ShreveCorps: Environmental Stewardship

AmeriCorps; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 13,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education award

Job summary

AmeriCorps is expanding the ShreveCorps program in Shreveport, Louisiana, to build on the success of revitalizing 10 acres of unused public lots in Caddo Parish. The effort focuses on environmental stewardship, biodiversity, and healthier neighborhoods.

In partnership with the Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Department, the program aims to revitalize 100 acres of parkland and enhance community pride through native planting and invasive species removal.

Qualifications

• Commitment to environmental stewardship and community service.

Responsibilities

• Assist in revitalizing 100 acres of parkland across Caddo Parish with partners.
• Remove invasive species, plant native species, and restore biodiversity in public spaces.

Skills

Team Work

Job description

Our ShreveCorps program is expanding its environmental stewardship efforts by building on the success of its initial project of revitalizing 10 acres of unused public lots in low-income neighborhoods across Caddo Parish. These improvements, which include removing invasive species, hazardous debris, and trash as well as planting native plants and restoring biodiversity, have already had a positive impact on neighborhood health, aesthetics, and community pride. The success of our smaller projects has provided a blueprint for future efforts, paving the way for more significant initiatives.

Member Duties

Our ShreveCorps program is expanding its environmental stewardship efforts by building on the success of its initial project to revitalize 10 acres of unused public lots in low-income neighborhoods across Caddo Parish. The improvements, which included removing invasive species, hazardous debris, and trash, as well as planting native plants and restoring biodiversity, have positively impacted local health, aesthetics, and community pride. The success of these smaller-scale projects has provided a blueprint for future efforts, paving the way for larger initiatives. In partnership with the Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Department, ShreveCorps is now focusing on revitalizing underutilized public parks across Caddo Parish. The collaboration aims to improve 100 acres of parkland, ten times the original goal.

Program Benefits

Education award upon successful completion of service .

Terms

Car recommended .

Service Areas

Environment .

Skills

Team Work .

Program Type

AmeriCorps State / National

Program

ShreveCorps: Environmental Stewardship

Program Start/End Date

09/08/2026 - 12/31/2026

Work Schedule

Part Time

Age Requirement

Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations

LOUISIANA