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Quality Assurance Tester GIS

CALIBRE, Shiprock, NM, United States


As energy opportunities expand, coal and power facility jobs are declining across the United States. The Energy Communities AmeriCorps VISTA project will develop and advance programs that increase environmental awareness and stewardship, job training, employment pathways, and access to existing federal and community resources for low‑income individuals living in energy transition communities.

VISTA members will serve low‑income energy communities experiencing energy transformations. They will be placed with local organizations to help assess environmental impacts, identify existing supports, and develop economic transformation and revitalization goals with their communities.

Program Terms

Full time

1‑year in length

Begin in October 2024

All positions require in‑person service at the host agency

The living allowance for Energy Communities VISTAs is $88.63 per day (including weekends), equivalent to approximately $32,349.95 per year.

Responsibilities

Community Assessment: develop and implement community surveys, resource maps, identify local supports, and identify community stakeholders.

Partnership Building: develop internal and external committees, build coalitions, develop board and outreach to create lasting partnerships in the community.

Strategic Planning: create strategic plans including outreach, marketing, funding, program development and implementation plans.

Program Development and Implementation: grant writing, fundraising, outreach, volunteer program development, database development, and pilot programs.

Evaluation: evaluate implemented programs, identify best practices, and expand program efficiency, effectiveness, and reach.

Benefits

Segal Education Award ($7,395) OR Cash Stipend (~$1,800) upon successful completion of service

Living Allowance ($88.63/day, disbursed every two weeks)

Relocation Allowance

Regular training and professional development opportunities (free and virtual)

Employee wellness program (access to a licensed, professional counselor and 24/7 in‑moment support)

Childcare and healthcare benefits

Non‑competitive eligibility upon successful completion of the term

Networking and mentorship opportunities

Access to a nationwide cohort of like‑minded peers

Requirements

Applicant must have earned an undergraduate degree.

Skills (may vary by community needs): environment, community organization, leadership, public speaking, non‑profit management, conflict resolution, recruitment, fundraising and grant writing, counseling.

Experience: None specified beyond educational requirement.

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