Oak Ridge - Stormwater Technician | American Climate Corps

Opportunity summary

Term length

8/11/2024 - 6/27/2025

Application window

3/14/2024 - 8/2/2024

Location

Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Hourly pay equivalent

$16.17

Project summary

Engage Americans of all ages in addressing issues related to water resources through management, stewardship, and restoration activities that may include visual stream assessments, delivering education and outreach programming, public involvement, and many others.

Opportunity description

Up to 2 positions are available. As a recently mandated Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4), the City of Oak Ridge gives CAC AmeriCorps members the unique opportunity to assist in expanding the city's stormwater program under the direction of the Environmental Compliance Manager. This position provides a mix of office, field, classroom, and event work as well as a variety of experiences and opportunities.

Benefits

Education benefit
Workforce credential or certificate
Healthcare
Mental and behavioral health benefits
Child care
Relocation expenses

Requirements and qualifications

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in related field. Knowledge of programs such as MS Office. Experience collecting data using a handheld GPS device and Arc Collector. Experience in managing volunteer events, public speaking, and educating the public. Ability to navigate uneven terrain, and challenging weather conditions.

Preferred qualifications

Ability to work with little supervision at times. Ability to maintain a positive attitude and professionalism. Ability to explain relevant information clearly to a variety of audiences.

Opportunity details

Focus area

Natural resource preservation and conservation
Waterway restoration
Stormwater management
Local ecosystem restoration
Soil and water conservation
Marketing and outreach
Volunteer recruitment and management
Environmental education and training
Environmental research and citizen science

Work environment

Individual placement
Urban
Indoor
Outdoor