Recruitment
The
MCC provides community service opportunities and career training. Members serve Maine’s communities,
participate in the AmeriCorps program and gain hands-on experience. MCC is dedicated to accomplishing outdoor
recreation and conservation projects for the public, promoting and managing
volunteer opportunities, providing conservation education, building self-esteem
and leadership, strengthening the future employability of members, while
raising the aspirations of members and volunteers. Training typically takes
place in the Hallowell area; field work is conducted throughout Maine.
 Attitude
- Have
the ability to live and perform strenuous work under challenging
conditions
- Have
the desire to learn, serve others and make a difference
- Ability
to perform tasks as part of a cooperative team
- Follow
directions
- Non-judgmental
attitude and sensitivity to others
- Responsible
and reliable
- Interest
in personal growth and in participating in on-going training
Qualifications
- Must be eligible for AmeriCorps
Education Award
- High
School diploma
- Must
be at least 18 years old
- Must
be a US Citizen
- Must submit to criminal and sex offender
background checks
Desired Skills
- Good
communication skills
- Excellent
work ethic
- Possesses
motivation and initiative
Program-specific Duties
- Participate
in job readiness training
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Build
new trails and rehabilitate existing trails, such as: build
structures (bridges, wooden ladders, retaining walls, etc.), construct
with rock (waterbars, retaining walls, causeways, stone steps), clear
trails (cut and haul brush, dig to mineral soil, pull stumps, etc.) other
tread work (crush rock, haul gravel)
- Represent
the MCC and the host site organization in a professional and supportive manner
- Adhere
to the MCC drug free workplace policy
- Complete
all paperwork in a thorough and timely manner, including submission of
timesheets and other forms required by the MCC
- Develop
and use leadership skills in roles within the team and with volunteers
- Live
cooperatively with other members during training and service sessions. Willingly perform joint living tasks, such as
cooking and cleaning and maintaining hygiene (Not to be counted as direct
service hours)
Training
- Attend training, such as: orientation to the MCC and AmeriCorps, First Aid and CPR, communication, conflict resolution, diversity, introduction to trail tools and safety standards.
- Job readiness training such as: resume writing, job search components, appropriate workplace behaviors and interview skills.
Optional Training
Chainsaw
Safety Training (May 16 – 20, 2016)
Work Schedule: 40 hours a week; overnights and weekends
required
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Benefits: Team Members are 450 hour or 900 hour AmeriCorps members who will receive a weekly living stipend of $270 (less taxes). Other benefits include health insurance, a wide range of training and networking opportunities, housing during training, pro-deals, a Maine State Park Pass and an education award of $2,865.00 or $1,515.55. Some members may also be eligible for student loan deferment and childcare reimbursement.
To Apply: Interviews and sections underway, apply immediately by submitting an MCC Application and References. Please email Corps.Conservation@maine.gov for questions and information.
Unemployed, underemployed, minorities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
The Maine Conservation Corps provides equal opportunity in employment and programs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Accommodation arrangements must be requested in advance by contacting MCC staff.
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