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Stewards VISTA: OCSWA WV - Community Renovation Y1
 
 
 
*Actual Start Date TBD The Ohio County Solid Waste Authority (OCSWA) works to reduce landfill use, promote responsible waste management, and support community education across Ohio County, West Virginia. Through the Community Renovation (CoRe) initiative, OCSWA aims to divert usable materials from the waste stream and return them to productive use—saving taxpayer dollars, supporting local families, and improving public services. This VISTA project focuses on building long-term systems that allow OCSWA to expand its impact. The VISTA will help create and strengthen behind-the-scenes operations such as infrastructure planning, public outreach, educational content, and sustainable funding efforts. By designing collection processes, developing a workshop space, and identifying grants and local funding, the VISTA will help lay the foundation for a program that can operate efficiently and independently for years to come. The member will also develop a communication strategy —ensuring more residents are informed and engaged. This project brings practical, cost-effective solutions to waste management, while building a durable framework that increases capacity at the local level.
 
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Member Duties : The VISTA will strengthen the Ohio County Solid Waste Authority’s CoRe initiative by building internal systems and expanding long-term capacity The VISTA will develop a comprehensive plan to identify and repurpose reusable materials, support the creation of a functional workshop space for processing and storage, and research funding opportunities to draft competitive grant proposals. They will also design educational and promotional materials to raise public awareness, engage local stakeholders, and lead targeted outreach efforts to increase community involvement. By focusing on planning, logistics, and sustainable program development, the VISTA will help lay the groundwork for a lasting, community-driven approach to waste reduction and resource recovery.
 
Program Benefits : Training ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Health Coverage* ,  Stipend ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.
 
Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours ,  Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Car recommended . 
 
Service Areas :
Education ,  Community and Economic Development ,  Environment ,  Public Safety ,  Entrepreneur/Business ,  Community Outreach ,  Neighborhood Revitalization . 
 
Skills :
Environment ,  Leadership ,  Writing/Editing ,  Teaching/Tutoring ,  Trade/Construction ,  Fund raising/Grant Writing ,  Team Work ,  Communications ,  Public Speaking ,  Business/Entrepreneur ,  First Aid ,  Education ,  Public Health ,  Computers/Technology ,  Community Organization ,  Fine Arts/Crafts . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Stewards VISTA: OCSWA WV - Community Renovation Y1
Program Start/End Date
09/08/2025  -   09/07/2026
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
College graduate
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations WEST VIRGINIA  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  06/16/2025  To  09/30/2025 
Contact Addie Gilkerson
330 Harper Park Dr
Beckley   WV   25801
3045331211
agilkerson@conservationlegacy.org
https://stewardslegacy.org/doi-vista
Listing ID 126677

       

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