Opportunity summary
Term length
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1/2/2025 - 12/31/2025
Application window
11/12/2024 - 1/31/2025
Location
Denver, Colorado
Hourly pay equivalent
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$15.00
Project summary
Fight Climate Change in Your Community. Make a difference, and make a better future for yourself at Mile High Youth Corps. We are a group of young people who are focused on combatting Climate Change and educating ourselves on the issues that face our community. The Community Climate Education program is a team-based program for individuals between the ages of 18-24. Participants (called Climate Educators) serve as community connectors and educate local residents on the issues of climate change, heat vulnerability, and water scarcity.
Opportunity description
Complete a term of service as a Community Climate Education Corpsmember with our Energy & Water Conservation program. Corpsmembers will help to create and implement a new public outreach and engagement project alongside Denver's Climate Action, Sustainability and Resiliency office. Corpsmembers will serve as community outreach representatives, create outreach strategies, and connect with local residents at community events and in their households.
Benefits
- Education benefit
- Workforce credential or certificate
- Federal noncompetitive hiring authority
- Mental and behavioral health benefits
Requirements and qualifications
Requirements
This program requires some Corpsmembers to be program drivers; driver eligibility requirements: a minimum 21 years old, a valid driver's license, and an insurable DMV record. (Driver eligibility not required for application). A Pre-Service National Service Criminal History Check is required. Must not engage in any prohibited activities listed in the AmeriCorps member service agreement and must adhere to rules and regulations specified in the MHYC handbook. Travel with MHYC vehicles is required during service.
Preferred qualifications
Between 18-24 years old. Must be eligible for enrollment in AmeriCorps as a US Citizen, National, or Lawful Permanent Resident. Documentation will be required on the first day. High School Diploma or currently working towards GED/High School Equivalency is required. English proficiency; preferred: bilingual, Spanish-speaking applicants. Capable of participating in physical labor including but not limited to: the ability to lift 50 lbs., able to conduct repetitive hand and arm motions, and able to maneuver in tight spaces.
