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Watershed Educator - MCM & VHCB

Memphremagog Community Maritime (MCM) seeks a motivated Watershed Education & Outreach Coordinator to contribute to the development of the Memphremagog Science & Education Center (MemSEC) on board The Northern Star (US Coast Guard approved cruise ship vessel) and at Newport's Gateway Center. Gain valuable professional experience in water science education, citizen science projects, volunteer management, community outreach, events, and more. This position is part of the Vermont Housing & Conservation Board AmeriCorps (VHCB AmeriCorps). The VHCB AmeriCorps program supports the innovative dual-goal approach to creating stable affordable housing opportunities for Vermont residents while preserving the natural and working landscape. Perform a key role in watershed-focused environmental education programs and public engagement. Serve the public with place-based, hands-on science information in a culturally sensitive way. Address critical issues like land use and environmental impacts. Additional Information: Expect to serve during a fixed Monday-Friday schedule with occasional evenings/weekends and travel. Be ready to serve in a dynamic environment with a fun cast of characters: you may be on the boat with the crew in the morning and then meeting with an important partner organization in an office in the afternoon. Position begins May 27, 2025 and ends August 29, 2025. This position is Quarter Time: Requires 460 hours for an average of 40 hours per week for 12 weeks. Member will receive a living allowance of $7,943 (pre-tax) for the service term. Member will receive an education award of $1,956.35 (pre-tax) upon successful completion of service. Other benefits include health insurance, federal school loan forbearance, and various training and networking opportunities. To Apply: https://vhcb.org/our-programs/vhcb-americorps/positions

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Member Duties : - Assist in the delivery of the Floating Classroom water quality programs -Expand the population of students and communities through on-going recruitment and engagement efforts. -Track and report environmental education & outreach data for sharing the impact and effectiveness of MCM programs. -Greet and interact with guests and participants at the Science & Education Center to promote increased engagement with exhibits and our programs. -Create and facilitate one teen programs, to include lesson plans. -Plan and implement three watershed community events. -Recruit, train, and support volunteers for lessons, programs, and events. -Establish a “Friends of MemSEC” group for community volunteers. -Participate in all VHCB AmeriCorps Trainings, Service Days, Events, and Program Initiatives.

Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service , Health Coverage , Training , Childcare assistance if eligible .

Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours .

Service Areas :
Community Outreach , Environment .

Skills :
First Aid , Environment , General Skills , Communications , Community Organization , Team Work , Recruitment , Leadership .

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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National

Program
Watershed Educator - MCM & VHCB

Program Start/End Date
05/27/2025 - 08/29/2025

Work Schedule	Summer

Education level
High school diploma/GED

Age Requirement
Minimum: 17 Maximum: 99

Program Locations	VERMONT

Accepting Applications
From 03/10/2025 To 04/15/2025

Contact	John Aldridge
PO Box 44
Newport VT 05855
8028283249
m.watt@vhcb.org

Listing ID	97411


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