24-25 Puget Soundkeeper Alliance Clean Water Prog Specialist

24-25 Puget Soundkeeper Alliance Clean Water Prog Specialist

This is an AmeriCorps national service position. It is contingent on funding and open until filled. Puget Soundkeeper Alliance (Soundkeeper) is a Seattle non-profit organization formed in 1984. We aim to protect and enhance the health of Puget Sound and its surrounding watersheds. We are part of the Waterkeeper Alliance. This worldwide organization, made up of 350 waterkeepers, works to protect local bodies of water. Puget Sound communities need pollution education and hands-on engagement activities. Our goal is to make sure all community members are engaged in critical water quality issues. The member will work with volunteers of all ages in scientific monitoring and clean-up activities. You will also support public engagement through presentations and tabling at community events. These positions have staggered start dates of 9/3/2024 and 10/1/2024. Monthly stipend amount: $2,995.

Member Duties :

The Clean Water Program Specialists will assist in planning and leading a variety of volunteer, outreach, and educational events to help Soundkeeper engage the community in critical water quality issues. They will plan and leading community engagement activities such as shoreline clean ups, microplastic monitoring, restoration workshops and educational presentations; coordinate volunteers at service events; create educational materials; set up and break down events; develop reports and record data.

Program Benefits :

Health Coverage , Stipend , Training , Childcare assistance if eligible , Monthly stipend amount: $2,995 , Education award upon successful completion of service .

Terms :
Car recommended .

Service Areas :
Environment .

Skills :
Youth Development , Teaching/Tutoring , Education , Team Work , Environment .

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