This AmeriCorps position serves with The Nature Conservancy over an 11-month period to advance our work in improving private and public lands, providing education and training in stewardship and environmental practices, and growing our volunteer support. S/he will be responsible for a variety of operations activities in support of the Baraboo Hills Volunteer and Outreach Program. For more information regarding member living stipend, benefits, and education award, please visit the AmeriCorps Corporation for National Community Service (CNCS) website.
Areas of Responsibility:
The Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator will be responsible for performing multiple functions related to the assigned program.
- Recruit, manage, train and retain volunteers to serve alongside TNC staff and at TNC events;
- May organize volunteer events, engage local participants to treat invasive species, remove fencing, plant native plants, etc.
- Schedule and coordinate logistics for special events and/or meetings;
- Establish and develop collaborative relationships with local schools, universities, state/local agencies, and corporations that are involved in environmental education to promote, expand and implement The Nature Conservancy's educational initiatives;
- Collaborate with teachers, chaperones and large groups of children in natural settings;
- Coordinate projects with several variables, setting realistic deadlines and managing a timeline;
- May process forms, prepare reports, monitor budgets, manage webpages, etc. regarding the volunteer and outreach program;
- Review and implement TNC policies and procedures regarding volunteer programs, including training TNC staff;
- Make day-to-day decisions within the scope of service assignments;
- Serve independently without requiring detailed management review of general service;
- Travel to and from preserves, meetings, and events that are essential to the service of this position
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
- Maintain preserve areas frequented by the visiting public
- Remove exotic species and/or monitor and research species
- May maintain and operate tools and equipment with training in a safe and efficient manner while taking appropriate care of equipment (e.g. lawn mower, chain saw, tractor, two-way radio, fire management equipment, etc.)
- Identify and map invasive species
- Use GIS and tablet technology to map monitoring and treatment sites
RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE
- Perform duties under general supervision and established guidelines;
- Make day-to-day decisions within the scope of service assignments and prioritize service independently;
- Identify routine problems and utilize existing resources for resolution, referring difficult questions and problems to supervisor;
- Demonstrate sensitivity in handling confidential information;
- Financial responsibility may include purchasing, processing invoices, contracting with vendors, and assisting with budget tracking;
- Serve as a team member for assigned projects;
- Service environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain
Educational Background:
High school diploma or GED, some college and conservation experience desirable
Skills/Experience:
- U.S. Citizen, U.S. National or Lawful Permanent Resident
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Satisfy the National Service Criminal History check eligibility criteria
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with MS Office
- Ability to follow instructions from colleagues
- Commitment to complete 11 months as AmeriCorps member
- Experience organizing time and managing diverse activities to meet deadlines;
- Experience performing one or more administrative processes
- Valid driver’s license
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experiences are appreciated
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- Strong organizational skills
- Interest in the mission and activities of The Nature Conservancy
- Ability to write and edit written materials for use with program communications and special events;
- Database skills, including managing and tracking data, and producing reports;
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Jul 28 2018
Active Until:
Aug 28 2018
Hiring Organization:
Nature Conservancy
industry:
Nonprofit