Location: Gainesville,FL, USA
Florida Conservation Corps (FLCC): Project R.O.A.R.
The Florida Conservation Corps (FLCC) AmeriCorps Program is administered by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). Members serve 1700 hours in Florida State Parks. FLCC members will serve under one of two Project areas, Project A.N.T. (AmeriCorps Nonnative plant Terminators) or Project R.O.A.R (Regional Outreach and Awareness Recruiters). Members are required to work 35 - 40 hours per week and must have a positive attitude. Project R.O.A.R. members are placed throughout Florida. They work directly with DEP staff to identify parks in need of volunteer recruitment and outreach. Members may create outreach material while managing DEP's volunteer tracking systems. In addition, these members work with FLCC's A.N.T. (AmeriCorps Non-native plant Terminators) to assist them with volunteer and outreach goals. Benefits: Leadership Skills (assist parks/AmeriCorps members coordinate/manage volunteer-based events, and outreach material development) Professional Development (intro to federal & state guidelines, managing various databases, conflict resolution) Community Outreach (Flyer and graphic design/development, volunteer recruitment, park events, and FLCC promotion) On/off-site Training: Interpretation, Leadership, Disaster Response, CPR/First Aid/AED, Communication, Resume/Cover Letter Workshop, & district/park specific training. Monetary benefits: monthly stipend ($2,200), loan deferment, childcare assistance, onsite/offsite training, SNAP assistance, free health insurance, Member Assistance Plan (comparable to an EAP), Worker's Compensation, and free housing (available at specific locations). Requirements: A valid driver's license, is able to complete an FBI/FDLE background check (free), has a high school diploma or equivalent, able to tolerate extreme environmental conditions of Florida, enjoys public speaking, interested in outreach, is good with computers and multiple design platforms. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here.
Member Duties : Florida Conservation Corps Members serving under Project R.O.A.R. (Regional Outreach and Awareness Recruiters) will educate state park visitors and their surrounding communities about the threats posed by invasive plants, as well as be advocates for state park trail user accessibility, recruit volunteers, and uphold the Florida State Park mission. These members will also work closely with park service staff to identify parks in need of volunteers and interpretation. In addition, they'll serve alongside FLCC Project A.N.T. members, who focus on invasive plant management, trail maintenance, and outreach.
Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service , Childcare assistance if eligible , housing provided at only some locations , Training , Health Coverage , Stipend .
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours , Uniforms provided and required , Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours .
Service Areas :
Children/Youth , Education , Environment , Community Outreach .
Skills :
Leadership , Fine Arts/Crafts , General Skills , Community Organization , Youth Development , Environment , Conflict Resolution , Writing/Editing , Teaching/Tutoring , Education , Team Work , Communications , Computer Program Skills , Public Speaking , Computers/Technology , Recruitment .