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Stewards VISTA: Western Slope Conservation Center Year 2
 
 
 
The Western Slope Conservation Center is a non-profit organization based in Paonia, CO, whose mission is to build an informed and engaged community to protect and enhance the lands, air, water and wildlife of the Western Slope of Colorado. For more than 45 years, WSCC has been engaging North Fork Valley residents in hands-on stewardship projects to conserve and protect the abundant natural resources and scenic landscapes and waters of the region. This project will build upon and expand relationships with partner organizations, and leverage our substantial volunteer base, to implement projects that restore and enhance habitats and ecosystems. To achieve these goals, the VISTA will have regular communication with WSCC’s volunteers and community members, keeping them informed of volunteer opportunities and identifying/reducing barriers to involvement. The VISTA will also recruit and empower volunteer leaders who can share project planning and leadership duties. The VISTA will develop and strengthen relationships with partner organizations to secure project funding and pool resources to plan and implement stewardship projects. The VISTA will also work to secure future funding to undertake projects such as habitat restoration, trail maintenance, and other environmental stewardship activities that contribute to a sustainable economy and resilient ecosystems. Overall, this VISTA project is designed to increase WSCC’s capacity to grow and sustain its stewardship program by improving systems, expanding partnerships, and inspiring volunteers to become committed conservation leaders.
 
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Member Duties : 1. Independently or in collaboration with partner organizations, plan and implement stewardship projects that engage volunteers and result in more resilient natural systems. 2. Recruit and manage volunteers through the course of the project. 3. Create opportunities for interested volunteers to gain skills and confidence in project planning/implementation and assign them higher levels of responsibility when they are ready. 4. Prepare and submit grant applications to secure future funding to undertake projects such as habitat restoration, trail maintenance, and other environmental stewardship activities. 5. Share responsibility with other staff for regular communications with the public and membership (social media, e-newsletters, etc.), event planning and participation, and office administration.
 
Program Benefits : Stipend ,  Health Coverage* ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Training . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.
 
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Car recommended ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Community and Economic Development ,  Community Outreach . 
 
Skills :
Computers/Technology ,  Team Work ,  First Aid ,  Fund raising/Grant Writing ,  Education ,  Community Organization ,  Conflict Resolution ,  Recruitment ,  Writing/Editing ,  Environment ,  Leadership ,  Communications ,  Public Speaking . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Stewards VISTA: Western Slope Conservation Center Year 2
Program Start/End Date
11/04/2024  -   11/03/2025
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
Some college
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations COLORADO  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  07/01/2024  To  11/01/2024 
Contact Addie Gilkerson
330 Harper Park Dr
Beckley   WV   25801
3045331211
agilkerson@conservationlegacy.org
www.stewardslegacy.org
Listing ID 123380

       

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