Community Agroecology Action Fellow (College Corps Only)At — Resource Conservation District of Monterey County (RCDMC)

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Opportunity Summary 

Activity Description

The Community Action Fellow will support RCDMC staff to implement climate resilience and other natural resource conservation projects at rural and urban sites throughout Monterey County. They will also support community outreach and education on agriculture and resource conservation topics. Tasks and responsibilities could include planting, communicating and connecting with volunteers from the community to address needs of community gardens, and supporting leadership of workforce development and volunteer groups to implement conservation practices (ex: soil health and irrigation efficiency).

Qualities, Skills, and Interests

The qualities/skills/interests we're looking for include being passionate about the environment, eager to engage with community, interest in food systems, Spanish language skills preferred but not required, ability to do physical work in outdoor settings, good communication skills, proactive, kind, and considerate.

Compensation Details 
TypeFrequencyAmountExplanationShow to students?
Stipendonce$300Travel stipendYes
Opportunity Application Instructions 

College Corps Fellows only.

Program 
Service Learning
Location Type 
On-site
Location 
United States
Expected Hours 
HoursDuration
12hours per week
Students required to have a personal vehicle 
Yes
Fees students may incur with this opportunity 
No Fees will be incurred by students
This opportunity provides some form of compensation 
Yes
Opportunity Availability 
Ongoing