Education and Outreach Technician

As an AmeriCorps and Washington Service Corps member with Palouse Conservation District, you will gain valuable hands-on experience in environmental education and community outreach while making a positive impact on our local environment. Join our dedicated team and contribute to fostering conservation efforts in the Palouse region of Eastern Washington.

Position responsibilities:

• Deliver educational programming through hands-on lessons to students in classroom and outdoor settings
• Conduct outreach efforts to engage the public in natural resource and agricultural issues
• Coordinate volunteer opportunities and manage volunteer participation in conservation activities
• Assist in implementing conservation practices with local volunteer groups and student organizations

Position Details:

This is a full-time 1700-hour AmeriCorps position under the Washington Service Corps (WSC), spanning 10.5 months. Some evening and weekend hours are required. $2,438 monthly stipend. Education award upon successful completion of service.

Start Date: Sept 2025
End Date: July 2026

​Required Qualifications:

• Ability to present effectively in front of groups and work with youth of all ages
• Capability to lift up to 40 lbs and work outdoors in varying weather conditions and over uneven terrain
• Positive attitude, initiative, motivation, and a self-starter mentality
• Experience and/or education relating to agriculture, natural resources, and education is valuable, but not required.

Application Instructions: Please apply by visiting www.PalouseCD.org/employment. 

Position is open until filled. Application review and interviews to begin in July. Contact Elizabeth at ElizabethS@PalouseCD.org or (509) 553-1846 with any questions.