Rock Creek Fellow

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Organization

Rock Creek Conservancy

Job Posted

April 22, 2022

Job Category

Job Type

Remote

No

Location

Washington, DC
United States
Rock Creek Fellows will host weekly volunteer events at designated sites in Rock Creek Park, including invasive removal or litter cleanups. The fellows will support restoration efforts in Rock Creek Park, at Trail 9, Broad Branch, and Fort Slocum. They will also host community engagement activities at those sites and support our Summer in the Parks series.

Summary

Title: Rock Creek Fellow (6 Positions)

Reports to: Community Engagement Coordinator

Type: Part-time, Seasonal; Fellows will work 10-30 hours per week

Location: Each fellow will primarily work at a field site in Rock Creek (national) Park:

  • Trail 9
  • Broad Branch
  • Fort Slocum Park

Dates: Fellows may begin their service on May 17 or June 14 and will serve nine weeks; Average 20-25 hours per week (flexible schedule between 10 and 30 hours/week)

Our Mission: Rock Creek Conservancy’s mission is to restore Rock Creek and its parklands as a natural oasis for all people to appreciate and protect. 

Responsibilities:

  • Host weekly volunteer events at designated sites in Rock Creek Park, including invasive removal and litter cleanups
  • Host or support weekly community engagement activities at designated work sites, supporting the development of community connections to Rock Creek Park
  • Build strong relationships for the Conservancy with local communities to empower community members to take appropriate stewardship actions following event participation by building strong community relations
  • Collect and maintain data relating to restoration and community engagement work completed
  • Other duties as assigned

Desired Skills and Expertise:

  • High school diploma or equivalent certification
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Experience coordinating groups of people
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work outdoors in challenging weather conditions
  • Ability to travel efficiently to work in the field with equipment in many places throughout Rock Creek Park 
  • Ability to complete Weed Warrior and Stream Team Leader training (provided during fellowship)

How to apply:

To apply, send a resume and cover letter to info@rockcreekconservancy.org. In your application, please note your desired number of hours per week and desired work area if you have one. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis after April 25. The pay rate for this position is $18/hour. Rock Creek Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer.