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2026-2027 AmeriCorps NJ Watershed Ambassadors Program (SWP)
 
 
 
NJWAP serves with all sectors of society to improve the quality of NJ’s waterways by providing nurturing community-based environmental activities and empowering residents to make responsible and informed decisions regarding their watersheds. Source water protection includes actions that are aimed at maintaining or improving the quality and quantity of the sources of drinking water and their contributing areas. Source Water Protection Ambassadors, as part of the AmeriCorps NJ Watershed Ambassadors Program, will engage in outreach and education campaigns on protection of drinking water sources. These members will increase public knowledge and awareness of sources of drinking water, drinking water quality and water conservation. 1 Ambassador will be placed at our Northern, Central and Southern host sites, for a total of 3 SWP Ambassadors. Applicants should apply via the My AmeriCorps portal by July 10, 2026, including indication in your interest statement of preferred SWP region (host site). Applications are evaluated as they are received. Eligibility to Serve with the NJWAP: • Must have a bachelor’s degree or higher. • Desire to serve your community • A valid driver’s license, dependable car for service assignment travel • Must be a U.S Citizen or a permanent resident of the US (must provide documentation) • Must commit to a 1700-hour term from September through July (40 hours per week, to be completed by mid-July). Program Benefits: Living stipend up to $25,000 will be evenly distributed bi-monthly, over the 10 month term of service. Segal education award of up to $7,395 upon completion of 1,700 hours. All offers are contingent upon the Program receiving funding for the 2026-2027 grant cycle.
 
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Member Duties : (Subject to change per grant year) • 40 presentations with a focus on protecting and conserving drinking water • 4 Partnership Projects with a focus on water conservation and protection • 2 Tree Planting Projects • 1 Host Agency Project • Attend 3 Environmental Commission Meetings or Green Team Meetings to promote drinking water protection, conservation, and education • 5 Floater assessments to collect data for other environmental organizations • Conduct 1 career/profession-of-interest Interview with a professional of choice • Conduct 1 elected or appointed-official interview with official of choice
 
Program Benefits : Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Training ,  Stipend ,  Health Coverage ,  Education award upon successful completion of service . 
 
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours ,  Car recommended ,  Uniforms provided and required . 
 
Service Areas :
Environment . 
 
Skills :
Environment ,  Leadership ,  Team Work ,  Public Speaking ,  Community Organization ,  Education ,  Writing/Editing ,  Recruitment . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
2026-2027 AmeriCorps NJ Watershed Ambassadors Program (SWP)
Program Start/End Date
09/04/2026  -   07/08/2027
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
College graduate
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  99
Program Locations NEW JERSEY   Philadelphia/Wilmington/Atlantic City ,  New York City (inc. Long Island CT NJ NY)  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  06/09/2026  To  07/31/2026 
Contact Michelle Hatfield
PO Box 420 Mail Code 401-04L
Trenton   NJ   08608
6099405568
Michelle.Hatfield@dep.nj.gov
https://dep.nj.gov/wms/bears/americorps-nj-watershed-ambassadors/
Listing ID 129847

       

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