Corpsmember - Watershed Stewards
California Conservation Corps
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Term length
11/1/2024 - 8/20/2025
Application window
6/1/2024 - 6/1/2025
Location
Eureka, California
Hourly pay equivalent
$16.23
Project summary
CCC Corpsmembers perform service conservation work that focuses on forest health, fuel reduction, vegetation management, emergency response, wilderness and urban trails, salmon restoration, and wildland firefighting. A typical term of service is one year, however, Corpsmembers can stay in the program up to three years. Corpsmembers can also apply to partnered programs working in the backcountry, on energy projects, improving endangered fish habitat, and more!
Opportunity description
Corpsmembers enrolled in the Watershed Stewards Program (WSP) perform watershed and fisheries work alongside scientific professionals. Work can include surveys, water quality projects, and salmon restoration, in addition to organizing volunteers and leading educational events. Corspmembers also receive training and education to benefit their future career pathways and serve a full AmeriCorps service term.
Benefits
- Healthcare
- Education benefit
Requirements and qualifications
Requirements
High School diploma. possess or willing to obtain a California Driver’s License with a clean driving record — no more than two (2) points on California driver’s record. able and willing to engage in hard work outdoors in all weather conditions. willing to work with diverse groups of individuals.
Preferred qualifications
Experience in conducting watershed restoration, conducting environmental surveys, or analyzing scientific data. Interest in environmental education and volunteer management.
Opportunity details
Focus area
- Watershed restoration
- Fisheries
- Water quality
- Scientific research
Work environment
- Indoor
- Outdoor