwDeiLrYmjR8\">Apply<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span id=\"isPasted\"><strong>Application will also require applying to WSC:\u00a0<a id=\"isPasted\" href=\"https:\/\/my.americorps.gov\/mp\/listing\/viewListing.do?id=72477\">https:\/\/my.americorps.gov\/mp\/listing\/viewListing.do?id=72477<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%\">\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"withSocial\" style=\"text-align: center\">AmeriCorps &#8211; Harvest Pierce County Farm Program<\/h2>\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Pierce Conservation District is looking for an AmeriCorps member to serve as a Harvest Pierce County program specialist from October 2025 through July 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW<\/h2>\n<p>The Pierce Conservation District works with local landowners and public agencies to conserve natural resources that are essential to both our economy and our region\u2019s quality of life. Our collaborative efforts with citizen volunteers to create a just food system, improve water quality, promote sustainable agriculture, and recover wildlife habitat, are the heart of our mission. Harvest Pierce County is the Urban Agriculture wing of Pierce Conservation District. With a focus on justice, connection, and equity, Harvest Pierce County&#8217;s vision is that our region has a thriving community engaged in a just and healthy food system. This is accomplished through reconnecting communities to each other and their food systems through gardening, gleaning, and educating Pierce County about their food and food systems.<\/p>\n<p><br \/>\u00a0ROLE OVERVIEW<\/p>\n<p><span id=\"isPasted\">This position will serve as a part of our Harvest Pierce County Farm team &#8211; training the next generation of farmers to create a just and healthy food system. They will lead and coordinate educational opportunities to teach new farmers about sustainable farming practices. Also, the member will help with community engagement efforts to share this information with broader audiences, as well as our ongoing efforts to reach more diverse communities.<\/span>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>At Harvest Pierce County, we strongly value diversity of perspective, life experience, and identity, and are dedicated to the goal of building a diverse and pluralistic team. We strongly encourage applications from minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ+ and other underrepresented groups.<\/p>\n<h2>QUALIFICATIONS &amp; EXPERIENCE<\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Required:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Interest in farming and the food system<\/li>\n<li>Ability to work outside and lead work parties of volunteers<\/li>\n<li>Comfortable with Microsoft office and its applications<\/li>\n<li>Self-starter, ability to work well independently<\/li>\n<li>Comfortable talking with strangers and groups<\/li>\n<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills<\/li>\n<li>Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of and passion for environmental issues<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Preferred:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1-2 years of experience in agriculture, volunteer management, community education, or similar programming<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of Pierce County area and community<\/li>\n<li>Experience with horticulture, vegetable farming,\u00a0and\/or sustainable land management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>COMPENSATION<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li id=\"isPasted\">Monthly stipend of\u00a0$2,438.10\u00a0before deductions and withholdings<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.americorps.gov\/members-volunteers\/segal-americorps-education-award\">Education award<\/a>\u00a0upon completion of service that can be used for future schooling or to pay off existing qualified student loan debt (upon successful completion of the service term, subject to federal tax)<\/li>\n<li>Workers compensation coverage<\/li>\n<li>Assistance with childcare costs<\/li>\n<li>Forbearance (temporarily postponing paying off a loan) of qualified student loans during the service term<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nationalservice.gov\/programs\/americorps\/segal-americorps-education-award\/using-your-segal-education-award\/postponing\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Payment of interest<\/a>\u00a0on qualified student loans that accrued during the service term (paid after successful completion of service term)<\/li>\n<li>Serving in a full-time AmeriCorps position qualifies as &#8220;employment&#8221; towards the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/studentloanhero.com\/featured\/public-service-loan-forgiveness-do-you-qualify\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Public Service Loan Forgiveness program<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Paid ORCA card<\/li>\n<li>Access to fresh fruits and vegetables during the growing season<\/li>\n<li>Leadership, project management, and natural resource training<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>HOW TO APPLY<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Deadline:\u00a0<\/strong>Open until filled<br \/><br \/><strong>Apply\u00a0at:<\/strong>\u00a0<a id=\"isPasted\" href=\"https:\/\/zfrmz.com\/myXkUJ0l6oK94s5Vv0SO\" data-fr-linked=\"true\">https:\/\/zfrmz.com\/myXkUJ0l6oK94s5Vv0SO<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span id=\"isPasted\"><strong>Application will also require applying to WSC:\u00a0<a id=\"isPasted\" href=\"https:\/\/my.americorps.gov\/mp\/listing\/viewListing.do?id=126976\">https:\/\/my.americorps.gov\/mp\/listing\/viewListing.do?id=126976<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>To learn more about the Pierce Conservation District and Harvest Pierce County, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.piercecd.org\/\">www.piercecd.org<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"isPasted\">Contact Information<\/h2>\n<p>Erica Hernandez<br \/><em>Harvest Pierce County Program Manager<\/em><br \/><a href=\"mailto:ericah@piercecd.org\">EricaH@piercecd.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%\">\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"withSocial\" style=\"text-align: center\">AmeriCorps &#8211; Outreach Coordinator<\/h2>\n<h2>Nature and Purpose of the Position<\/h2>\n<p>Pierce Conservation District is seeking an Outreach Coordinator to help support one of the most diverse and rapidly growing networks of volunteers in the Puget Sound region and bolster the outreach efforts of District. Pierce Conservation District works with 2,500+ volunteers a year and continues to grow this passionate base of support. This position will help the District continue to reach new audiences through outreach content development, assisting with educational workshops, and supporting data collection that can help communicate the effectiveness of our work.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The ideal candidate will have a passion for engaging people in conservation efforts, care about equitably delivering services to broad audiences, and have a desire to learn and practice the skills needed to pursue a successful career in communications.<\/p>\n<h2>About Pierce Conservation District<\/h2>\n<p>Pierce Conservation District is government that works. We work strategically and passionately to conserve and restore the natural resources of Pierce County. Our work improves both rural and urban communities to benefit the health and well-being of our citizens. We work in five core program areas: Water Quality Improvement, Farm Assistance, Habitat Restoration, Urban Agriculture, and Environmental Education. The District works for clean water, healthy soil, salmon recovery, and local food access for all. When you join the Pierce Conservation District staff, you join a team of talented and committed people who are mission-driven and care deeply about improving our environment and our community.<\/p>\n<h3>Primary Job Responsibilities<\/h3>\n<p>The Outreach Coordinator reports to the Communications and Community Engagement Manager, and is responsible for the following:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Providing support for habitat and water quality restoration work parties.<\/li>\n<li>Recruiting and communicating with volunteers for habitat restoration work parties.<\/li>\n<li>Assist with planning and execution of major community events.<\/li>\n<li>Represent the District at general outreach events.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Secondary Job Responsibilities \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Contribute to general District outreach materials such as website blog, outreach mailers, and social media posting.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Assist the Communications Team with video projects as needed and publish workshop recordings on the website. \u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Provide assistance at smaller-scale virtual and in-person events and workshops, such as school field trips and farm tours.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Assist with other projects according to need or interest.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Professional Development<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Research and attend trainings to further personal professional development.<\/li>\n<li>Participate in PCD\u2019s AmeriCorps Leadership Development seminar program.<\/li>\n<li>Attend meetings as a representative of the District and network with the environmental community.<\/li>\n<li>Other tasks assigned based on Member\u2019s interest.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Qualifications<\/h2>\n<p>We\u2019re seeking candidates who excel in\u00a0<strong>relationship-building, collaboration<\/strong>, and\u00a0<strong>staying organized<\/strong>. You should have:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A track record of developing and maintaining strong working relationships with or among a diverse group of volunteers.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Experience conducting social media campaigns, or a desire to learn about communication campaigns.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Familiarity with or desire to learn communication software programs such as: Canva, Adobe products, and Customer Relationship Management systems.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li id=\"isPasted\">Detail-oriented, excellent organization, time management, and task prioritization abilities.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Excellent written and oral communication skills.<\/li>\n<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office\/Office 365 suite of software programs.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Flexible schedule and ability to work some evenings and weekends. \u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Commitment to and passion for locally led conservation and community improvement.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Desired Skills<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Knowledge of the Pierce County area and the communities within.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Experience with graphic design, social media, and\/or video editing. \u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Being a natural conversationalist who likes talking to people.