Conservation Assistant - WNRCD/VHCB

This position is an ideal placement for someone interested in a career in conservation and seeking real world experience. Connect community members with educational, technical, and financial resources to support water quality and natural resource conservation! Windham County Natural Resources Conservation District (WCNRCD) seeks a detail-orientated person to develop and host community outreach and education that will support increased implementation of conservation practices.
WCNRCD is one of 14 conservation districts in Vermont. The function of the district is to focus and coordinate available technical, financial, and educational resources to meet the needs of district land users. We inform local, state, and federal officials about conservation issues, and we serve all who live, work, and play within Windham County.
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.
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 $31,000 (pre-tax) for the service term. Member will receive an education award of $7,395 (pre-tax) upon successful completion of service.
Other benefits include health insurance, federal school loan forbearance, and various training and networking opportunities.