AmeriCorps Science Outreach Specialist
AmeriCorps Member Position AnnouncementScience Outreach SpecialistPrimary Job Responsibilities The AmeriCorps Member will serve residents in Clark County by promoting sound agricultural, forestry, and urban stormwater practices to improve soil and water quality.
The Member will create educational outreach material, complete outreach activities, and educate communities about available resources to improve soil and water quality.
The Member will serve the agricultural and urban communities of Clark County by creating brochures and outreach material and conducting workshops to help educate residents about natural resource concerns in their counties.
The Member will work with our Habitat Program and Working Lands Program to organize educational opportunities for residents on topics including mud and manure management, water quality, livestock, native plants, stream planting, and wildlife.
They will expand our outreach by working with our highly collaborative team and partner network and will work with staff on our Poop Smart Clark marketing campaign.
We're seeking candidates who excel in relationship-building, are creative thinkers and results-oriented, have the ability to multi-task, prioritize actions, and have strong graphic design skills.
You must be able to work independently and collaboratively with others and have a service-oriented attitude.
The Member will build connections within Russian and Spanish-speaking populations.
Additionally, the Member will help identify new residents to serve through surveys, outreach, and site visits.
They will work with HOAs, local farm organizations, and urban groups to serve these communities through education on conservation programs, practices, and resources.
They will create brochures to educate about resources, healthy farms, water, and backyard practices.
Major duties include the following:
Outreach and education.
Track the behavior change of workshop participants.
Work with staff on outreach objectives of the Poop Smart Clark Program Manage the Facebook page.
Update and manage website content.
Manage a monthly newsletter.
Create digital and print outreach material, including pamphlets, workshop advertisements, and educational material for the District's website.
Develop and implement outreach objectives to promote District workshops and events.
Tabling and door-to-door outreach Maintain and develop connections with partners in the region Connect residents to available and new resources.
Track, evaluate, and report activities to demonstrate impact.
Operate standard office equipment.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Possess an associate or bachelor's degree or 1-2 years of relevant job experience.
Possess a valid driver's license.
Pass a job-related driving record check and criminal background investigation.
Preferred Qualifications Possess an associate or bachelor's degree with a major study in communications, graphic design, natural resources, environmental sciences or studies, education, marketing, or a related field.
Additional relevant job experience.
Experience with outreach, including web-based outreach.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including teaching or public presentation experience.
Graphic design experience (Adobe Creative Suite) Experience with Community Based Social Marketing Advanced desktop computer literacy and computer software skills.
Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Smartsheet, etc.
and the ability to learn new technologies to perform the functions of this position.
Skill in creating and editing polished and professional written and verbal communications and adapting written and verbal communication to a range of audiences using formal and informal methods of communication.
Experience with Squarespace, WordPress, or other website hosting platforms.
Working knowledge of email marketing management platforms (Constant Contact, MailChimp, etc.
).
Basic skill in using ArcGIS mapping software.
Desired Skills Ability to speak and write Russian Ability to speak and write Spanish Physical Requirements and Working ConditionsThe Member will have an assigned desk, telephone number, and computer at the Clark CD office.
This position involves both office and periodic fieldwork.
Regular office work includes long periods of sitting, typing, and reading from a computer screen.
It is necessary to have adequate vision and motor skills to perform the duties of the position, including hearing voice conversation and the manual dexterity to operate a computer.
You must be able to operate a motor vehicle safely.
Work may occur outside in inclement weather conditions and may require you to traverse rugged terrain.
Driving throughout the Clark County area in a District vehicle is required.
The position will require occasional work on weekends or after regularly scheduled work hours.
The member will serve a minimum of 1,700 between September 1 and July 15.
Compensation & BenefitsEducation award, living allowance, and student loan deferment, provided per AmeriCorps guidelines:
Monthly stipend of $2,171.
43 before deductions and withholdings.
$6,895 education award for college costs or student loans.
Basic health insurance.
Assistance with childcare costs.
Forbearance of qualified student loans.
Payment of interest on qualified student loans accrued during the service term.
Serving in a full-time AmeriCorps position qualifies as employment towards the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Experience and partnerships to build your career.
Clark CD offers up to $25/month as reimbursement for personal cell phone.
About the Clark Conservation DistrictClark Conservation District was established in 1942 and is a legal sub-division of state government that administers programs to conserve natural resources.