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Experience conducting outreach to diverse communities.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>A good eye for design and\/or ability to write engagingly for the public.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"isPasted\">Licenses, Certificates &amp; Other Requirements<\/h3>\n<p>Valid Washington State driver&#8217;s license at time of appointment with maintenance thereafter, or evidence of equivalent mobility.<\/p>\n<h2>Physical Requirements and Working Conditions<\/h2>\n<p>Office and outdoor environment, occasional travel to a variety of locations to conduct work and may be exposed to typical hazards encountered at such work sites. This is a full-time position consisting of 40 hours\/week. The position will require some work on Saturdays or after regularly scheduled work hours.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2>Compensation &amp; Benefits<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Monthly stipend of\u00a0<span id=\"isPasted\">$2,438.10<\/span>\u00a0before deductions and withholdings<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nationalservice.gov\/programs\/americorps\/segal-americorps-education-award\/using-your-segal-education-award\">Education award<\/a>\u00a0upon completion of service that can be used for future schooling or to pay off existing qualified student loan debt (upon successful completion of the service term,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalservice.gov\/programs\/americorps\/segal-americorps-education-award\/tax-implications\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">subject to federal tax<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Workers compensation coverage<\/li>\n<li>Assistance with childcare costs<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nationalservice.gov\/programs\/americorps\/segal-americorps-education-award\/using-your-segal-education-award\/postponing\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Forbearance\u00a0<\/a>(temporarily postponing paying off a loan) of qualified student loans during the service term<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nationalservice.gov\/programs\/americorps\/segal-americorps-education-award\/using-your-segal-education-award\/postponing\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Payment of interest<\/a>\u00a0on qualified student loans that accrued during the service term (paid after successful completion of service term)<\/li>\n<li>Serving in a full-time AmeriCorps position qualifies as &#8220;employment&#8221; towards the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/studentloanhero.com\/featured\/public-service-loan-forgiveness-do-you-qualify\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Public Service Loan Forgiveness program<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Paid ORCA card<\/li>\n<li>Access to fresh fruits and vegetables during the growing season<\/li>\n<li>Leadership, project management, and natural resource training<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>To Apply<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Send a cover letter and resume to Gracie DeMeo,<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:gracied@piercecd.org\" data-fr-linked=\"true\">gracied@piercecd.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Applicants will also need to apply on the My AmeriCorps portal:<\/p>\n<p><strong><br \/><a id=\"isPasted\" href=\"https:\/\/my.americorps.gov\/mp\/listing\/viewListing.do?id=120314\">Apply<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Position open until filled.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Projected Start Date<\/h3>\n<p>September 02, 2025<\/p>\n<h3>Contact Information<\/h3>\n<p>Gracie DeMeo<br \/><em>Communications and Community Engagement Manager<br \/><\/em>253-325-3722<br \/><a href=\"mailto:gracied@piercecd.org\">gracied@piercecd.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%\">\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"withSocial\" style=\"text-align: center\">AmeriCorps &#8211; Water Quality Specialist 1<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Pierce Conservation District is looking for an AmeriCorps member to serve as Water Quality Specialist 1 from September 2025 through July 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Nature &amp; Purpose of the Position<\/h2>\n<p>The Green Puyallup Partnership is seeking a passionate and dedicated Habitat Stewardship Specialist to join our team. This position will support our Habitat Stewardship Program through a variety of tasks including habitat restoration, data management, organizing workshops and trainings, and engaging in community outreach efforts. Additionally, the specialist will assist with project-based water quality monitoring activities.<\/p>\n<h2>About Pierce Conservation District<\/h2>\n<p>Pierce Conservation District is government that works. We work strategically, diligently, and passionately to conserve and restore the natural resources of Pierce County. Our work improves both rural and urban communities to benefit the health and well-being of our citizens. We work in six core program areas: Farm Assistance, Water Quality Improvement, Habitat Restoration, Urban Agriculture, Environmental Education and Climate Resiliency. The District works for clean water, healthy soil, salmon recovery and local food access for all. When you join the Pierce Conservation District staff, you join a team of talented and committed men and women who are mission-driven and care deeply about improving our environment and our community.<\/p>\n<h2>Primary Job Responsibilities<\/h2>\n<h3>Project Management\/Capacity Building:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Develop work plan and actively manage habitat restoration at a local site<\/li>\n<li>Support stream restoration activities and manage volunteers<\/li>\n<li>Develop outreach materials and promote educational workshops<\/li>\n<li>Assist water quality monitoring projects<\/li>\n<li>Water quality data entry and analysis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Professional Development:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Research and attend trainings to further personal professional development<\/li>\n<li>Participate in PCD\u2019s AmeriCorps Leadership Development program<\/li>\n<li>Attend meetings as a representative of the District and network with environmental community<\/li>\n<li>Other tasks to be assigned based on Member\u2019s interest<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\u00a0<\/h2>\n<h2>Qualifications<\/h2>\n<h3>Required:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities<\/li>\n<li>Excellent organization, including event and meeting planning and facilitation, data tracking, and report writing<\/li>\n<li>Self-starter, effectively plans own schedule, and ability to work well independently with guidance<\/li>\n<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills; comfortable presenting in front of community members via workshops, leading work parties, and networking events<\/li>\n<li>Ability to understand and communicate on a variety of natural resource topics<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of and passion for environmental issues<\/li>\n<li>Strong attention to detail and excellent Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills<\/li>\n<li>Availability for evenings and weekends<\/li>\n<li>Vehicle and valid driver\u2019s license<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Preferred:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Knowledge of Pierce County area and community<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of habitat restoration practices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\u00a0<\/h2>\n<h2>Compensation &amp; Benefits<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li id=\"isPasted\">Monthly stipend of\u00a0$2,438.10\u00a0before deductions and withholdings<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.americorps.gov\/members-volunteers\/segal-americorps-education-award\">Education award<\/a>\u00a0upon completion of service that can be used for future schooling or to pay off existing qualified student loan debt (upon successful completion of the service term, subject to federal tax)<\/li>\n<li>Workers compensation coverage<\/li>\n<li>Assistance with childcare costs<\/li>\n<li>Forbearance (temporarily postponing paying off a loan) of qualified student loans during the service term<\/li>\n<li>Payment of interest on qualified student loans that accrued during the service term (paid after successful completion of service term)<\/li>\n<li>Serving in a full-time AmeriCorps position qualifies as &#8220;employment&#8221; towards the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/studentloanhero.com\/featured\/public-service-loan-forgiveness-do-you-qualify\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Public Service Loan Forgiveness program<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Paid ORCA card<\/li>\n<li>Access to fresh fruits and vegetables during the growing season<\/li>\n<li>Leadership, project management, and natural resource training<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Apply<\/h2>\n<p>Open until filled,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/forms.zohopublic.com\/pierceconservationdistrict\/form\/WaterQualitySpecialist1AmeriCorps\/formperma\/87_3c6_xsNRo_gU-99uLWnLoLhhBn2mrgjqA8QJfM2E\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">apply online<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.zohopublic.com\/pierceconservationdistrict\/form\/WaterQualitySpecialist1AmeriCorps\/formperma\/87_3c6_xsNRo_gU-99uLWnLoLhhBn2mrgjqA8QJfM2E\">Apply<\/a><\/div>\n<p><br \/>If selected an\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/my.americorps.gov\/mp\/listing\/viewListing.do?id=112393\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">additional application<\/a>\u00a0must be submitted via the Washington Service Corps (WSC) website.<\/p>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/my.americorps.gov\/mp\/listing\/viewListing.do?id=112393\">WSC Application<\/a><br \/><br \/><br \/><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"isPasted\">Contact Information<\/h2>\n<p>Bryan Mohlman<br \/><em>Habitat Stewardship Program Manager<\/em><br \/><a href=\"mailto:bryanm@piercecd.org\">bryanm@piercecd.org<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">\u00a0<\/h2>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":10410,"featured_media":34097,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mi_skip_tracking":false,"_s2mail":"yes"},"categories":[15],"tags":[17,2295,999,1206,2744,33,271,1289,690,1133],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/56284"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10410"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=56284"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/56284\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":56285,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/56284\/revisions\/56285"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/34097"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=56284"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=56284"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=56284"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}