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What You'll Do

As a Human Resources Assistant, you bring values in a way that is critical to the success of the organization. You are extremely tech-savvy and are comfortable using computers and other office equipment to complete administrative tasks. Versatile, organized, and dependable are all key characteristics that your peers would use to describe you. You get the "big" picture and want to contribute accordingly - and that's why you'll have all the opportunity for career growth within our company you'll want. For highlights of others who have taken their amazing skills and grown their careers with ECS, click here.

You will be part of a dynamic, growing, and energized team - and your role is key to the success of ECS. While your job duties may fluctuate day to day, here are some areas we expect to see you proficient in:

* Assisting in managing human resources duties with an emphasis on confidentiality, accuracy, and timeliness
* Describing, maintaining, and enforcing company policies and procedures
* Processing new hires, offer letters, transfer/promotion letters, job changes, and assisting with other employment activities
* Recording information in the human resources information system (HRIS)
* Assisting with warning reports, leave of absences, and short-term disability claims
* Preparing and filing reports of accidents and injuries, including maintaining worker's compensation files
* Perform data entry, filing, scanning, copying, and disposing of purged files by following the established data retention schedule and legal requirements

What We're Looking For

* High school diploma or GED, BA/BS in Business, Communications, Marketing, or similar preferred

* 2+ years of experience with principles and practices of human resources or related experience

* Experience in UKG HRIS system would go a long way

Who We Are

Founded in 1988, Engineering Consulting Services (ECS) is a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental, and facilities engineering. ECS is currently ranked 68 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (ENR, April 2021) and 152 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (ENR, July 2021). To learn more about us, click here.

We love our employees and we show this through providing some great benefits, including paid time off, health and other insurance plans, retirement and college savings plans, and more. Click here to learn more about the great benefits at ECS.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

LSG Sky Chefs, a part of LSG Group is the world's leading provider of end-to-end on-board products and services.
Role Purpose Statement

Assists in the administration and management of Human Resources policies and procedures and/or the Master National Agreement as necessary; ensures compliance with federal and state employement laws; handles employee relations issues and recruting at local unit.

Main Accountabilities

* Employee Relations: Assist with resolution of issues and elevate as appropriate to HR Generalist. Provide exemplary human resources services to internal and external customers.
* Recordkeeping (electronic and physical). Input data in HRIS and maintain documentation/records to ensure employee information is accurate and correct. Assist with the maintenance of employee files.
* Hourly Recruiting. Post promotional opportunities in accordance with Company policy and the Union Contract (MNA). Prescreen applicants, schedule interviews, assist management with selection process and conduct drug screening and background checks.
* New Hire Orientation. Conduct and/or assist with new hire orientation. As Input new hire data in HRIS Personnel and Payroll systems and set up/maintain all applicable files.
* Employee Identification/Security Access. Take photos for ID badging purposes. Maintain ID card supplies. Resolve and troubleshoot issues with OnGuard system and ID cards as needed. Administer CSCs SIDA program.
* Workers' Compensation/OSHA. Assist HRM/G with maintenance of WC files and OSHA Recordkeeping.
* Labor Relations: Comply with the Master National Agreement (MNA). Mail original Union dues applications to local union as required. Elevate grievable issues to HRM/HRG.
* Personnel Actions. Process payroll and personnel changes in the SuccessFactors in timely manner and as required in accordance with Company policy, i.e.. New Hires, Promotions, Demotions, Transfers, LOA, Terminations, etc.
* Benefits. Assist employees and elevate problems appropriately to Benefits department at HQ and HRG/HRM. Assist with employees electronic Benefits enrollment (Newly Eligible and Annual Open Enrollment).
* Miscellaneous: Generate reports as required, i.e., Job Seniority List, Bi-Weekly LOA Report, Monthly Birthday's, Union Report, Pay Rate Audits, etc. Forward garnishment notices to ADP upon receipt. Assist management with annual Vacation Bid process and maintain annual vacation schedule. Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

* High School Diploma or equivalent
* 2-4 years of experience in human resources recruiting required
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
* Ability to work with minimal supervision, interact with all levels of management and maintain strict confidentiality
* Strong analytical, verbal, written, interpersonal and organizational skills
* Ability to work in a fast paced environment with large groups - must be flexible
* Bi-lingual English/Spanish required

Securing Travel, Protecting People - At the Transportation Security Administration, you will serve in a high-stakes environment to safeguard the American way of life. In cities across the country, you would secure airports, seaports, railroads, highways, and/or public transit systems, thus protecting America's transportation infrastructure and ensuring freedom of movement for people and commerce. For additional information about our agency please: Click Here
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Responsibilities

If selected for this position, you will serve as a Human Resources (HR) Assistant for Security Operations (SO), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS). You will apply your experience and knowledge of human resources policies, regulations, processes, and procedures to perform a combination of routine and varying assignments to assist managers and other employees in day-to-day operations. Duties include but may not be limited to:

* Receiving and accurately entering into appropriate personnel data base, in a timely fashion, requests for a variety of actions affecting TSA employees, such as: entry on duty, promotion, transfer, retirement, and separation.
* Submitting Requests for Personnel Action (RPA) to fill vacant positions.
* Preparing reports or other status documents as directed and following up to ensure actions are processed.
* Following guidance in relevant Standard Operating Procedures for initiating Requests for Personnel Action and entering information into the workflow system.
* Preparing personnel actions associated with the Office of Workers Compensation Program (OWCP) (e.g. termination, LWOP, light/limited duty).
* Providing support of the Office of Human Capital on initiatives such as mass promotion, debts, schedule changes or performance awards.
* Monitoring LWOP-US employees to ensure accurate and timely processing of return to duty or other appropriate personnel actions.
* Contacting the service provider to obtain guidance on processing of personnel actions.
* Providing guidance to managers and staff regarding actions required and policies to follow to properly staff positions.

Travel Required

Occasional travel - A minimum of one (1) week of travel in a full-time duty status will be required within 90-days of entry on duty to complete TSA's in residence New Hire Training. This training will occur away from the employee's duty station of record. Employees will be paid for compensable hours and reimbursed for authorized travel expenses per TSA Travel Policy.

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential

F

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0203 Human Resources Assistance

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Conditions of Employment

* Must possess U.S. Citizenship or be a U.S. National.
* Must complete a favorable Background Investigation (BI).
* Selective Service registration is required.

You must meet the qualification requirements for this position no later than the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

Qualifications

To qualify for the SV-F Pay Band, (equivalent to the GS-9/10) you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the SV-E Pay Band or GS-8 in the Federal Service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. Such experience includes providing guidance to management and staff on HR policies and procedures; entering personnel or training data into databases or electronic systems; and preparing reports or other status documents.

National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

NOTE: Credit for experience is given based on a 40-hour workweek. Part-time experience is credited on a part-time ratio, i.e., working 20 hours per week for two months equals one month of experience. No additional credit is given for overtime.

Education

You will serve as a HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT in the JOINT MEDICAL CENTER of NAVMEDSUP ELEM W REED NNMC DT.
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Responsibilities

* You will review fitness reports, evaluations, and related correspondence for accuracy.
* You will maintain databases of pertinent information on all officer and enlisted personnel requiring a fitness report or evaluation.
* You will serve as an advisor on fitness reports and evaluations.
* You will draft and prepare correspondence pertaining to officer fitness reports and enlisted evaluations.
* You will maintain all files and records pertaining to officer fitness reports and enlisted evaluations in compliance with DON directives.

Travel Required

Not required

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential

7

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Conditions of Employment

* Must be a US Citizen.
* Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
* Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
* New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
* Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level. This requirement is called time-in-grade. Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
* Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
* Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
* Per E.O. 14043, selectee(s) must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by 11/22/2021 or date of employment (which ever comes later) except in limited circumstances where an exception is approved due to a disability or sincerely held religious beliefs.
* You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.

