Moab Conservation and Sustainability VISTA Specialist

Organization

City of Moab

Job Posted

October 31, 2024

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Job Duration

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Remote

No

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Deadline to Apply

Location

217 E Center Street
Moab, UT
United States
Make the City of Moab more sustainable! This VISTA will work on nature-based solutions in the red rock desert of southern Utah, as well as efficiency, renewable energy, dark skies, and waste reduction.

Summary

The City of Moab seeks a VISTA member to coordinate and deliver programming related to utility use efficiency, dark skies, clean energy, waste management, urban forestry, and green stormwater infrastructure. The VISTA will contribute to creating an equitable, resilient, and sustainable future by enabling residents of Moab to access resources to reduce utility consumption, minimize waste, and reduce the associated costs. This, in effect, contributes to making housing more affordable while simultaneously contributing to a healthier environment.

The ideal candidate will have ideas and drive to move Moab’s initiatives forward. Research skills and creativity will empower the VISTA to design successful water and energy conservation programs. The ability to work independently and in teams will help the VISTA transition from designing programs to collaborating with representatives from the City, local extension services, and other partners to implement them. Additionally, communication skills and creativity will contribute to producing educational materials and interfacing with the community at events. Moab is at the beginning of the long road toward sustainability. The VISTA will find an abundance of opportunities and local partners to implement these programs and build capacity, so these programs continue.

Compensation Information

Program Compensation & Benefits :

  • VISTA members serving in Grand County, earn a living allowance of $957.46 per pay period (approximately $24,890 for the year).
  • After completing the year of service, members are eligible to receive the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award OR the VISTA end-of-service cash stipend. The value of the education award is $7,395. The value of the end-of-year cash stipend is approximately $1,800.
  • Other benefits: Relocation Allowance, Training
  • For information on VISTA benefits, visit: https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits