AmeriCorps Regulatory Program Member
| Length | Full-time, residential and non-residential, lasting 12 months |
| Location | Locations throughout the US, see more information below |
| Living Allowance | $300 week, health insurance provided |
| AmeriCorps Award | AmeriCorps member are eligible for an AmeriCorps education award upon successful completion of the program. Value of the education award is $5,550. |
| Ages | 18+ |
| Start Date | Positions starting September 1st with flexibility for later start dates throughout the fall |
| Specific training | In-person training for all trainees, hands on work experience |
Program Basics
The Office of Surface Mining (OSM), Southwest Conservation Corps (SCC) and AmeriCorps have partnered to support State Regulatory Agencies (SRA) to complete projects focused on protecting communities and the environment from the adverse effects of surface mining activity. SCC places 20 OSM/AmeriCorps Members with participating State Regulatory Agencies to opportunities qualified members to receive training and experience in this field. The OSM/AmeriCorps Regulatory Mining Program is intended to develop an approach to introducing recent college graduates to state surface coal mining regulatory work in a carefully-mentored environment over a full year of training while completing important projects focused on environmental stewardship. AmeriCorps is a national service organization, connecting thousands of Americans of all ages and backgrounds with the opportunity to serve their communities.
Participant Tasking Examples
GIS Mapping, CAD conversions & Geodatabase Development
Permit Application Reviews
Web Design & Programming
Watershed Health Assessments
Writing Environmental Impact Statements
Remote Sensing Technical Support
Environmental Database Creation or Conversion
Outreach & Education
Participating State Regulatory Agencies
West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection
Virginia Department of Mines, Minerals, & Energy
Texas Railroad Commission
Alabama Surface Mining Commission
Office of Surface Mining- Charleston (WV) Field Office
Office of Surface Mining- Western Regional Office (Denver, CO)
About the Position
-One-year (12 month), full term of service
-Benefits include health insurance and the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $5,550 (pre-tax) upon successful completion of the Program
-Annual living allowance of $15,600, paid bi-weekly
-Mentored by and work directly with voluntary State Regulatory Agency field personnel
-Professional development in the form of teamwork, communication, responsibility, understanding of SRA operations and other essential life skills
-Bi-annual Training, as funding allows
Qualifications and benefits
-Must be at least 18 years old and an US Citizen, National, or Lawful Permanent Resident Alien of the United States
-Must possess or be working towards a B.A./B.S. degree in a physical or natural sciences field (Geography, Civil Engineering, Earth Sciences, Ecology, Engineering, Environmental Science/Studies, Forestry, Geology, Mechanical Engineering, Mining, Planning – Natural Resource emphasis, Computer Science/Information Technology, or related field)
-Strong oral and written communications skills
-Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite required
-Experience with GPS usage, database management, and GIS mapping are preferred
-Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively as part of a larger team
-Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
-Possession of a current valid driver’s license is required at the time of hire. This work may require the use of manual and automatic four-wheel-drive vehicles during all times of the year, driving and field work in varying weather conditions, and solitary travel to somewhat remote areas
-Considerable physical activity may be required at some sites
-Positions may require individuals capable of negotiating, and handling stressful situations in a diplomatic and non-adversarial manner
-Regulatory Trainees will be required to submit quarterly reports and a final report during their year of service
How to Apply
Please submit the OSM/AmeriCorps Regulatory Mining application form (link below), your résumé (uploaded), a cover letter (2 pages maximum stating why you are interested in this position), and a writing sample. Only electronic copies will be accepted and incomplete applications will not be considered. Cover letter and writing sample should be sent to cora [at] sccorps [dot] org
CLICK HERE FOR THE APPLICATION
Diversity & Anti-Discrimination
In accordance with OSM’s Equal Opportunity, SCC’s Non-Discrimination & Anti-Harassment, and AmeriCorps’ Grant Program Civil Rights Policies, applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or handicap.
Adhering to OSM’s effort to enhance opportunities for minority higher education institutions to participate and benefit from programs related to surface coal mining and reclamation activities, minorities and graduates of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Hispanic Serving Institutions and Tribal Colleges and Universities are encouraged to apply.
For More Information
Contact Cora McCold, Program Coordinator
970-403-0137 cora@sccorps.org
