Student Employment Job Board Posting: Watershed Stewards Program - WSP Corpsmember – Fisheries & Restoration Technician
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Field/Industry Natural Resources & Science
Business Name Watershed Stewards Program
Email Address wsp.info@ccc.ca.gov
Website https://ccc.ca.gov/what-we-do/conservation-programs/wsp-watershed-stewards-program/apply-to-wsp/
Job Position/Title WSP Corpsmember – Fisheries & Restoration Technician
Rate of Pay $2400/month
Days / Hours 40 hrs/ week
Link to job application https://ccc.ca.gov/what-we-do/conservation-programs/wsp-watershed-stewards-program/apply-to-wsp/
Job Description
WSP Corpsmember Position Overview:
Join the Watershed Stewards Program’s (WSP) 29th program year (October 2nd, 2022 - August 17th, 2023) and help improve watershed health by actively engaging in restoration science, civic service, and community education while empowering the next generation of environmental stewards!
WSP Corpsmembers (CMs) serve with one of WSP’s 22 Placement Site partners, 40+ hours/week, in a variety of ways. Each day CMs serve under the guidance of a Mentor to assess, monitor, and enhance California watersheds, however, the Watershed Recovery and Protection activities vary greatly based on which Placement Site CMs are assigned. All CMs will conduct similar Education & Outreach, Volunteer Recruitment, and Professional Development components of the program outlined below.
Watershed Recovery and Protection (72% of CMs’ time)
CMs may assist in the coordination and implementation of projects including, but not limited to:
Field Data Collection – habitat typing, spawner surveys, snorkel surveys, trawling, seining, screw trap monitoring, water quality monitoring, etc.
In-Channel Restoration – installing large woody debris or off-channel ponds, removing fish barriers
Invasive Removal – removing non-native plant or aquatic species
Riparian Restoration/ Revegetation – planting/ propagating native plant species
Water Conservation – install water catchment systems or rainwater gardens/ sheet mulching
Project Maintenance – monitor for effectiveness, weed abatement and watering existing plants
Data Management – DIDSON data review, data entry and analysis, literature review and research development, GIS mapping
Education and Outreach (13% of CMs’ time)
Using WSP’s Wonders of Watershed (WOW!) curriculum, CMs instruct 2nd - 6th grade students in watershed and salmonid science. All CMs are trained and supported by WSP staff in classroom management, lesson development, and WOW! program procedures.
CMs also deliver various outreach presentations and educational opportunities to students and community members via episodic classroom visits, environmental education fairs, field trips, or community service projects.
Volunteer Recruitment (10% of CMs’ time)
Each CM develops a Watershed Awareness Volunteer Event (WAVE) where they identify a local watershed need/partnering organization then plan and implement a small-scale restoration event of their choosing. CMs recruit, train, and manage at least 30 community volunteers and get the chance to plan a restoration event from start to finish, with WSP guidance. WAVEs provide the opportunity for CMs to take on a leadership role and educate community members about their local watersheds, all while improving watershed health.
Professional Development (5% of CMs’ time)
All CMs participate in both WSP sponsored and site-specific trainings which may vary slightly each year. Examples of WSP trainings include Wilderness First Aid/CPR, Swiftwater Training, Government Vehicle Training, attendance at the Salmonid Restoration Federation Conference, and more.
Requirements
Qualifications for CM Applicants:
Between the ages of 18-28 (by 10/02/2022)
High school diploma
U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident Alien
Possess or willing to obtain a California Driver’s License with a clean driving record - No more than 2 points on CA driver’s record
Experience in conducting watershed restoration, conducting environmental surveys, or analyzing scientific data
Interest in environmental education and volunteer management
Willing and able to relocate to Placement Site community - relocation expenses are not provided
Apply By
- Online Application
- Include Cover Letter
Additional Information
CM Benefits:
A monthly living stipend of $2,400
CMs that successfully complete a Full-time 1700-hour service term will be eligible to receive the following education awards:
Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of up to $6,345
California for All Award of $3,655
No-cost basic medical insurance
Student loan forbearance on eligible loans
Childcare subsidy if CM meets eligibility requirements
Uniform and field gear (waders, wader boots, shirts, pants, hats, raingear, fleece, etc.)
Paid opportunities to shadow other CMs at other WSP Placement Sites
Mentorship from environmental professionals
Hands-on training and exceptional networking opportunities