Qualifications

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-06 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

* Experience utilizing clerical or administrative procedures to complete reports and/or correspondence
* Experience interpreting and/or applying regulations or procedural requirements
* Experience retrieving data from information sources, both manual and electronic for use in answering questions, responding to correspondence, or preparing reports or briefings.
* Experience drafting and preparing related correspondence for appropriate signatures and entering data into automated systems.
* Experience reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting regulations, directives, other materials dealing with enlisted, and officer personnel management.
* Experience providing technical guidance on military FitReps
* Experience utilizing automated personnel systems.

This position requires the ability to type at least 40 words per minute. Your response to the typing skill question on the Occupational Questionnaire will be used in your qualification determination.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

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**job details:**

+ location:Rockville, MD

+ salary:$25 per hour

+ date posted:Wednesday, October 13, 2021

+ experience:Experienced

+ job type:Temporary

+ reference:AB_3779075

+ questions:patrick.hopkins@randstadusa.com301-654-7941

**job description**

Human Resources Scheduling Assistant

Randstad is actively representing a major Financial Headquarters on a contracted role within their HR department. This is a scheduling assistant with the primary responsiblities of tracking and creating meetings and interviews across the country. This is an extremely detail-oriented position, and previous HRIS and/or ATS experience would be extremely helpful. This is an immediate need so please apply today!

Responsibilities

Assist nationwide hr team with scheduling and follow up for interviews and meetings

Create video interview rooms and send out invites

Coordinate for onsite meetings internally and externally

Document and track applicants - move through HR System

Skills

+ Scheduling

+ HRIS

+ Web Conferencing

+ Workday

Education

+ Bachelors (required)

Qualifications

+ Years of experience: 4 years

+ Experience level:Experienced

Shift: First

Working hours: 8 AM - 5 PM

Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.

EEO Employer: Race, Religion, Color, National Origin, Citizenship, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Age, Disability, Ancestry, Veteran Status, Genetic Information, Service in the Uniformed Services or any other classification protected by law.

Based in Northern, VA, Axiologic Solutions LLC has opportunities for you to become part of our high-quality team that delivers innovative solutions to key federal clients. We are currently seeking a Human Resources Assistant to support the Human Resource Department.
Responsibilities:

* Updating company databases by inputting data from employee touch point calls.
* Organizing and scheduling check-in interviews with workforce.
* Managing the coordination of company and program events as needed.
* Assist in special projects that help deliver corporate communication to the workforce.
* Directing staff inquiries regarding HR policies, employee benefits, and other HR-related matters to the main POC.
* Supporting Corporate initiatives.
* Work performed is in direct support of day-to-day administrative/operational needs.

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in human resource management/business or studying toward a degree in those fields and/or equivalent experience.
* Proven experience working in an office environment.
* Working knowledge of U.S. labor laws.
* Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications.
* The ability to work as part of a team.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent administrative and organizational skills.
* Effective communication skills.
* Detail-oriented.

Preferred:

* Familiarity with Human Resources Information System (HRIS) software.

Travel Requirements:

* Travel may be required within Washington National Capital Region (NCR) on an as-needed basis for customer or corporate requirements.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

We are proud of our diverse environment, EOE, M/F/Disability/Vet. For consideration, please submit your resume online at www.axiologicsolutions.com/careers.html.

Human Resources Assistant

We have an opening for an HR Assistant at the Space Division location of a multi-billion-dollar organization in Dulles, VA. Ideal candidates would have 1 - 2 years of relevant experience and are flexible with non-standard work hours like evenings and weekends.

