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Appalachian Forest National Heritage Area AmeriCorps

AmeriCorps, Elkins, West Virginia, United States, 26241

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AmeriCorps Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Live in outstandingly beautiful surroundings and benefit rural communities preserving their rich heritage and environment! Appalachian Forest National Heritage Area is an 18 county initiative to develop rural cultural heritage and conservation of forest heritage assets. Join the AFNHA AmeriCorps team and help West Virginia communities accomplish on-the-ground results for projects that conserve, develop and enhance natural, heritage and community assets in order to protect the environment and benefit community development. Individual and small team position opportunities include environmental field work, education and outreach, as well as cultural heritage development and interpretation for rural communities. New applications are now being accepted for positions starting in September, 2025. This is an opportunity to gain professional experience toward conservation, cultural heritage, community development, or communications careers. College degree or significant life experience is preferred, candidates fresh out of high school are unlikely to succeed. Training in specific skills will be provided. See https://www.appalachianforestnha.org/americorps-about for latest information on openings and application instructions.

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Member Duties :

Conserve mountain ecosystems and heritage sites with AFNHA AmeriCorps. Members choose from a variety of opportunities, serving with agencies and non-profits to benefit the environment and rural communities. Conservation service includes field work like plantings, invasive species control, and ecosystem monitoring. Community heritage service may include museum collection management, historic preservation, and assisting with community projects. Environmental or cultural heritage stewardship education may include conducting interpretive tours or programs with youth & adults, helping with events, conducting community outreach, and welcoming visitors. Members may create interpretative products such as exhibits, signs, brochures, and develop and share stories through written, digital, audio or video media. Positions will include volunteer management & capacity building, community service projects, and opportunities for a variety of experiences in addition to primary assignment.

Program Benefits :

Training , Health Coverage , Stipend , Education award upon successful completion of service , Completion bonus; WV Tuition Waiver , Childcare assistance if eligible , Living Allowance .

Terms

Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended .

Service Areas

Children/Youth , Environment , Community Outreach , Neighborhood Revitalization , Community and Economic Development .

Skills

Public Speaking , Communications , History, Museum skills , Non-Profit Management , Environment , Trade/Construction , Leadership , Writing/Editing , Community Organization , Youth Development , Team Work , Computers/Technology , Fine Arts/Crafts .

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Summary

Program Type:

AmeriCorps State / National

Program

Appalachian Forest National Heritage Area AmeriCorps

Program Start/End Date

09/03/2025 - 09/02/2026

Work Schedule

Full Time

Education level

College graduate

Age Requirement

Minimum: 18 Maximum: 99

Program Locations

WEST VIRGINIA

Languages

English

Accepting Applications

From 06/27/2025 To 07/31/2026

Contact

Jennifer Rhyner

PO Box 1206

Elkins WV 26241

3046366182

americorps@afnha.org

www.appalachianforestnha.org

Listing ID

126851 Seniority level

Seniority level Entry level Employment type

Employment type Full-time Job function

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