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Stewards VISTA: NM Forest & Watershed Restoration Institute-Collaboration Specia

CORPS NETWORK, Pikeville, Kentucky, United States, 41501

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FOUNDED IN: 1998 JOB DETAILS

Actively Recruiting : Yes Position title : Stewards VISTA: NM Forest & Watershed Restoration Institute-Collaboration Specialist– AmeriCorps Deadline to apply : 2025-06-18 Type of Position : Intern / Individual Placement Town, City, Park, etc : Las Vegas, Rio Rancho State / Territory : New Mexico Benefits : Education Award, Health Insurance, Relocation Assistance, Student Loan Forbearance Project/Program Focus : Other

This AmeriCorps Program aims to strengthen community-based collaborative conservation (CBCC) efforts in New Mexico, supporting ecological resilience, adaptive forest management, and restoration-based economic development in rural areas. Guided by values of collaboration, capacity building, and sustainability, the program addresses critical land, air, and water and economic challenges by fostering partnerships and empowering local communities to reduce wildfire risks and promote conservation. The VISTA Collaboration Specialist, an AmeriCorps Position, will expand and enhance networks of CBCC organizations, improve access to resources, and lead training initiatives in collaborative techniques, financial development, and problem-solving. By bridging local and statewide efforts, the member’s service will connect ecological conservation with rural economic growth, creating lasting impacts on forest health and community vitality. "The AmeriCorps VISTA member will build capacity and develop sustainable solutions to alleviate poverty in underserved communities." JOB DUTIES

Description of Duties: The VISTA Collaboration Specialist will: Expand Collaborative Networks: Strengthen and grow the existing network of community-based collaborative conservation (CBCC) organizations in New Mexico. Facilitate connections between regional CBCC groups to enhance collaborative capacity and knowledge sharing. Create New Resource Networks: Develop a new network to improve the accessibility of financial, informational, and technical resources for CBCC groups. Establish partnerships and coordinate with stakeholders to address resource gaps. Support Training and Skill Development: Assist in creating and delivering training programs focused on collaboration techniques, adaptive management practices, conflict resolution, and leadership development. Promote skill-building initiatives to empower community members in collaborative conservation efforts. Engage in Economic Development: Support restoration-based economic development projects in rural communities by connecting CBCC efforts with local economic opportunities. Participate in planning and implementing strategies that align ecological restoration with job creation and poverty reduction. Collaborate on Statewide and Multi-State Initiatives: Contribute to broader efforts aimed at developing resources and tools to support CBCC organizations across New Mexico and beyond. Represent the program at CBCC meetings and training sessions, both in-person and through virtual platforms. REQUIREMENTS ADDITIONAL BENEFITS CONTACT INFORMATION RELATED JOBS

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