Campus Climate Action Leader
Campus Compact
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Term length
8/26/2024 - 7/31/2025
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Location
New Britain, Connecticut
Hourly pay equivalent
$11.00
Project summary
Campus Climate Action Corps engages AmeriCorps members in developing partnerships between higher education institutions and the community to develop and implement a climate action plan. Members increase energy efficiency in underserved households, improve at-risk ecosystems, provide community education about energy-saving behaviors and environmental stewardship, and receive green career training. Members serve in small teams and leverage volunteers, impacting both the campus and community.
Opportunity description
Corps members will serve as home energy navigators for underserved households by providing basic home assessments, low-tech interventions, and referrals to energy assistance programs. They will plan and implement community project to improve at-risk ecosystem health. They will provide community education on energy-saving behaviors and environmental stewardship.
Benefits
- Education benefit
- Healthcare
- Child care
Requirements and qualifications
Requirements
High School diploma. US citizen, national, or legal permanent resident. Must be able to complete a federal background check. Valid driver's license and access to personal vehicle.
Preferred qualifications
Passionate about mitigating climate change. particularly in underserved communities. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent human relation skills. Knowledge of educational techniques and social media strategy. Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and cloud-based applications. Bilingual in Spanish.
Opportunity details
Focus area
- Energy audits
- Weatherization of homes and public buildings
- Local ecosystem restoration
- Volunteer recruitment and management
- Environmental education and training
- Environmental justice
Work environment
- Indoor
- Outdoor