AmeriCorps positions - City of Vancouver, Washington

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Organization

City of Vancouver WA

Job Posted

August 11, 2022

Job Category

Job Type

Remote

No

Location

Vancouver, WA
United States
The City of Vancouver’s Water Resources Education Center, Urban Forestry, and Volunteer Programs are looking for their next AmeriCorps team! We are seeking enthusiastic and service-oriented individuals to serve as Environmental Education and Public Spaces Stewardship Specialists.

Summary

Public Spaces Specialist (2 positions available) 

Public Spaces Specialist positions will be based out of City Hall and support outreach, education, and volunteers while developing and supporting outreach events and volunteer opportunities. By promoting stewardship of our urban natural resources through integrated outreach, education, and support of volunteers, these positions will increase community participation in the stewardship of our community.

​​​​​​​Urban Forestry: 

Expand outreach efforts in targeted low tree canopy neighborhoods, support neighborhood tree planting projects, increase volunteer participation, and ensure tree survival after planting. Member will develop, plan, and implement inclusive workshops and volunteer events relating to trees and stewardship of our natural resources. For more information, contact Jessica George jessica.george@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-8308​​​​​​.

Volunteer and Urban Forestry:

A split position will support and lead programming related to restoring underutilized public lands through project development and volunteer support. This position will assist in planning and growing environmental restoration programs and managing volunteers.

Environmental Education Specialist (1 position available)

The Environmental Education Specialist will be based at the Water Resources Education Center and will promote stewardship of water resources and local ecosystems through the implementation of engaging K-12 field trips, outreach events, and volunteer opportunities that are inclusive and serve all members of the community. For more information, contact Suzanne Hebert, suzanne.hebert@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-7114.

How to apply:

For more details, visit the City of Vancouver website: AmeriCorps Program | City of Vancouver, Washington, USA

To apply for the Public Spaces Stewardship Specialist positions, go to the AmeriCorps page here.

To apply for the Environmental Education Specialist position, go to the AmeriCorps page here.