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The Siuslaw National Forest, in partnership with the Mt. Adams Institute and AmeriCorps, is now offering a full-time, paid internship for U.S. Military Veterans.
For more open positions and detailed position descriptions with full application instructions, please visit: mtadamsinstitute.org/internships/ or contact Katie Schmidt, Recruitment Coordinator, at (509) 395 3465 or katie{@}mtadamsinstitute.org.
Position Title: Recreation and Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Intern
Project Location: 855 Highway 101 S. Reedsport, OR 97467
Position Summary: In partnership with the Mt. Adams Institute, the Siuslaw National Forest offers this field-going position located along the scenic Oregon Coast on the Central Coast Ranger District. This position will assist in management of the forest in efforts that connect people to their national forest primarily through recreation, conservation education and stewardship activities. Most of the work will be performed outside under all weather conditions and involves summer peak season weekend work and holiday weekends.
General Responsibilities (to include, but not limited to):
1. The work is performed primarily in field setting, with office assignments to record data into a computer.
2. Assures recreation sites and areas are operated and maintained in accordance with operation and maintenance plans.
3. Routinely maintains, repairs and cleans developed sites such as campgrounds and day use areas and associated facilities, roadside and/or backcountry dispersed sites.
4. Operates a 4x4 vehicle to patrol OHV areas, visit dispersed campsites and perform work in backcountry areas.
5. Provides information about recreation opportunities and current conditions to Forest visitors, shares stewardship messages to gain public understanding of natural resources, and educates visitors on rules, regulations, and restrictions.
6. Promote Leave No Trace/Tread Lightly principles and other stewardship messages through public outreach and education
7. Supports the monitoring of invasive species wildlife, and providing visitor education
8. Coordination with partners and volunteers in planning and carrying out specific projects
9. As opportunities arise, work in other functions of the Forest Service to include wildlife, botany, timber, and cultural resources
10. Complete a Community Action Project that is identified by the Intern, researched, and implemented during the term of service.
11. Attend and complete all MAI/AmeriCorps training and service requirements including orientation, trainings, team meetings and national service days.
12. Complete and submit all necessary MAI/AmeriCorps paperwork and reports in a timely manner.
13. Wear an MAI uniform and/or appropriate identifiers and required safety gear while performing service or attending official events.
Position Requirements:
1. Must have a valid driver's license, clean driving record and ability to provide documentation. Must comply with Driver Certification and Safety Agreement (see VetsWork Application Documents on website).
2. Attend a mandatory orientation in Corbett, OR from 2/4 to 2/8, quarterly Intern trainings in Trout Lake, WA (food and lodging provided for orientation and trainings), and quarterly Intern meetings.
3. Physical activity and exposure to weather elements is a working condition associated with this position. It involves walking, climbing in rough terrain and sand dunes, and lifting.
4. Work environment conditions range from working within campgrounds, trailheads, picnic sites, OHV areas and trails, and visitor centers. Work may be on pavement or in remote areas of loose sand.
5. Some locations are outside cell service, and require use of handheld radios.
6. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
7. The work will be within recreation areas, where public engagement will be part of the job.
8. Basic computer skills and ability to use hand-held data recorders.
9. Communicates and interacts in a positive, professional manner with a diverse group of staff or the general public.
10. Ability to work with others or alone.
11. Ability to take measurements and recordings and document information accurately.
12. Regular and reliable attendance.
13. Willingness to clean public vault toilets in recreation areas and clean up litter left by Forest visitors, and general landscape maintenance such as trimming vegetation.
14. Meet other requirements of federal employee (eg. background check)
15. Must have served in US Armed Forces and have a DD214 with an honorable discharge.
16. 21 years of age at beginning of service term.
17. U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident.
18. Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent, or commit to earning one prior to receiving an education award.
19. Ability to commit to the full 45-week term of service.
20. Selection, placement and retention are contingent upon passing the National Sex Offender Public Register and a national FBI fingerprint check. Position does not have recurring access to vulnerable populations.
21. Members are eligible to serve up to four terms of service and receive AmeriCorps Education awards for each term of service up to the value of two full time education awards only. It is the responsibility of the applicant to inform MAI of any previous service in an AmeriCorps program, regardless of whether or not they completed the previous term(s) of service. MAI is not liable for providing an Education Award to a member if they are not eligible under the Corporation for National and Community Service AmeriCorps guidelines.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Experience in safe use of hand, power tools, or chainsaws (farming, gardening, landscaping, carpentry, construction, etc.).
2. General understanding of maintenance.
3. Familiarity with GPS, GIS, map reading and navigation.
4. Comfortable and enjoys talking with the public or public speaking.
5. Experience supervising volunteers.
6. Computer skills with databases, data recorder.
Visit: mtadamsinstitute.org/internships/ for a full position description and application instructions.
To view a short video about Mt. Adams Institute's VetsWork program visit mtadamsinstitute.org/programs/.
Benefits include:
-$1,200 Monthly Living Allowance
-$6,095 AmeriCorps Education Award
-VetsWork is an apprenticeship program approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Department of Labor. Members with G.I. Bill benefits may be able to dual enroll as an apprentice and access their Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) of up to approximately $2400 per month. Actual benefits vary by individuals' qualified benefits.
-Housing Available
-Health Insurance
-Child Care Assistance
-Student Loan Forbearance
-Networking/Professional Development/Training Opportunities
For more open positions and detailed position descriptions with full application instructions, please visit: mtadamsinstitute.org/internships/.
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