Daily Responsibilities:

* Supporting the onboarding and offboarding processes by preparing documents and maintaining files.
* Interacting with many different levels within the company to collect sensitive data for reports and projects.
* Working to support the HR Business partners in various areas like compensation, metrics, employee relations, talent acquisition, talent and development.
* Assisting in COVID-19 related activities like informing employees of COVID protocols, taking intake calls, conducting contract tracing, maintaining internal metrics, and informing employees.

This is a long term, contracted assignment - 12 months.

Requirements:

* 1 to 2 years of relevant experience
* Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office, especially in Excel
* A high school diploma or equivalent

Apply today or email your resume to Annie Polkinghorn at annapolk@meirtogroup.com

Business Management Associates, Inc. (BMA) Integrating People and Process Through Service, with a strategic emphasis on integrating people and process, and proven, documented project management methodology for internal and external management while maintaining a strategic and financial focus on an organizations most important component it's people;
"Love Thy Customer; Love Thy Work; Love Thy System"

Business Management Associates (BMA) is seeking a Human Resources Assistant (HR Processing Unit) who understands the Guide to Personnel Processing Actions (GPPA) and payroll corrections such as History Correction Update processing (HCUP).

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

* Use the Personnel Processing Guide and agency Personnel Manual to timely and accurately code and process various appointment and staffing actions in the automated personnel and payroll system to document employee's official personnel actions.
* Perform the full range of processing payroll/personnel actions in EmpowHR and the National Finance Center (NFC) databases, and complete History Correction Update processing (HCUP) tasks.
* Research complex pay problems such as back pay and determine corrective action; calculate pay errors and prepare documentation for servicing agency or payroll office.
* Provide advice on indebtedness notices issued by an agency or servicing payroll office, respond to employee questions on these notices and on billing and salary offset procedures.
* Enter data into automated tracking systems.
* Perform routine personnel management functions, respond to requests for information and perform limited research and analysis of applicable laws, regulations, policy.
* Prepare summaries and recommendations for action.
* Perform designated segments of complex personnel assignments. Routinely provide technical services to agency personnel on a broad range of Human Resources topics that involve complex issues regarding the receipt, processing, and verification of personnel actions.
* Preform other related technical and clerical support tasks.
* Additional job duties may apply.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

* Knowledge of USA Staffing amongst Applicant tracking systems.
* Experience verifying personnel documents (SF50s, SF52s, DD214s etc.)
* Applicants selected will be subject to a government background investigation and must meet eligibility and suitability requirements.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

* Associates Degree, Bachelor's Degree or BS degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
* Must have at least four (4) years of experience with an associate degree or at least two (2) years of experience with a BA or BS degree in related field.

At BMA, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), genetic information, or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. BMA complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which BMA has facilities. BMA believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success as a company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

KnowledgeBank, Inc. is an award-winning provider of human capital, organizational effectiveness, and learning solutions, as well as innovative outsourced and project-based human capital management services to organizations ranging from large Federal agencies, state and local governments, Fortune 500 firms and small and emerging companies.

We are currently seeking experienced Human Resources (HR) Assistants. These positions are full time and onsite supporting our federal client in Arlington, VA. Please note: the successful candidate will provide support remotely until the agency allows for work to be conducted onsite. Additionally, the agency may continue to authorize working remotely on either a full time or part time basis, even after building access restrictions are lifted.

The HR Assistants are responsible for performing a full range of technical and administrative human resources management services relating to coding and processing personnel, payroll, and new hire actions.

The successful candidates for this position will provide human capital support services that may include the following tasks:

+ Perform the full range of processing payroll or personnel actions in EmpowHR and the NFC databases, and complete History Correction Update processing (HCUPs).

+ Perform quality review for all actions submitted by HR Specialists and make any needed corrections or updates before submitting the action for processing to NFC.
+ Review actions daily to see if the actions have applied to NFC and EmpowHR.

+ Review any SINQ errors and make the needed updates to correct the error before sending the action back to NFC for processing.

+ Upload documents from USA Staffing to EmpowHR that were not attached by Staffing.

+ Upload Performance Appraisals to eOPF.

