AmeriCorps 4-H Naturalist

Quarter Time AmeriCorps 4H Naturalist

Job Description

AmeriCorps 4-H Naturalist

 

Host Site: Starr’s Cave Nature Center

Location: Burlington, Iowa

Term Length: Complete 450 hours of service

Closing date:  Open until May 24

 

Start Date: June 1

End Date: October 30

Living Allowance: AmeriCorps Monthly Living Allowance Stipend ($900), Education award ($1,718.25), and $125 Self-Determined Professional Development Funding.

 

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The individual in this position is an employee of AmeriCorps 4H that will perform duties for Des Moines County Conservation (DMCC), as set out in this document, under the direct supervision of the Environmental Education Manager. This individual prepares and executes summer programming for youth ages 3-13 years old. This individual will promote conservation through environmental education and interpretation. Conservation education, and outdoor recreation programs are delivered to the public, summer camp participants, and local school groups. This individual is also expected to help with the care and maintenance of Des Moines County Conservation’s parks and natural areas by participating in beautification and conservation practices.

 

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Experience/Education: High School diploma or its equivalent. College coursework, college degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience preferred. This participant must be a United States Citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident.

Special requirements:

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES:

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, and SKILLS

Knowledge of natural and cultural history and recreation:

 

Program Development and Educational Skills

 

Communication Skills

 

Personal Attributes

 

WORK SCHEDULE, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

This Half time member agrees to serve a minimum of 450 hours with a maximum of 32 hours/week through the summer, and 15hours/ week during the fall. These hours will be regularly served weekly, however, some nights or weekends will be required based on the member’s service projects.

 

Please send your cover letter and resume to nackm@dmcounty.com



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