Appalachian Ohio Restore Corps at Rural Action
Employer: Rural Action
Address:
9030 Hocking Hills Dr. The Plains, OH 45780
Contact: Johna Metcalf ( - )
Job Title: Appalachian Ohio Restore Corps
Requirements for Employment:
Good communication and cooperation skills
Computer literacy and willingness to learn
Passion for the health of people and environment in Appalachian Ohio
Interest in climate mitigation and resilience work and serving Appalachian communities
Comfort with speaking and the ability to work with diverse groups of people, independently and in a team setting
Some ability to serve flexible hours, including evenings and weekends if needed
Some (but not all) positions require the ability to hike extended distances over rough terrain and the ability to carry up to 40 lb. of equipment
Access to transportation is needed
General knowledge of Appalachian Ohio culture is preferred
At least 17 years of age
Must be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States (45 CFR § 2522.200)
AmeriCorps members must not be listed on the National Sex Offender Registry or have a conviction of murder on their criminal records. Some host sites may have additional criminal history requirements.
Appalachian Ohio Restore Corps does not test for substance use as part of the application or enrollment process. However, some host sites may have additional drug testing requirements as part of their onboarding, after a member is selected.
Job Description:
The Appalachian Ohio Restore Corps (AORC) mobilizes 70 AmeriCorps members to help educate youth and the public, restore, conserve, and preserve environmental resources, improve food distribution to people in poverty, support reduced waste and recycling initiatives, and support economic resilience through climate mitigation and sustainability projects.
Appalachian Ohio Restore Corps members serve a term of 12 months accumulating a total of 1,700 hours of community based service, an average service load of 35 hours a week. AORC runs August 26, 2024 to August 19, 2025.
Benefits for AmeriCorps Positions Include:
An annual living allowance of $19,802
An education award of $6,895 for a completed term of service to be used to pay student loans or for future education
Health care coverage for members
Child care (if income eligible)
Mileage, training, and equipment budget totaling $1,400
Assistance finding comfortable and affordable housing in your service community
Professional development and training opportunities including valuable certifications and industry credentials
Joining a family of AmeriCorps Alums in the region committed to lifelong-service and activism
Student loan forbearance and the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
Networking with local non-profit and government leaders
Connection to post-service careers with Employers of National Service
AORC AmeriCorps members serve at the following host sites:
Appalachian Accessible Food Network
Crane Hollow/Museum Complex
Dawes Arboretum
Licking Park District
Muskingum Valley Park District
United Plant Savers
Buckeye Trail Association
Edge of Appalachia
Camp Oty’okwa
Solid Ground Schools
Rising Appalachia
Outdoor Recreation Council of Appalachia
Raccoon Creek Partnership
and Rural Action Programs:
Sustainable Agriculture (Tuscarawas County)
Environmental Education
Upcycle Ohio Thrift and Makerspace
Zero Waste Program
Sustainable Forestry
Watershed
Application Process:
Please apply on our website. You will need a resume and 2 references.
ruralaction.org/aorc
Rate of pay and hours per week: $19,802, aprox 35 hrs per week
Approximate start date: 8/26/2024
Approximate end date: 8/19/2025
Number of positions available:
Students in the following areas of study should apply:
Biology, Education, Environmental Studies, Social Work