Climate Change Mitigation Specialist

Ampact is hiring a Climate Change Mitigation Specialist in Bemidji, MN, to coordinate projects that address climate change through community engagement and environmental stewardship. Responsibilities include planning and implementing sustainability initiatives, conducting assessments, and managing tree planting efforts. Candidates should be dependable, proficient in Microsoft Office, and fluent in English. This full-time role offers benefits as part of the AmeriCorps program.
Climate Impact Corps

Powered by passionate AmeriCorps members, Climate Impact Corps addresses climate change through innovative programs focusing on education, environmental stewardship, and healthy futures for communities.
Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Climate Change Mitigation Specialist to join our team. As a Project Coordinator, you will play a vital role in advancing local environmental solutions and addressing climate change.
About the Role
• You will serve at a nonprofit organization or public agency dedicated to preserving and protecting our environment.
• As a Project Coordinator, you will plan and lead projects that help communities mitigate and adapt to climate change.
• You will support projects such as planting and inventorying trees, designing and managing nursery gravel beds, conducting virtual and on-site solar opportunity assessments, installing energy-saving materials, and organizing sustainability projects.
Requirements
• You must be dependable and have a history of good attendance.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions is essential.
• You should be able to set a pace and maintain a service schedule depending on the agreed-upon hours commitment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), internet searches, data entry, email communication (with attachments), databases, and software use, and videoconferencing is required.
• Fluency in English for speaking, reading, and writing is necessary.
• You must be 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• A citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States is required.
• You must be able to successfully complete a background check.
Benefits
• You will receive a paycheck (stipend) every two weeks and additional perks as an AmeriCorps program member.
• Federal benefits include up to $7395.00 in Education Award, Federal student loan forbearance and interest repayment, and time accrual toward Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Program-specific benefits vary based on the hours commitment per week.
About Us

Ampact is a national organization demonstrating the power of national service to solve complex social problems through innovative programs focusing on key areas.