Program and Position Overview: MCC is dedicated to accomplishing outdoor recreation and conservation projects for the public, promoting and managing volunteer opportunities, providing conservation education, building self-esteem and leadership, and raising the aspirations of members and volunteers.  Environmental Stewards begin their term of service with 3 weeks of training and orientation.  After training, Environmental Stewards are placed individually with Maine federal, state or non-profit organizations to recruit and train community volunteers and accomplish conservation projects.

Location:  The MCC office is located in Hallowell, Maine.  Training typically takes place in the Hallowell area.  Post training, Environmental Stewards are placed at service sites throughout Maine

Time Commitment: 

•        April 29 - October 26, 2013

•        26 weeks; 40 hours per week

•        Monday-Friday with overnights during training; some weekends and overnights maybe required after training, depending on placement and host site schedules

Key Responsibilities:

•        Create new trails and rehabilitate existing trails

•        Implement existing land management plans

•        Recruit, train and lead volunteers to create and improve recreational trail systems

•        Establish a sustainable, dedicated community volunteer base

•        Develop plans and fundraise for conservation projects

•        Complete all paperwork in a thorough and timely manner, including submission of timesheets and other forms required by the MCC.

•        Represent the MCC and the host site organization in a professional and supportive manner.

•        Adhere to the MCC drug free workplace policy.

•        Other duties as assigned, not to include AmeriCorps prohibited activities

Typical Training Topics:

Maine Driving Dynamics - First Aid & CPR Certification - Chainsaw Safety - GPS Data Collection - Griphoist and Rigging Operations - Conflict Resolution, Diversity, and Communication - Principles of Leadership - Working with Volunteers - Leave No Trace - Trail Tools and Safety

Qualifications: 

•        High School diploma or equivalent

•        Must be at least 18 years old

•        Must be a US Citizen

•        Must pass criminal and sex offender background checks

•        Eligibility for AmeriCorps and ability to complete term of service

Essential Functions: 

•        Have the ability to live and perform strenuous work under challenging conditions

•        Have the desire to learn, serve others, and make a difference

•        Good communication skills

•        Excellent work ethic

•        Interest in personal growth and in participating in on-going training

•        Previous trail construction,  planning and fundraising experience

•        Experience with volunteer management practices

Desired Functions:

•        Responsible and reliable

•        Follows directions

•        Possesses motivation and initiative