The District is a nonregulatory agency created to bridge the gap between local landowners and state and federal government.
We work to conserve the natural resources of Clark County.
Our work improves both rural and urban communities to benefit the health and well-being of our residents.
The District consists of a small and collaborative team of dedicated staff focused on providing technical assistance, cost share, and building programs that serve our community and the natural resources in Clark County.
We are governed by a five-member volunteer Board of Supervisors.
LocationThe position is based in Vancouver within Clark County in beautiful Southwest Washington.
Ideally located between Mount St.
Helens, the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, the Columbia River Gorge, and the Pacific Coast, Clark County boasts a vast array of activities, scenic landscapes, and historic attractions, all while being within the Portland metropolitan area.
From the Clark CD office, it is a 20-minute drive to the Ridgefield Wildlife Refuge, over 5,300 acres of wetlands, grasslands, forests, and trails.
A 35-minute drive gets you to campsites in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest to the east and metropolitan downtown Portland, OR to the south.
Filled with diverse activities and outdoor recreation, all within an hour's drive, SW Washington is truly a beautiful and enriching place to live.
Equal Opportunity Employer Clark CD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, gender orientation, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable state, federal, or local laws.
This policy covers all programs, services, and procedures of Clark CD.
To ApplyInterviews for this position are anticipated at the end of June to July; the position is open until filled.
Failure to submit all required materials will remove an applicant from consideration.
To be considered, applicants must submit the following:
Resume and one-page cover letter in PDF format that specifically demonstrates how the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications for this position.
Submit the form at:
https:
//www.
clarkcd.
org/employment /> An application on the My AmeriCorps website https:
//my.
americorps.
gov/ Two references through the My AmeriCorps website.
This is a 10.
5-month position.
The start date for the position is 9/1/2023.
The program will end on 7/15/2024.
For more information and position description, see the AmeriCorps website:
https:
//my.
americorps.
gov/mp/listing/viewListing.
do?id=95223 />For more information about AmeriCorps and the Washington Service Corps, visit the Washington Service Corps website:
https:
//washingtonservicecorps.
org For further information, contact Ashley Smithers, Habitat Program Manager at 360-859-4782 or email protected .
Recommended Skills Adaptability Adobe Creative Suite Audio Equipments Curiosity Desktop Computing Direct Marketing Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The Member will create educational outreach material, complete outreach activities, and educate communities about available resources to improve soil and water quality.
The Member will serve the agricultural and urban communities of Clark County by creating brochures and outreach material and conducting workshops to help educate residents about natural resource concerns in their counties.
The Member will work with our Habitat Program and Working Lands Program to organize educational opportunities for residents on topics including mud and manure management, water quality, livestock, native plants, stream planting, and wildlife.
They will expand our outreach by working with our highly collaborative team and partner network and will work with staff on our Poop Smart Clark marketing campaign.
We're seeking candidates who excel in relationship-building, are creative thinkers and results-oriented, have the ability to multi-task, prioritize actions, and have strong graphic design skills.
You must be able to work independently and collaboratively with others and have a service-oriented attitude.
The Member will build connections within Russian and Spanish-speaking populations.
Additionally, the Member will help identify new residents to serve through surveys, outreach, and site visits.
They will work with HOAs, local farm organizations, and urban groups to serve these communities through education on conservation programs, practices, and resources.
They will create brochures to educate about resources, healthy farms, water, and backyard practices.
Major duties include the following:
Outreach and education.
Track the behavior change of workshop participants.
Work with staff on outreach objectives of the Poop Smart Clark Program Manage the Facebook page.
Update and manage website content.
Manage a monthly newsletter.
Create digital and print outreach material, including pamphlets, workshop advertisements, and educational material for the District's website.
Develop and implement outreach objectives to promote District workshops and events.
Tabling and door-to-door outreach Maintain and develop connections with partners in the region Connect residents to available and new resources.
Track, evaluate, and report activities to demonstrate impact.
Operate standard office equipment.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Possess an associate or bachelor's degree or 1-2 years of relevant job experience.
Possess a valid driver's license.
Pass a job-related driving record check and criminal background investigation.
Preferred Qualifications Possess an associate or bachelor's degree with a major study in communications, graphic design, natural resources, environmental sciences or studies, education, marketing, or a related field.
Additional relevant job experience.
