PCC : ACCESSIBLE PROGRAMMING REPRESENTATIVE

PCC : ACCESSIBLE PROGRAMMING REPRESENTATIVE

The Easter Lake Programming Representative plays a vital role in advocating for and enhancing outdoor recreation opportunities within Polk County Conservation. This position focuses on expanding veteran programming, facilitating additional outreach programs and special events, and improving the variety of areas available to all members of the public. This position will create and enhance current spaces to ensure equal access to all aspects of Polk County's natural resources. One Quarter-Time Easter Lake Programming Representative will serve with Polk County Conservation as part of the Polk County Conservation AmeriCorps Program. AmeriCorps members develop skills that build a strong, leadership-packed résumé, earn a living stipend ($6,270) paid equally over the course of their 450 hours of service, and receive a Segal Education Award ($1,956.35) upon successful completion of the service term to pay for higher education or qualified federal student loans. This position is a Quarter-Time member who will serve a minimum of 450 hours over 13 weeks, serving 38 hours per week. This posting is not a direct position of Polk County Conservation, and successful applicants will not be employees of Polk County. Successful applicants will not be subject to the terms and conditions of Polk County employment and will not be eligible for any employee benefits provided by Polk County. However, these positions will be serving with Polk County Conservation, a host site of the Polk County Conservation AmeriCorps Program, and will be subject to AmeriCorps rules, benefits, and requirements.

Member Duties : Build and manage relationships with Veteran service orgs, healthcare providers, and community partners to identify participants for outdoor recreation programs. Communicate program opportunities via phone and email. Promote programming to increase reach and impact. Deliver two public presentations on Easter Lake North Shore's mission and inclusive recreation opportunities. Develop and lead two outdoor programs : one for Iowa Veterans to support well-being, and one to increase community-wide access to natural resources. Support and lead outreach and education events for partners and the public. Take photos (with consent) of participants for use on social media and the Polk County Conservation website. Engage in professional development and assess parks and trails to improve accessibility and diversity of use. Members may also participate in other approved AmeriCorps activities aligned with program goals.

Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service , Housing , Living Allowance .

Terms :

Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours .

Service Areas :

Education , Veterans , Community Outreach , Health , Environment .

Skills :

Public Health , Veterans , Education , Social Services , General Skills , Team Work , Communications .