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UG: Summer Associate: Urban Revitalization Analyst
 
 
 
Join the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas AmeriCorps VISTA Program. The Unified Government (UG) has made a commitment to civic innovation, job creation, economic development, and the health of Wyandotte County residents - and our members are contributing in big ways! Illegal dumping and littering are a pervasive problem in Wyandotte County neighborhoods and decrease the quality of life for residents, especially when it comes to the safety and appearance of the community. The Unified Government has been working to address complex issues such as this for the last few years through the neighborhood revitalization SOAR Initiative (Stabilization, Occupation, and Revitalization), but 2020 is the first time that illegal dumping will be comprehensively addressed. SOAR created a team with representatives from over 15 departments to tackle this issue – Illegal Dumping & Litter Elimination (IDLE). The Summer Associates will work as a pair to assist in IDLE’s efforts by analyzing and adding to data, mapping dumping locations, coordinating cleanup efforts among departments, and creating a promotional campaign. The ideal candidate is a team player who is willing to learn and passionate about using data to drive decision-making. Experience in simple data analysis (recognizing patterns) and mapping (using GIS software) is preferred, but the Unified Government can provide GIS training to the right candidate as well. The ability to collaborate with staff from multiple departments and residents of varying backgrounds is essential. Kansas City, Kansas is a very diverse community. The ability to speak Spanish or another language often spoken in KCK (Burmese, Hmong, etc.) is preferred, but not required. The candidate should have a valid driver’s license. They do not need their own vehicle but might be asked to drive a Unified Government vehicle for data collection. Please note that this VISTA can work remotely if necessary due to COVID-19.
 
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Member Duties : Analyze previously collected data on dumping and heavy littering sites. Determine which sites see the most frequent dumping to help prioritize efforts. If more detail is needed on any site, either follow up with relevant staff or drive to the site itself to collect data directly. Create dynamic, online maps of the locations. Coordinate dump site cleanup efforts among departments and/or community groups, including Community Policing, Parks and Recreation, and the Streets Division. This may include helping directly with cleanup events. Create promotional materials, including flyers and presentations, to educate the public on illegal dumping/littering issues and how to prevent them. Give presentations to residents and attend neighborhood community events to distribute information.
 
Program Benefits : Living Allowance ,  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 :
Car recommended ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours ,  Permits working at another job during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Community Outreach ,  Public Safety ,  Health ,  Neighborhood Revitalization ,  Community and Economic Development ,  Environment ,  Technology . 
 
Skills :
Education ,  Urban Planning ,  Public Speaking ,  Writing/Editing ,  Communications ,  Community Organization ,  Environment ,  Graohic Design; GIS/Mapping ,  General Skills ,  Leadership ,  Team Work . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
UG: Summer Associate: Urban Revitalization Analyst
Program Start/End Date
06/01/2020  -   08/10/2020
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
Some college
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations KANSAS  
Languages
Bi-Lingual preferred
English
Accepting Applications
From  04/02/2020  To  05/11/2020 
Contact Alli Zuel
619 Ann Ave
Kansas City   KS   66101
9135738865
azuel@wycokck.org
www.facebook.com/VISTAwyco
Listing ID 95248

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