Eager to build on your leadership experience? Passionate about environmental restoration and education? Want to work closely with environmental, non-profit, and government bodies in the Pacific Northwest, Portland-Vancouver metro area?
Join Northwest Service Academy and lead the Clark County Watershed Restoration Team! This team consists of six AmeriCorps members who will be implementing large-scale restoration projects along the East Fork of the Lewis River, and working with local volunteers and service groups within natural areas of our local park properties. As the Team Leader, you will develop, participate in, and motivate a diverse, hardworking team while promoting a sense of community, collaboration and cohesion among team members. The Team Leader will ensure team safety and productivity, support the professional and individual development of team members, and assist with developing and evaluating the program. We are seeking a Team Leader who is an independent, self motivated, cooperative, flexible team player with a strong work ethic. You must also have the ability to provide technical guidance to team members on individual conservation/restoration projects. Position starts January 14, 2008. Benefits include a monthly stipend of $1,309 (before taxes), health insurance, a $4,725 AmeriCorps education scholarship, loan forbearance, childcare allowance and many training opportunities. Apply today at www.northwestserviceacademy.org!
