\nSchedule<\/strong>: Tuesday-Saturday (40-hours per week), *Requires availability for occasional evening shifts (plus a required half day on 6\/15 for mandatory AmeriCorps VISTA swearing in ceremony).<\/p>\n<\/li>\nApplication Deadline<\/strong>:\u00a0Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through May 8, 2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Stipend and Benefits: <\/b>In return for their service, AmeriCorps VISTA members receive a modest bi-weekly living allowance of $957.46 and have the option of receiving an AmeriCorps Education Award ($1,565.08) or post-service stipend ($345.80) after completing their service. Summer Associates are entitled to 3 service days of leave (plus 2 emergency leave days which would need to be made up by serving extra hours prior to end of service) in addition to receiving all holidays as observed by HCSEG. All leave must be approved by a supervisor.
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Position Duties: <\/b>Sustainable Agriculture Fellows will assist in the management of projects on HCSEG\u2019s sustainable demonstration farm, Farm at Water\u2019s Edge. Farm at Water\u2019s Edge provides free organic produce to the Hood Canal community while enhancing farmland for ecosystem health. The farm programs educate youth and adults about sustainable agriculture and the cross section of environment and human activities. Daily responsibilities will include crop production and livestock care. Fellows will facilitate community learning and engagement with farm programs such as the U-Pick garden, seed library, and P-Patch. They will lead volunteers and engage with the community through outreach events. Fellows may have opportunities to assist with garden and sustainability education through our on site summer camp program, Farm Stewards. Additionally, they may assist with riparian habitat restoration activities, including maintenance of planting sites and invasive species removals.
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