The AmeriCorps Mapping and Outreach Corpsmember is based at the International Water Institute in Fargo, North Dakota. Under the guidance of an International Water Institute project supervisor, the Corpsmember will assist with GIS mapping projects, including gathering and analyzing data in ArcGIS. The member will also design education, outreach and promotional materials, and assist with watershed education programs in the Red River of the North Basin.
Service Activities
The Mapping and Outreach Corpsmember will assist with outreach efforts, including teacher training workshops, Fall Kick-Off, and River Watch Forum planning. The member will develop and design educational, outreach and promotional materials and assist high school students in preparation of their annual Forum assignment. The Member will also gather and analyze GIS data using ArcGIS.
Community Need Addressed
The Conservation Corps addresses environmental challenges in our communities through the dedicated service of its members. The Mapping and Outreach Corpsmember will assist with GIS mapping, design education, outreach and promotional materials, and assist with watershed education programs.
Position Outcomes
The Mapping and Outreach Corpsmember will gain experience in gathering and analyzing GIS data, designing materials focused on education and promotion, and creating and delivering watershed education programs in the Red River of the North Basin.
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Stipend, Student loan forbearance, Training
Skills you will gain
GIS mapping, time management, public speaking, communications, youth development, desktop publishing, photography, leadership.
Competencies You Will Develop
Communication
Lead group discussion, Listen to and consider others' viewpoints, Maintain open lines of communication with others, Speak clearly, in precise language and in a logical, organized and coherent manner, Write cleary and effectively
Creativity & Problem Solving
Capable of generating possible solutions, Communicate the problem to appropriate personnel, Provide relevant expertise, Select and implement well-considered solution
Teamwork
Derive consensus, Develop constructive working relationships and maintain them over time, Establish a high degree of trust and credibility with others, Interact professionally and respectfully with supervisors and co-workers, Stay positive and outcome oriented, Use appropriate strategies and solutions for dealing with conflicts and differences to maintain a smooth workflow
Decisions
Accepts responsibility, Anticipate the consequences of decisions, Identify and prioritize the key issues involved to facilitate the decision making process, Involve people appropriately in decisions that may impact them
Tools
Carefully consider which tools or technological solutions are appropriate for a given job, Consistently choose the best tool or technological solution for the problem at hand
Planning
Able to prioritize various competing tasks, Create environment of contribution, Create plan of action, schedule tasks so that work is completed on time, Demonstrate the effective allocation of time and resources efficiently, Drive decision making, Facilitate group planning, Set goals
Service
Be pleasant, courteous, professional and respectful when dealing with internal and external customers or clients, Evaluate customer or client satisfaction, Honor the privilege of being able to work with and for those being served, Provide personalized, prompt, and efficient service to meet the requirements, requests and needs of customers, Recognize the importance of maintaining privacy and confidentiality of those being served, Understand and anticipate the needs of others, Understand the importance of one's role in the functioning of the organization, Understand the significance of maintaining a healthful and safe environment