Northwest Youth Corps
FOUNDED IN: 1984
Address:
2621 Augusta Street
Eugene, Oregon
97403
Natural Resource Steward AmeriCorps Member - USACE Bonneville Lock and Dam
JOB DETAILS
Actively Recruiting: Yes
Position title: Natural Resource Steward AmeriCorps Member - USACE Bonneville Lock and Dam
Type of Position: Intern / Individual Placement
Town, City, Park, etc: Bonneville
State / Territory: Oregon
Benefits: Education Award
Project/Program Focus: Aquatic Restoration, Data Collection, Invasive Species Management
Attachments/Supplemental Materials:
USACE_Bonneville_NatRes_AmeriCorps_Intern_2024
ORGANIZATION/PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Since 1984, Northwest Youth Corps has been providing opportunities for youth and young adults to learn, grow, and experience success. Our programs focus on education, challenge, community, leadership and empowerment, and typically include epic outdoor experiences in some of the most wild and scenic places on Earth. Our suite of programs have something to offer both a teenager looking for their first summer work experience and a recent college grad needing specific certifications to land their dream job. We partner with land management agencies and like-minded non-profits across the west to complete high priority conservation projects designed to improve the lands and communities in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Bonneville Lock and Dam is recruiting two (2) 480-hour AmeriCorps members beginning June - September 2024. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is currently recruiting for a position that will support Natural Resource Management on U.S. Army Corps lands at the Bonneville Lock & Dam.
JOB DUTIES
Major duties are related to assisting personnel in recreation, natural resource management, and related activities at the Bonneville Lock & Dam. The member will assist in the following:
- 40% natural resource maintenance and conservation projects (including invasive species removal).
- 20% trails monitoring and vegetation management along 5 miles of trails.
- 25% wildlife surveying from land, kayak, and/or vessel.
- 10% interpretation and outreach.
- 5% native plant establishment in support of the national pollinator initiatives.
Please note percentages describe the estimated time allocated to each task over the course of the internship. All work under this internship shall be performed in accordance with EM 385-1-1, "U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual," and FED-OSHA regulations. EM 385-1-1 can be downloaded from: https://www.usace.army.mil/Missions/Safety-and-Occupational-Health/Safety-and-Health-Requirements-Manual/
REQUIREMENTS
- Current Driver's License
- Must be at least 18 years of age upon start date.
- Willingness to submit to a government background check
- Good written and verbal communication skills and a positive attitude
- Ability to work outdoors in remote settings, in inclement weather, and on uneven ground.
- Willingness to work independently in an outdoor setting
- Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
education award amount of $1824.07 upon successful completion of program requirements.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Northwest Youth Corps Internship Program Coordinator Abi Snow - [email protected] or 541-654-4704
Supervisory Natural Resource Specialist Katie Payne - [email protected] or 541-374-3633.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
All job offers are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check (criminal history and driving history). The member will not engage in any prohibited activities as stated in the Member Service Agreement.
The living allowance and education award are taxable. Members are responsible for providing their own food. Service eligibility is contingent upon the results of a criminal and driving background check. These positions are sponsored by The Corps Network's OYSI and EAP program.
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