Stewards VISTA: USFS-North River Ranger
- Full-Time
- Virginia
- AmeriCorps
- Posted 3 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description
Stewards VISTA: USFS-North River Ranger
The United States Forest Service Southern Region Volunteers & Service Programs Center of Excellence (COE) is a pilot program to increase Forest Service capacity by engaging diverse populations in volunteer opportunities, and further supporting workforce development service programs in conservation careers. VISTA positions would allow for safe, productive, and sustainable partnerships and volunteer programs across the Forests by directly increasing capacity on the ground. VISTAs will foster buy-in and further develop a culture of community engagement and shared stewardship with partners and communities. VISTAs will be strategically positioned on high-opportunity Districts to leverage partnership opportunities and effectively support and expand funding opportunities. The COE anticipates revenue benefits to local rural communities from increases in forest visitation from ecotourism and voluntourism activities. The VISTA Corps member will assist with recruiting a diverse and representative group of volunteers and supporting integrative projects for all resource areas in their assigned national forests throughout the Southern Region. Volunteers & Service Programs Coordinators VISTA positions will be mentored by the Sub-Regional Volunteers & Service Programs Specialists and will become integral members of Region 8’s established Volunteers & Service Programs Community of Practice. Upon the completion of each VISTA project year, Districts and Forests can expect an increase of funds for projects, a solid volunteer management philosophy, a community engagement plan focused on increasing project partnerships, and a long-term, sustainability plan to carry the program beyond the VISTA project term. VISTA positions are reviewed annually for success and either partner can choose to exit the program to renew for up to three years.
Member Duties : Support local economic & community development by providing workforce development opportunities and supporting sustainable recreation & tourism related to the national forest. Build capacity & create a legacy of long-term improvement and sustainability in the communities they serve by identifying fiscal support and community resources. Develop forest staff relationships to secure projects that will compete well for internal funding opportunities and external grant proposals. Provide support & generate organizational interest through the engagement of community-based volunteers. Create the framework for a sustainable volunteers and service program. Engage the community they serve to ensure awareness of organizational efforts and generate community commitment to impact-driven activities being performed. Support recruitment and management to ensure diverse, equitable, and inclusive practices are employed when engaging members of the public.
Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Relocation Allowance , Training , Health Coverage* , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Childcare assistance if eligible , $750 in Prof Dev Funds from Stewards .
For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit http://www.vistacampus.gov/healthcare
Terms :
Car recommended , Uniforms provided and required , Permits working at another job during off hours .
Service Areas :
Disaster Relief , Community Outreach , Children/Youth , Tribal , Environment , Community and Economic Development .
Skills :
Communications , Team Work , Community Organization , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Writing/Editing , Conflict Resolution , Leadership , Non-Profit Management , Public Speaking , Recruitment .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Stewards VISTA: USFS-North River Ranger
Program Start/End Date
04/12/2021 - 04/11/2022
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
Some college
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
Program Locations VIRGINIA
Accepting Applications
From 01/20/2021 To 03/12/2021
Contact John-Michael Aurednik
345 Prince St
Beckley WV 25801
16812380963
jmaurednik@conservationlegacy.org
Listing ID 101040
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The United States Forest Service Southern Region Volunteers & Service Programs Center of Excellence (COE) is a pilot program to increase Forest Service capacity by engaging diverse populations in volunteer opportunities, and further supporting workforce development service programs in conservation careers. VISTA positions would allow for safe, productive, and sustainable partnerships and volunteer programs across the Forests by directly increasing capacity on the ground. VISTAs will foster buy-in and further develop a culture of community engagement and shared stewardship with partners and communities. VISTAs will be strategically positioned on high-opportunity Districts to leverage partnership opportunities and effectively support and expand funding opportunities. The COE anticipates revenue benefits to local rural communities from increases in forest visitation from ecotourism and voluntourism activities. The VISTA Corps member will assist with recruiting a diverse and representative group of volunteers and supporting integrative projects for all resource areas in their assigned national forests throughout the Southern Region. Volunteers & Service Programs Coordinators VISTA positions will be mentored by the Sub-Regional Volunteers & Service Programs Specialists and will become integral members of Region 8’s established Volunteers & Service Programs Community of Practice. Upon the completion of each VISTA project year, Districts and Forests can expect an increase of funds for projects, a solid volunteer management philosophy, a community engagement plan focused on increasing project partnerships, and a long-term, sustainability plan to carry the program beyond the VISTA project term. VISTA positions are reviewed annually for success and either partner can choose to exit the program to renew for up to three years.
Member Duties : Support local economic & community development by providing workforce development opportunities and supporting sustainable recreation & tourism related to the national forest. Build capacity & create a legacy of long-term improvement and sustainability in the communities they serve by identifying fiscal support and community resources. Develop forest staff relationships to secure projects that will compete well for internal funding opportunities and external grant proposals. Provide support & generate organizational interest through the engagement of community-based volunteers. Create the framework for a sustainable volunteers and service program. Engage the community they serve to ensure awareness of organizational efforts and generate community commitment to impact-driven activities being performed. Support recruitment and management to ensure diverse, equitable, and inclusive practices are employed when engaging members of the public.
Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Relocation Allowance , Training , Health Coverage* , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Childcare assistance if eligible , $750 in Prof Dev Funds from Stewards .
Terms :
Car recommended , Uniforms provided and required , Permits working at another job during off hours .
Service Areas :
Disaster Relief , Community Outreach , Children/Youth , Tribal , Environment , Community and Economic Development .
Skills :
Communications , Team Work , Community Organization , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Writing/Editing , Conflict Resolution , Leadership , Non-Profit Management , Public Speaking , Recruitment .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Stewards VISTA: USFS-North River Ranger
Program Start/End Date
04/12/2021 - 04/11/2022
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
Some college
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
Program Locations VIRGINIA
Accepting Applications
From 01/20/2021 To 03/12/2021
Contact John-Michael Aurednik
345 Prince St
Beckley WV 25801
16812380963
jmaurednik@conservationlegacy.org
Listing ID 101040