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Franklin Soil and Water Conservation District is offering 12 AmeriCorps positions in the Central Ohio Collaborative for Conservation. The Central Ohio Collaborative for Conservation partners with 6 agencies in central Ohio where AmeriCorps Members will be placed, to improve local ecosystems and increase resilience against climate change. These partners include: Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks, Friends of the Olentangy Watershed, Grange Audubon Center, Licking County Soil and Water Conservation District, and Stratford Ecological Center.
This is a national service program with a living stipend and other benefits for individuals wanting to gain more experience and serve their community. Members will serve 1700 hours over a period of one year.

General duties:
• Assisting with a variety of natural resources related data collection for partners and the District.
• Field work including but not limited to: invasive species removal, tree planting, stream and litter cleanup.
• Assisting outreach staff to provide information and education at weekend events.
• Assist with host site projects.

Qualifications:
• Must be at least 17 years of age by their start date on October 1, 2023.
• Must have a HS Diploma or GED certificate.
• Members must be able to pass a criminal, FBI, and DMV background check (Note: having a background does not automatically exclude them from membership).
• Members must accept the position as a full-time priority and be able to complete 1700 hours of service.
• The ability to safely traverse and navigate through rough and brushy terrain with ticks and poison ivy in the summer heat while carrying GPS equipment is required.
• Able to demonstrate some knowledge of or an appreciation for natural resource conservation.
• Able to secure transportation to and from work and events.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Familiarity with popular computer software (including, but not limited to, MS Word, Excel, and Publisher).
• Able to take direction and respond positively to feedback.

Benefits:
• Living stipend of up to $20,400 for the service year.
• An education award of $6,895 for a completed term of service to be used to pay student loans or for future education.
• Student Loan deferment and interest forbearance while in service.
• Childcare assistance available to full-time members, based on household income eligibility.
• Basic individual health, dental and vision insurance available to full-time members.

Application:
• Please learn more and apply through AmeriCorps.gov. Alternatively, you can notify us of interest at administrator@franklinswcd.org with a statement of interest and summary of qualifications and we can help qualified applicants through the process. Selection of candidates will begin on August 17th. Position will remain open until filled.

Franklin Soil and Water Conservation District is offering 12 AmeriCorps positions in the Central Ohio Collaborative for Conservation. The Central Ohio Collaborative for Conservation partners with 6 agencies in central Ohio where AmeriCorps Members will be placed, to improve local ecosystems and increase resilience against climate change. These partners include: Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks, Friends of the Olentangy Watershed, Grange Audubon Center, Licking County Soil and Water Conservation District, and Stratford Ecological Center.
This is a national service program with a living stipend and other benefits for individuals wanting to gain more experience and serve their community. Members will serve 1700 hours over a period of one year.

General duties:
• Assist in developing and implementing environmental education programs.
• Assist in developing and distributing outreach materials for public, local government, and business.
• Assist conservation staff with occasional field projects such as tree planting and invasive removal.
• Work with volunteers at your host site to do environmental stewardship projects.
• Assist with host site events.

Qualifications:
• Must be at least 17 years of age by their start date on October 1, 2023
• Must have a HS Diploma or GED certificate.
• Members must be able to pass a criminal, FBI, and DMV background check (Note: having a background does not automatically exclude them from membership).
• Members must accept the position as a full-time priority and be able to complete 1700 hours of service.
• The ability to safely traverse and navigate through rough and brushy terrain with ticks and poison ivy in the summer heat while carrying GPS equipment is required.
• Able to demonstrate some knowledge of or an appreciation for natural resource conservation.
• Able to secure transportation to and from work and events.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Familiarity with popular computer software (including, but not limited to, MS Word, Excel, and Publisher).
• Able to take direction and respond positively to feedback.

Benefits:
• Living stipend of up to $20,400 for the service year.
• An education award of $6,895 for a completed term of service to be used to pay student loans or for future education.
• Student Loan deferment and interest forbearance while in service.
• Childcare assistance available to full-time members, based on household income eligibility.
• Basic individual health, dental and vision insurance available to full-time members.

Application:
• Please learn more and apply through AmeriCorps.gov. Alternatively, you can notify us of interest at administrator@franklinswcd.org with a statement of interest and summary of qualifications and we can help qualified applicants through the process. Selection of candidates will begin on August 17th. Position will remain open until filled.