Big Sky Watershed Corps

Reports to: Individual Placement Program Staff & Host Site Supervisor

Classification: Full Time – AmeriCorps Participant; Entitled to the benefit package offered to all AC participants

Position Summary

Big Sky Watershed Corps (BSWC) is an AmeriCorps program that assists Montana’s watershed communities to make a measurable difference in local conservation efforts while strengthening the
experience of young professionals. 

BSWC members develop and implement conservation resiliency initiatives through stream and riparian restoration projects, re-vegetation projects, low-tech process-based restoration, drought planning, water quality/quantity monitoring, riparian fencing, river clean-ups, terrestrial/aquatic invasive species removal, abandoned mine reclamation, beaver mimicry, irrigation infrastructure improvements, watershed inventories and more. BSWC members also promote watershed health and natural resource conservation through outreach and education by engaging local communities through lessons in schools, community field days, workshops, trainings, and volunteer opportunities. Overall, BSWC members confront conservation challenges with innovative solutions developed in direct partnership with community organizations and local stakeholders.

Primary duties include:

• Partner with Host Site staff/mentors to develop and implement watershed-related field projects. 
• Assist Host Site staff/mentors in the completion of watershed-related plans.
• Recruit and manage volunteers on field and service projects; ensure participant safety on all projects. 
• Develop materials (brochures, posters, etc.) to use in community presentations. 
• Conduct community outreach to educate community stakeholders about watershed issues. 
• Collaborate with schools and/or youth groups to develop field projects or educational presentations. 
• Maintain accurate personnel, safety and project records. 
• Complete and submit required program reports and evaluations in a timely manner. 
• Attend program-hosted trainings (in-person and online) and member/staff meetings as set by program guidelines.
• Help develop, write and submit watershed-related plans, proposals, reports, and grants 

Minimum Qualifications:

• College degree (B.A./B.S.), preferably in a natural resource related field. 
• U.S. citizen, National, or Lawful Permanent Resident 
• Ability to pass a National Service Criminal History Check
• Ability to provide personal transportation to worksites, housing and trainings. 
• Valid driver’s license, ability to pass a motor vehicle records check (depends on host site)
• Ability to connect with and build consensus among diverse stakeholders. 
• Open and adaptable to new environments, different perspectives and rural communities. 

Desired Experience:

• Previous watershed-related experience, including fieldwork, data collection and analysis, or plan development. 
• Previous teaching or volunteer management experience. 

MCC is committed to being welcoming to all and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply.

While this position description describes the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position, it is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All Montana Conservation Corps positions may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities.