Community Engagement Coordinator

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Organization

Middlebury Area Land Trust

Job Posted

June 5, 2023

Job status

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Job Duration

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Careers

Contact Name

Simon Schreier

Contact Email

simon@maltvt.org

Contact Phone

8023881007

Deadline to Apply

Location

Middlebury, VT
United States
Join a passionate team connecting people with the Champlain Valley! A typical day at MALT is what many people dream of doing on the weekend. You’ll serve with volunteers maintaining the 19-mile Trail Around Middlebury, with views of mountains in every direction. Then you’ll hunt for salamanders, teach orienteering, and play games outside with campers all afternoon. You’ll grow as a coordinator, communicator, and environmental steward. Join a vibrant community of nature lovers and protectors.

Summary

This position is part of the Vermont Housing & Conservation Board AmeriCorps (VHCB AmeriCorps).  The VHCB AmeriCorps program supports the innovative dual-goal approach to creating stable affordable housing opportunities for Vermont residents while preserving the natural and working landscape.  VHCB AmeriCorps is a national service program that places members with non-profit housing or land and energy conservation organizations around the state. 

The Middlebury Area Land Trust (MALT) works with our community to conserve natural and productive landscapes, and to enhance scenic, recreational, and educational opportunities. Based in Middlebury, VT and serving Addison County, this AmeriCorps Member position will maintain and protect 3,700+ acres of conserved lands and 30 miles of public recreation trails. The member will inspire and foster a strong environmental ethic through environmental education for youth and adults while inspiring responsible outdoor recreation. This position is an ideal fit for someone seeking experience with all facets of a land trust, including conservation, education, communication, and volunteer engagement.

To Apply: https://vhcb.org/our-programs/vhcb-americorps/positions  

For questions about this position or to send additional materials: 

Simon Schreier, 646.662.5829, simon@maltvt.org 

Compensation Information

This position is Full Time: Requires 1,720 hours for an average of 40 hours per week for 47 weeks.   Member will receive a living allowance of $25,500 (pre-tax), and an education award of $6,895 (pre-tax) upon successful completion of service.   

Other benefits include health insurance, federal school loan forbearance, and various training and networking opportunities.