Community Restoration AmeriCorps Member

Americorps • North Charleston, SC

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About The Position

The Community Restoration AmeriCorps Member will engage in various environmental and community stewardship activities aimed at restoring coastal wetlands and enhancing community engagement. The role involves hands-on work in restoration projects, monitoring water quality, and creating sustainable gardens, while also facilitating community outreach and education.

Requirements

• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Experience in community organization.
• Skills in trade/construction.
• Public speaking abilities.
• Conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Coastal wetland buffer restoration and associated data collection, monitoring, modeling and surveying activities.
• Install vegetated buffers with native plants and trees.
• Creation and maintenance of stormwater parks.
• Marsh grass cultivation and planting using Living Shorelines techniques.
• Freshwater and saltwater quality monitoring including water sampling, testing, data collection, and reporting.
• Disseminate information, outreach, and training to community members.
• Creation and maintenance of native rain gardens, pollinator gardens, and urban vegetable gardens.
• Participate and facilitate local community outreach and workshops.
• Support the direct installation of energy efficiency measures.

Benefits

• Training
• Living Allowance
• Education award upon successful completion of service

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations