AmeriCorps
Community Engagement & Trail Operations Steward-VHCB/MRPA
AmeriCorps, Waitsfield, Vermont, us, 05673
Community Engagement & Trail Operations Steward-VHCB/MRPA
The member will participate in projects spanning education, recreation, transportation, trail maintenance, and volunteer management. The Community Engagement & Trail Operations Steward will support the organization by maintaining existing trails, conducting outreach and events, partnering with local organizations on community projects, and progressing a bike and pedestrian corridor connecting five towns. This position is part of the Vermont Housing & Conservation Board AmeriCorps (VHCB AmeriCorps). The VHCB AmeriCorps program supports creating stable affordable housing opportunities for Vermont residents while preserving the natural and working landscape. Mad River Path leads the Active Transportation Corridor from Warren to Moretown in the Mad River Valley, Vermont to connect communities and provide access to nature and outdoor recreation for valley residents and visitors. Position details : Full Time (1720 hours total across ~41 weeks). Living allowance: $30,500 (pre-tax). Education award: $7,395 (pre-tax) upon successful completion. Other benefits include health insurance, federal student loan forbearance, and various training and networking opportunities. Member Duties : Maintenance of 15 miles of paths as part of a stewardship team using manual and power tools Assist teaching groups of 10 students aged 9–14 in backcountry settings Safely operate motor vehicles and ride a bike to travel between sites Write blog posts, local newspaper pieces, and social media updates highlighting the mission, service activities, updates, and events Organize activities for students and volunteer work parties Design and implement trail improvements and engage with trail users Assist with the completion of the Active Transportation Corridor Study Participate in VHCB AmeriCorps trainings, service days, events, and program initiatives Engage in professional and personal development activities and networking opportunities Program Benefits : Training, Living Allowance, Education Award upon completion, Health Coverage, and childcare assistance if eligible. Terms : Permits attendance at school during off hours; car recommended; permits working at another job during off hours. Service Areas : Community Outreach, Children/Youth, Education, Environment. Skills : Youth Development, Leadership, Environment, Communications, Community Organization, Teamwork, First Aid, Teaching/Tutoring, General Skills. Summary : Program Type: AmeriCorps State / National Program: Community Engagement & Trail Operations Steward-VHCB/MRPA Program Start/End Date: 01/13/2026 - 12/11/2026 Work Schedule: Full Time Education Level: High school diploma/GED Age Requirement: 17+ Program Locations: Vermont Accepting Applications: 09/24/2025 - 12/31/2025 Contact : Misha Golfman, 4061 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT 05673, 802-828-3249, m.watt@vhcb.org
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The member will participate in projects spanning education, recreation, transportation, trail maintenance, and volunteer management. The Community Engagement & Trail Operations Steward will support the organization by maintaining existing trails, conducting outreach and events, partnering with local organizations on community projects, and progressing a bike and pedestrian corridor connecting five towns. This position is part of the Vermont Housing & Conservation Board AmeriCorps (VHCB AmeriCorps). The VHCB AmeriCorps program supports creating stable affordable housing opportunities for Vermont residents while preserving the natural and working landscape. Mad River Path leads the Active Transportation Corridor from Warren to Moretown in the Mad River Valley, Vermont to connect communities and provide access to nature and outdoor recreation for valley residents and visitors. Position details : Full Time (1720 hours total across ~41 weeks). Living allowance: $30,500 (pre-tax). Education award: $7,395 (pre-tax) upon successful completion. Other benefits include health insurance, federal student loan forbearance, and various training and networking opportunities. Member Duties : Maintenance of 15 miles of paths as part of a stewardship team using manual and power tools Assist teaching groups of 10 students aged 9–14 in backcountry settings Safely operate motor vehicles and ride a bike to travel between sites Write blog posts, local newspaper pieces, and social media updates highlighting the mission, service activities, updates, and events Organize activities for students and volunteer work parties Design and implement trail improvements and engage with trail users Assist with the completion of the Active Transportation Corridor Study Participate in VHCB AmeriCorps trainings, service days, events, and program initiatives Engage in professional and personal development activities and networking opportunities Program Benefits : Training, Living Allowance, Education Award upon completion, Health Coverage, and childcare assistance if eligible. Terms : Permits attendance at school during off hours; car recommended; permits working at another job during off hours. Service Areas : Community Outreach, Children/Youth, Education, Environment. Skills : Youth Development, Leadership, Environment, Communications, Community Organization, Teamwork, First Aid, Teaching/Tutoring, General Skills. Summary : Program Type: AmeriCorps State / National Program: Community Engagement & Trail Operations Steward-VHCB/MRPA Program Start/End Date: 01/13/2026 - 12/11/2026 Work Schedule: Full Time Education Level: High school diploma/GED Age Requirement: 17+ Program Locations: Vermont Accepting Applications: 09/24/2025 - 12/31/2025 Contact : Misha Golfman, 4061 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT 05673, 802-828-3249, m.watt@vhcb.org
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