Farmer Outreach Coordinator
Nature for Justice
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Term length
09/01/24 - 08/31/25
Application window
04/28/24 - 09/30/24
Location
Remote, North Carolina
Hourly pay equivalent
$17.50
Project summary
A program of the American Climate Corps, the Working Lands Climate Corps will engage at least 100 young adults in technical skills training in climate-smart agriculture and forestry practices at host sites across the country.
Opportunity description
The Farmer Outreach Coordinator will support the Farmer Inclusion Program. They will be responsible for coordinating the logistics and communications for meetings, programs, and events related to the Farmer Inclusion initiative. In addition, they will assist navigators and partners in the development and implementation of statewide and regional educational events and resources to share timely resources for climate resiliency-directed resources, land ownership, access, and technical assistance.
Benefits
- Education benefit
- Healthcare
- Childcare
Requirements and qualifications
Requirements
Be at least 17 years old at the start of service. Have a high school diploma or equivalent or agree to obtain a high school diploma prior to using the earned education award. Be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States. Satisfy the National Service Criminal History Check eligibility criteria. Other qualifications may be required by the host site.
Preferred qualifications
Opportunity details
Focus area
- Forestry
- Environmental Justice
- Climate Smart Agriculture and Sustainable Farming
- Natural Resource Preservation and Conservation
Work environment
- Individual placement
- Indoor
- Outdoor
- Telework eligible