+ Initiate and process 819 Availability Pay actions for Special Agents.

+ Process Pay Docs for all new hires.

+ Process SAMBA changes, cancellations, increases, and decreases.

+ Process FEGLI SF-2817 forms.

+ Respond to emails from employees in a timely manner.

+ Research any issues from employees as needed.

+ Administrative processes that include requesting any needed documents from the Specialists, and/or the employee.

+ Communicate with division offices to obtain information or documents.

+ Perform data analysis and develop and maintain spreadsheets.

The successful candidates will possess the following experience and competencies:

+ Associate or bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or related field.

+ Minimum of four years of experience with an associate degree or, at least two years of experience with a bachelor's degree.

+ Knowledge of and experience in coding or processing a variety of personnel actions as outlined in the Guide to Processing Personnel Actions, pay setting and personnel hiring systems.

+ Experience with USAStaffing or equivalent.

+ Advanced experience using Microsoft Office Suite (most recent version and all preceding versions), to include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

+ Ability to organize and prioritize tasks with attention to detail.

About KnowledgeBank

KnowledgeBank offers a competitive pay and benefits package that includes generous paid-time-off including holidays, short-and-long-term disability; group health insurance including medical, dental and vision coverage; flexible spending account for health and dependent care; 401(k) retirement plan and professional certification reimbursement.

KnowledgeBank is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans, persons of disability and/or persons aged 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

Expected Dates

January 13, 2022 to November 10, 2022

Site

Scenic Hudson, Inc.

Position ID

PO-00732404

This position requires that you become enrolled in AmeriCorps. If you are selected for this program please be sure to accept AmeriCorps during the SCA offer process. No travel allowance will be offered for this position even if it is stated on your confirmation of acceptance.

Due to Covid-19, events and trainings are subject to change in response to an increase in the number of cases in the Hudson Valley region. Specific duties aligned with this position may also be subject to change. Such changes include, but are not limited to: trainings being eliminated or held remotely, elimination of large-scale gatherings, reduction of education programs, and a transition to teleworking.

SCA Hudson Valley AmeriCorps partners with State and non-profit agencies to address the conservation needs of the Hudson River Watershed region. Corps members are placed at individual host sites, where service activities range from providing environmental education to underserved youth, to restoring streambanks along the Hudson River, and beyond. Members join together regularly for trainings, service projects, or other events.

Purpose of the Program:

This position will help to monitor, conserve, restore, and rehabilitate biodiversity and natural systems, and increase the public understanding of the Hudson Valley's natural history.

Community Needs that the Program Serves:

Scenic Hudson is a regional Hudson Valley land trust and environmental organization that operates throughout 11 counties in New York, from Albany to New York City. We have 25,000 members and welcome thousands of annual visitors to our parks and preserves each year. Our scientists and planners offer their expertise free of charge to dozens of communities. Annually, our education and events programming directly engage more than 900 students and 2500 residents and visitors in free park based programming along the Hudson River corridor.

Values and Standards of the Program: SCA's mission is to build the next generation of conservation leaders and inspire lifelong stewardship of the environment and communities by engaging young people in hands-on service to the land.

AmeriCorps Member Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist Scenic Hudson's Science, Climate and Stewardship Team with the stewardship of various parks, preserves and privately owned lands throughout the Hudson Valley. The Natural Resources Assistant will help implement natural resource management projects such as habitat restoration, ecological monitoring/assessments, and data management. Additional work includes interaction with park visitors on a regular basis, communicating park rules, introducing and explaining park projects, and assisting staff with other duties as assigned. This work will include frequent and regular visitation to Scenic Hudson parks. Use of personal vehicle is necessary and weekend work will be required.

