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AmeriCorps New Jersey Watershed Ambassadors Program
 
 
 
Twenty (20) Watershed Ambassadors serve from partner host agency locations, with one located in each of New Jersey’s Watershed Management Areas (WMAs). From Sussex to Cape May counties, Ambassadors provide direct service to their local communities. NJWAP serves with all sectors of society to improve the quality of New Jersey’s waterways, nurturing community-based environmental activities and empowering residents to make responsible and informed decisions regarding their watershed by: Educating the public on watershed science and encouraging them to get involved in local stewardship actions; Implementing community green infrastructure and stewardship projects through partnering with local organizations and community volunteers; and Conducting habitat and biological assessments following DEP monitoring protocol to monitor the health of their WMA’s streams. Throughout the Program, Members grow professionally and interpersonally. Extensive training in highly sought-after skills in the environmental field is provided, including ArcGIS, fieldwork experience, grant writing, project management, and science communication. Members exit prepared to further their career in the environmental field. A driver’s license and reliable vehicle for field assignments are required. Interested applicants for the 2020-2021 Program should apply via the My AmeriCorps portal by Aug. 14, 2020, including a statement in your application with an indication of your 2 preferred WMAs. Please note: This is a rolling admission. Admission contingent on the DEP receiving the grant award. For more information on program requirements for the 2020-2021 term, please visit our website for a full position description:https://www.nj.gov/dep/wms/bears/recruitment.htm
 
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This listing is currently not accepting applications.



Member Duties : • 50 Educational Presentations • 2 Environmental Stewardship Trainings with hands on component that allows volunteers able to implement a best management practice (BMP) • Minimum of 4 Partnership Projects geared towards implementing BMPs to manage storm water runoff (ex: rain garden installations, rain barrel building workshops, native species plantings, other green based restoration techniques) • 2 cleanups with a focus on reducing marine debris and single-use plastics • 1 Host Agency Project mutually chosen with Member’s interests and the Host Agency’s needs in mind • 35 biological and visual assessments conducted to monitor freshwater streams • Members will enter assessment data into Database • Attend 3 Meetings to learn about local environmental concerns, and partner with community groups to address them • Conduct 1 Career/Profession of Interest Interview with professional of choice • Conduct 1 Elected or Appointed Official interview with official of choice
 
Program Benefits : Training ,  Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Health Coverage ,  Stipend . 
 
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Car recommended ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours ,  Uniforms provided and required . 
 
Service Areas :
None
 
Skills :
Recruitment ,  Environment ,  Community Organization ,  Writing/Editing ,  Public Speaking ,  Team Work . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
AmeriCorps New Jersey Watershed Ambassadors Program
Program Start/End Date
09/07/2020  -   07/07/2021
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
College graduate
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  99
Program Locations NEW JERSEY   New York City (inc. Long Island CT NJ NY) ,  Philadelphia/Wilmington/Atlantic City  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  06/15/2020  To  08/15/2020 
Contact Amanda Lotto
401 E State St
Trenton   NJ   08608
+16094145499
amanda.lotto@dep.nj.gov
Listing ID 96701

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