Washington Conservation Corps (WCC) AmeriCorps Member (Multiple Openings)

About the role

The Shorelands and Environmental Assistance (SEA) program is recruiting Washington Conservation Corps (WCC) AmeriCorps Member positions. These are eleven-month service positions that begin October 5, 2026 and end September 15, 2027. Typical schedule will be Monday-Thursday 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. but may change based on project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve on a crew of five members: Restoration crews focus on habitat restoration and enhancement projects especially focused on salmon and riparian habitat, such as planting trees and shrubs, removing invasive species, and monitoring and maintaining restoration sites.
• Trail crews focus on recreation enhancements such as building and maintaining trails, public camping infrastructure, bridges, boardwalks and more.
• Spike crews travel around the state of Washington to complete both restoration and recreation focused projects.
• Food and lodging are provided while in travel status.
• Crew members will take on roles to support production tracking, communications, education, safety, materials management, and other essential roles.
• Individual placement members may support a combination of indoor and outdoor projects.
• Serving outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Serving in a variety of terrain and habitat types including steep inclines, river and stream banks, forested areas, marshlands, etc.
• Walking several miles per day and carrying tools and materials.
• May require lifting and carrying up to 60 pounds repetitively for long periods of time.
• Serving four (4) or eight (8) consecutive days in travel status.
• Deploying to natural disaster areas in an emergency response capacity for up to 30 consecutive days.

Requirements

• Must be 18 – 25 years old, with exceptions for those with military service or mental or sensory disabilities.
• AmeriCorps Eligibility: U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, or Lawful Permanent U.S. Resident Alien.
• Prior experience in outdoor work or conservation is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Washington State residents are given preference.
• Background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to enrollment.

Skills

• Knowledge of natural resource management and conservation practices.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Health Insurance - All WCC members are offered a basic health insurance policy. WCC pays the monthly insurance premium.
• Member Assistance Program - All members are offered free, accessible, and high-quality mental health services.
• AmeriCorps Education Award upon successful completion of service term, more details in next section.
• Childcare and Food Assistance - Assistance is available to those who qualify through DSHS and / or the AmeriCorps Childcare Program.
• Loan forbearance – eligible for deferred payment on qualified loans.
• GED Reimbursement - GED exam fee reimbursement is available for those who successfully pass the exam during their WCC term.
• Paid Time Off in addition to observed state holidays and a winter break at the end of December.
• Up to 120 hours for 11-month service term, 90 hours for nine-month service term, and 40 hours for three-month service term.
• Professional training and certification opportunities.

Pay

WCC AmeriCorps Members earn a living stipend equal to $2,952 per month ($1,476 twice a month, before taxes). *Location-based elevated living allowance available for members with positions based in King, Snohomish, and Clark counties: $3,218 per month ($1,609 twice a month, before taxes).

Schedule

This Position May Require Travelling overnight to accomplish assignments. Serving in excess of 40 hours per week. Serving in inclement weather. Travelling over rough terrain and wilderness areas. Lifting 60 pounds repetitively for extended periods of time. Serving four (4) or eight (8) consecutive days in travel status. Deploying to natural disaster areas in an emergency response capacity for up to 30 consecutive days.