Green Jobs Associate, AmeriCorps*VISTA, Sustainable Business Network

Posted by on May 03, 2010

Green Jobs Associate – AmeriCorps VISTA

The Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia seeks a talented team member to fill the role of AmeriCorps VISTA – Green Jobs Associate. This position will be responsible for supporting our efforts to educate Philadelphians with barriers to employment about careers in companies that improve environmental quality. The Green Jobs Associate will support the outreach and documentation efforts of the Green Economy Task Force, Businesses United for Conversation (a new state-funded Industry Partnership) and the JOIN pilot green job training program.

Benefits:

* Monthly stipend of $950
* Transportation provided
* VISTA will cover all relocation expenses
* Health coverage
* End of service educational award of $5,350 or stipend of $1,500

This is a one year term of service.

View the job description
http://www.sbnphiladelphia.org/aboutus/board/Green%20Jobs%20Associate%20Position%20Description.pdf

How to Apply

Deadline to apply is May 14, 2010. Applicants who are unfamiliar with the AmeriCorps VISTA program are strongly encouraged to visit the VISTA website before applying to make sure this is the right fit for you. Applicants who complete the VISTA online application process will receive preference over those who just submit a cover letter and resume.

http://www.americorps.gov/for_individuals/ready/index.asp

Interested candidates can also choose to submit a cover letter and resume to Katie Walsh, Special Assistant to the Executive Director, at katie@sbnp hiladelphia.org.

Phone calls about these positions are strongly discouraged. SBN is an equal opportunity employer.