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To fill out an application, visit www.salisbury.edu/americorps and click on ‘Become a Member’ and then 'Fill out an Application.'

About ShoreCorps/AmeriCorps:

ShoreCorps is a State AmeriCorps program, funded in part by the Governor's Office on Service and Volunteerism. AmeriCorps is a civil society program supported by the U.S. federal government, foundations, corporations, and other donors engaging adults in public service work with a goal of "helping others and meeting critical needs in the community." Members commit to full-time or part-time positions offered by a network of nonprofit community organizations and public agencies, to fulfill assignments in the fields of education, public safety, health care, and environmental protection. The program is often seen as a domestic Peace Corps. It employs more than 75,000 Americans in intensive service each year.

Position Description:

Forever Maryland is seeking a Full-Time AmeriCorps member for the 2024-2025 service year to serve in a Land Use & Conservation Education role.

Forever Maryland (www.ForeverMaryland.org), a statewide 501(c)(3) nonprofit in good standing, was founded to promote and enhance land conservation statewide through education, advocacy, and outreach. We are a highly collaborative organization that hosts educational programming (including the annual Maryland Land Conservation Conference and a Workshop & Webinar Series), convenes dozens of nonprofits and conservation leaders, and that generally supports the improved conservation and restoration of Maryland's essential farms, critical habitat, parks, trails, culturally sensitive areas, and more.

Member Responsibilities:

• Develop Canva/digital communications for conservation education
• Plan and host a “Talk & Tour” Conservation & Restoration Series (including a boat tour)
• Help update the “Maryland Protected Lands Dashboard”
• Write/support the creation of "30x30” land conservation editorials and progress towards "40x40"
• Support the production/planning of the 2025 Maryland Land Conservation Conference

Requirements for applicants include the following:

• Have a strong interest in serving the community
• Be able to relate to diverse populations
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Able to provide copy of either high school diploma, GED, or college transcript
• Have reliable transportation
• Be available to attend the free, AmeriCorps class at SU alternate Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., during the Fall and Spring semesters.
• Must successfully pass a comprehensive Criminal History Check, which includes FBI fingerprinting
• Must be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, or lawful permanent resident alien
• Applicants DO NOT need to be college students, anyone from the community who fits the above requirements may participate.

Benefits available to the AmeriCorps Member:

• Valuable experience
• A bi-weekly stipend of $1,062
• An education award of $7,395 for future educational expenses or repayment of federal student loans - members who are age 55 or older may gift their education award to a child or grandchild
• Federal student loan forbearance while in service, with exemption from paying interest accrued during that time
• 8 tuition-free credits at Salisbury University for completion of training course
• Health insurance and child care reimbursement, if eligible
• Access to AmeriCorps Alumni Network

Forever Maryland would prefer a member that could serve during normal business hours, but can be flexible on how the 40-hour week would be achieved, including weekends.

Member will begin on or after August 15th, 2024, and must complete 1,700 hours by August 14th, 2025.

This position is offered through a partnership with ShoreCorps, the AmeriCorps program at Salisbury University. It is contingent upon federal funding and approval of the AmeriCorps office.

To fill out an application, visit www.salisbury.edu/americorps and click on ‘Become a Member’ and then ‘Fill out an application.’

AmeriCorps is a network of national service programs, made up of three primary programs that each take a different approach to improving lives and fostering civic engagement. Members commit their time to address critical community needs. Similar to the Military or the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps is another form of service to our country. The mission of AmeriCorps is to make our people safer, stronger, and healthier; to strengthen our communities; and to Get Things Done for America. Our program, ShoreCorps, is one of hundreds of AmeriCorps programs nationwide. To learn more about AmeriCorps https://www.nationalservice.gov/programs/americorps

Salisbury University has a strong institutional commitment to diversity and equal employment and educational opportunities for its faculty, staff, and students. To that end, the University prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. The University adheres to the EEO/AA policies set forth by federal and Maryland laws. Direct all inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policy to: Humberto Aristizabal, Associate Vice President of Institutional Equity, Title IX Coordinator, Room 100 Holloway Hall, 1101 Camden Ave. Salisbury, MD 21801; Tel. 410-543-6426.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $531.25 per week

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Health insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License or State ID (Required)

Work Location: In person