Working Lands Climate Corps Member

The Working Lands Climate Corps Member position at American Climate Corps in Colorado involves a six-month immersive program focused on climate-smart agriculture and forestry practices. Responsibilities include completing hands-on training in diversified vegetable production and cattle operations, improving organizational capacity for sustainable practices, and conducting outreach for underserved producers. Applicants must be at least 17 years old and meet certain eligibility criteria.
About the position

The Working Lands Climate Corps Member position is part of the American Climate Corps initiative, aimed at engaging young adults in technical skills training related to climate-smart agriculture and forestry practices. Members will participate in a six-month immersive program that focuses on enhancing the capacity of organizations to promote sustainable agricultural practices, particularly for underserved producers. This role involves hands-on training in diversified vegetable production and cattle operations, contributing to climate resilience initiatives.

Responsibilities
• Complete the Farmer In Training Program, a full-time, six-month immersion in farming and climate resilience initiatives.
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• Improve the capacity of organizations to disseminate and demonstrate climate-smart agriculture and forestry practices.
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• Conduct field days, create outreach materials, and provide training specifically for underserved producers.
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• Receive hands-on training in diversified vegetable production and/or cattle and irrigated hayfield operations.

Requirements
• Be at least 17 years old at the start of service.
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• Have a high school diploma or equivalent or agree to obtain a high school diploma prior to using the earned education award.
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• Be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States.
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• Satisfy the National Service Criminal History Check eligibility criteria.

Nice-to-haves
• Ethic of national and community service and a strong desire to create positive change.
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• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
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• Computer literate.
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• College degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
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• Reliable transportation & proof of auto insurance.
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• Individuals with lived experience are encouraged to apply.
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• Prior experience in and/or passion for farming and food production.
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• Good driving record.

Benefits
• Education benefit
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• Healthcare
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• Childcare