Riparian Seed Steward (AmeriCorps)

AmeriCorps; East Charleston (VT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Education award

Living Allowance

Training

Childcare assistance

Job summary

The Riparian Lands Seed Steward in Vermont will work with the NorthWoods Conservation Science Department and VHCB AmeriCorps to promote floodplain forest habitat restoration through seed collection, processing, and native species propagation on partner projects across the state.

The role includes training, planning, field scouting, data collection, and teaching educational content about seeds, wildlife habitat, and floodplain restoration, with a 40-hour week for 47 weeks and a $31,000 living

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Age 17+ with full-time service commitment.
• Commitment to 47 weeks (1720 hours) at ~40 hours/week.

Responsibilities

• Learn seed collection techniques and identify native species in the field.
• Plan, scout for, collect seeds and prepare field materials.
• Maintain detailed field notes and data; track phenology.
• Engage partners and help grow the Riparian Lands Native Seed Network.

Skills

Communications

Community Organization

Leadership

General Skills

Environment

Team Work

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

The Riparian Lands Seed Steward in Vermont will work with the NorthWoods Conservation Science Department and VHCB AmeriCorps to promote floodplain forest habitat restoration through seed collection, processing, and native species propagation on partner projects across the state.

The role includes training, planning, field scouting, data collection, and teaching educational content about seeds, wildlife habitat, and floodplain restoration, with a 40-hour week for 47 weeks and a $31,000 living