Park Allies Conservation Member

The Park Allies Conservation Member position at AmeriCorps in Indiana focuses on environmental stewardship and park restoration. Members will engage with the community, promote public lands, and develop leadership skills. The role offers training in conservation and arboriculture, as well as benefits like a living allowance, health coverage, and a gym membership. This full-time service opportunity runs from September 2024 to August 2025.
With over 500 acres of parks and 42 miles of trails, we need your help with environmental stewardship! Serve with us to improve green spaces by creating equitable recreation spaces for all community members. Build positive relationships with neighbors and park patrons to deepen the fabric of community. Help instill a love of nature and of our public lands, as well as promote the concept that we all share a responsibility as stewards and citizens of this incredible place. We build impactful growth opportunities for members in the form of workshops, personal and professional development, team building, exposure to green industries, networking, and an overnight member retreat. Members will uniquely experience what it is like to work within local government and have access to benefits such as a free health clinic and free gym membership. This service opportunity isn’t just about improving parks. It’s about empowering individuals to embrace their potential, develop their vision, and build something meaningful. Join our Park Allies crew and serve with us!

Member Duties : The Park Allies Conservation Member will play a vital role in increasing capacity with a focus on park restoration efforts. This position will serve on projects primarily within West Lafayette’s parks system. This role requires a passion for service and the outdoors, as well as the ability to interact effectively with diverse groups. Individuals will gain valuable training and experience in arboriculture, conservation, and public service while contributing to the health and sustainability of local parks. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in conservation and growing leadership skills while engaging and benefiting the community. Gain invaluable experience, challenge yourself, access free training, develop your skills, and uniquely experience a municipality. Join our Park Allies team!

Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Childcare assistance if eligible , Training , Free Health Clinic, Free Gym Membership , Health Coverage , Education award upon successful completion of service .

Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours .

Service Areas :
None

Skills :
None

SUMMARY

Program Type:

AmeriCorps State / National

Program

Park Allies Conservation Member

Program Start/End Date

09/01/2024 - 08/31/2025

Work Schedule

Full Time

Age Requirement

Minimum: 18 Maximum: 99

Program Locations

INDIANA

Accepting Applications

From 08/01/2024 To 05/12/2025

Contact

Rachel Bingaman

222 N Chauncey Ave

West Lafayette IN 47906

765-775-5114

rbingaman@westlafayette.in.gov

www.westlafayette.in.gov/americorps

Listing ID

123976