+ Assist Scenic Hudson's Land Stewardship Coordinator with the stewardship of Scenic Hudson lands through habitat restoration (i.e. tree plantings, invasive plant control, and erosion control), ecological inventories and monitoring, and other tasks relating to stewardship of natural resources. Work also includes documenting all work performed in the field and the management of natural resource databases and GIS data. Other responsibilities include organizing and leading volunteer workdays and producing public outreach materials. The Natural Resources Assistant will collaborate with other Scenic Hudson interns to implement other work throughout Scenic Hudson parks and preserves. (70%)

+ Participate in all SCA Corps-wide trainings and service projects, as well as project evaluation and reporting (10%)

+ Assist the Parks and Trails Assistant by monitoring and managing invasive vegetation along the park trails (5%)

+ Assist with events in Scenic Hudson parks, including non-natural resources volunteer workdays, education programs, and other recreational activities. (10%)

+ As needed, assist with park infrastructure projects such as trail building, replacing/creating trail improvements, and replacing/creating park structures. (5%)

How the AmeriCorps Member's Role Aligns with the Organization:

The Natural Resources Assistant supports the Science, Climate and Stewardship Team in ensuring Scenic Hudson's conserved lands restore biodiversity, build climate resiliency, and increase public understanding of the region's natural history and vulnerability to a changing climate.

Performance Goals for the AmeriCorps Member:

Goal 1: Successfully plan and lead at least one volunteer workday that contributes toward achieving one of Scenic Hudson's property goals. Goal 2: Create a portfolio of maps and written products that contribute toward Scenic Hudson natural resources program initiatives. Goal 3: Present the findings or progress towards goals of one of our various program initiatives, either to Scenic Hudson staff or to a larger regional group.

Candidate Qualifications :

+ Valid driver's license of at least 3 years with a clean driving record.

+ Ability to pass a federal background check.

+ Ability to perform physical work outdoors in semi-remote locations in varying weather conditions independently and as part of a group.

+ Must be physically able to walk 4+ miles a day over varied terrain and to lift up to 50 lbs.

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

+ Experience operating power and hand tools such as shovels, rakes, loppers, picks, cordless drills, brush-cutters and weed-whackers.

+ Enjoys working and interacting with people of all ages and backgrounds, and brings a positive attitude and a desire to enhance the natural world.

+ Experience in public parks or natural resource fieldwork

+ Experience with identification of native and invasive plants preferred, with a focus on the Northeastern United States.

+ Associate's degree in natural resource management, environmental science, ecology, or related field.

+ Valid driver's license and personal transportation is necessary.

+ Experience in ArcGIS software and GPS mapping preferred.

Benefits:

+ All Hudson Valley Corps members receive a taxable $200/week living allowance

+ This position will receive a taxable $700/month housing allowance

+ Upon successful completion of the term, members receive a taxable Full-time Segal Education Award through AmeriCorps.

+ Student loan forbearance and interest repayments for federal student loan through AmeriCorps.

+ Eligible for free health insurance

+ Eligible for childcare assistance through AmeriCorps

Training Opportunities:

All Hudson Valley Corps members receive Wilderness First Aid, CPR, Hudson River Citizen Science curricula, Trail Skills, Project WILD curricula, and professional development. Optional trainings include Leave No Trace, American Canoe Association Quick Start Your Canoe, and other opportunities that arise.

+ Handicap Accessible?

No

Main Area of Focus

Natural Resources Mgmt

Education, Training & Skills Expected

Biology

some coursework or experience

Forestry

some coursework or experience

Resource Management

some coursework or experience

GIS

some experience

GPS

some experience

Hand Tools

some experience

Leadership Experience

some experience

Plant Identification

some experience

Further Details

AmeriCorps Eligible

Eligible

Driving Logistics

Valid Drivers License Needed

Personal Vehicle Required

A personal vehicle is required to access amenities such as grocery store, libraries, etc. as well as travel to Hudson Valley Corps trainings and events.

Housing or Stipend Provided?

Yes

Shared housing provided in Poughkeepsie, NY

Indoor/Outdoor

Outdoor

US Citizenship

Required