Length –  06/24/2024 – 11/22/2024, 22 weeks, full-time (40 hr/week) 

Location – Berkeley Springs, WV

Living Allowance - $600/week

AmeriCorps Award – Position is eligible for an AmeriCorps education award upon successful completion of the program. Value of education award is $3,447.50, pre-tax. Still working on a degree at a West Virginia school? Learn how to maximize your education award in West Virginia!

Application Due Date – Preference will be given to applicants that submit their application by 5/15/2024 

Title of Position – WV Rural Engagement Ambassador for Development and Youth (WV READY) – Morgan County Commission

 

Position Details

The Morgan County Commission, in partnership with Stewards Individual Placements (Stewards) seeks a WV READY AmeriCorps Member for a 22-week (4.5 months) term to serve as an outdoor recreation development coordinator. The member will perform a variety of administrative and professional work to enhance the outdoor recreation economy and opportunities in Morgan County, increasing the quality of life for residents and visitors alike.

This person will play a crucial role in creating and developing our trail organization, serving as the outdoor recreation development coordinator. 

 

Project Responsibilities

Under supervision and direction of the Morgan County administrator and Morgan County Economic Development Authority’s executive director, the WV READY member will: Become knowledgeable about Morgan County’s outdoor recreation economy, assets, and related business programs as well as current activities  Research potential funding resources and assist in preparing funding requests/grant applications to expand outdoor recreation infrastructure and programming in Morgan County  Compile information and prepare reports regarding the planning, construction, and completion status of various outdoor recreation economic development projects Create and maintain an inventory/spreadsheet of outdoor recreation assets, related businesses, and program/activities available in Morgan County  Collaborate with the Morgan County Parks and Recreation Board to expand outdoor recreation programming Assist in the development of an outdoor recreation marketing campaign to promote local outdoor recreation assets, businesses, activities/events, etc.  Support volunteer efforts of various community groups working on outdoor recreation projects within Morgan County 

 

Benefits 

$600/week living stipend 
Segal Education Award upon completion of term $3,447.50 (pre-tax)  Receive tuition and fee waivers at West Virginia institutions of higher education   Professional development   Access to all member and alumni benefits of Conservation Legacy – a national conservation non-profit  Make a HUGE impact in your community  Propel your career forward with intentional experience and professional connections