Experience with outreach, including web-based outreach.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including teaching or public presentation experience.
Graphic design experience (Adobe Creative Suite) Experience with Community Based Social Marketing Advanced desktop computer literacy and computer software skills.
Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Smartsheet, etc.
and the ability to learn new technologies to perform the functions of this position.
Skill in creating and editing polished and professional written and verbal communications and adapting written and verbal communication to a range of audiences using formal and informal methods of communication.
Experience with Squarespace, WordPress, or other website hosting platforms.
Working knowledge of email marketing management platforms (Constant Contact, MailChimp, etc.
).
Basic skill in using ArcGIS mapping software.
Desired Skills Ability to speak and write Russian Ability to speak and write Spanish Physical Requirements and Working ConditionsThe Member will have an assigned desk, telephone number, and computer at the Clark CD office.
This position involves both office and periodic fieldwork.
Regular office work includes long periods of sitting, typing, and reading from a computer screen.
It is necessary to have adequate vision and motor skills to perform the duties of the position, including hearing voice conversation and the manual dexterity to operate a computer.
You must be able to operate a motor vehicle safely.
Work may occur outside in inclement weather conditions and may require you to traverse rugged terrain.
Driving throughout the Clark County area in a District vehicle is required.
The position will require occasional work on weekends or after regularly scheduled work hours.
The member will serve a minimum of 1,700 between September 1 and July 15.
Compensation & BenefitsEducation award, living allowance, and student loan deferment, provided per AmeriCorps guidelines:
Monthly stipend of $2,171.
43 before deductions and withholdings.
$6,895 education award for college costs or student loans.
Basic health insurance.
Assistance with childcare costs.
Forbearance of qualified student loans.
Payment of interest on qualified student loans accrued during the service term.
Serving in a full-time AmeriCorps position qualifies as employment towards the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Experience and partnerships to build your career.
Clark CD offers up to $25/month as reimbursement for personal cell phone.
About the Clark Conservation DistrictClark Conservation District was established in 1942 and is a legal sub-division of state government that administers programs to conserve natural resources.
The District is a nonregulatory agency created to bridge the gap between local landowners and state and federal government.
We work to conserve the natural resources of Clark County.
Our work improves both rural and urban communities to benefit the health and well-being of our residents.
The District consists of a small and collaborative team of dedicated staff focused on providing technical assistance, cost share, and building programs that serve our community and the natural resources in Clark County.
We are governed by a five-member volunteer Board of Supervisors.
LocationThe position is based in Vancouver within Clark County in beautiful Southwest Washington.
Ideally located between Mount St.
Helens, the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, the Columbia River Gorge, and the Pacific Coast, Clark County boasts a vast array of activities, scenic landscapes, and historic attractions, all while being within the Portland metropolitan area.
From the Clark CD office, it is a 20-minute drive to the Ridgefield Wildlife Refuge, over 5,300 acres of wetlands, grasslands, forests, and trails.
A 35-minute drive gets you to campsites in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest to the east and metropolitan downtown Portland, OR to the south.
Filled with diverse activities and outdoor recreation, all within an hour's drive, SW Washington is truly a beautiful and enriching place to live.
Equal Opportunity Employer Clark CD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, gender orientation, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable state, federal, or local laws.
This policy covers all programs, services, and procedures of Clark CD.
To ApplyInterviews for this position are anticipated at the end of June to July; the position is open until filled.
Failure to submit all required materials will remove an applicant from consideration.
To be considered, applicants must submit the following:
Resume and one-page cover letter in PDF format that specifically demonstrates how the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications for this position.
Submit the form at:
https:
//www.
clarkcd.
org/employment /> An application on the My AmeriCorps website https:
//my.
americorps.
gov/ Two references through the My AmeriCorps website.
This is a 10.
5-month position.
The start date for the position is 9/1/2023.
The program will end on 7/15/2024.
For more information and position description, see the AmeriCorps website:
https:
//my.
americorps.
gov/mp/listing/viewListing.
do?id=95223 />For more information about AmeriCorps and the Washington Service Corps, visit the Washington Service Corps website:
https:
//washingtonservicecorps.
org For further information, contact Ashley Smithers, Habitat Program Manager at 360-859-4782 or email protected .
Recommended Skills Adaptability Adobe Creative Suite Audio Equipments Curiosity Desktop Computing Direct Marketing Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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