Ecological Assistant - AmeriCorps
Quick answer
Conservation Legacy is hiring an Ecological Assistant - AmeriCorps to support the Vegetation Ecology and Management Branch in Moose, WY, with a $700 weekly stipend and benefits.
- Role
- Ecological Assistant - AmeriCorps
- Organization
- Conservation Legacy - Stewards Individual Placements
- Location
- Moose, WY
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $700 per week
- Category
- Other
The role
The Ecological Assistant - AmeriCorps position at Conservation Legacy involves supporting the Vegetation Ecology and Management Branch in developing and finalizing technical and management strategies, plans, reports, and other program documentation.
What you'll do
- Coordinate internal document development by preparing timelines, organizing staff input, and tracking milestones and deadlines
- Review, edit, and draft sections of technical and management documents; develop clear document design and layout
- Review existing reports, plans, datasets, monitoring results, and other source materials to identify relevant content for new or updated products
- Develop supporting content from existing data, photographs, maps, analyses, and program materials, including summaries, tables, figures, and conceptual diagrams
- Conduct interviews and structured discussions with staff to capture institutional knowledge and translate it into clear documentation
- Prepare documents, data, and supporting materials for final review, publication, archiving, and posting to NPS repositories, including the NPS Data Store in IRMA
What it takes
- United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien
- Applicants must be between ages of 18-30 years old, or up to 35 for veteran, based on Public Land Corps Act of 1993 authorizing this AmeriCorps opportunity
- Has received a high school diploma or equivalency certificate; or has not dropped out of secondary school to enroll as an AmeriCorps participant and agrees to obtain a high school diploma or its equivalent prior to using the education award
- Agrees to provide information to establish eligibility and to complete a National Service Criminal History Check
- Education or experience in ecology, natural resources, environmental science, conservation, or a related field
- Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills, with an ability to synthesize technical information into clear, concise products
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $3,697.50, Living Allowance of $700.00 per week, Additional Benefit of $300.00 per week, Student Loan forbearance if Eligible, Interest Payments if Eligible
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Moose, Wyoming.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is $700 per week, with additional benefits including a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $3,697.50, a Living Allowance of $700.00 per week, and an Additional Benefit of $300.00 per week.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include being a United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien, between 18-30 years old, or up to 35 for veterans, with a high school diploma or equivalency certificate, and strong writing, editing, and organizational skills.
How do I apply?
Apply online at https://stewardslegacy.org/open-positions. In addition to your resume, please submit a one page cover letter highlighting why you are interested in this position and how your background and experience will help you succeed in this position.
When is the application deadline?
Preference is given to applicants who submit applications by September 11, 2026, with applications reviewed on a rolling basis until September 25, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Conservation Legacy - Stewards Individual Placements's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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