What are the responsibilities and job description for the Washington Department of Natural Resources - Recreation Technician AmeriCorps Member position at Northwest Youth Corps?
Northwest Youth Corps - AmeriCorps 640 HR
Washington Department of Natural Resources
Position Title : Recreation Technician AmeriCorps Member - 640 HR (16 weeks)
Grant Program : OYSI 22EDBDC0020010 / EAP 21EDBDC0010041
Position Summary :
The Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Recreation Program is recruiting two, 640 Hour AmeriCorps members beginning March 3, 2025. Working under the direction of a Recreation Planner, the interns will travel together to about 200 DNR recreation sites around the state to collect and analyze field data related to trailheads, kiosks, and other recreation infrastructure / landscapes. The data will be used to benchmark current conditions and aid with planning efforts related to sustainability, maintenance, visitor experience, and other future projects.
Duties and Responsibilities :
These positions will plan and execute field-based data collection at all DNR sites statewide. Data collected will include current conditions information for trailheads, kiosks, restrooms, and potentially other site-specific infrastructure. In addition to the field collection itself, work will include initial travel planning and logistics, becoming familiar with mobile technology data collection tools and techniques, and processing / analyzing the data in an office setting. Specific activities include :
- Field-based data collection (65%)
- Travel (driving to sites) (15%)
- Office-based data processing and analysis (10%)
- Data collection and processing training (5%)
- Project travel logistics planning and management (5%)
Required Qualifications :
Desired Qualifications :
Duty Location :
Duties are performed on DNR-managed lands within Washington State. Because this position is largely travel-based, there is no required "home" location. Once the successful candidates are selected, their official worksite will be determined by the closest DNR work center, which is where the DNR-owned vehicle will be kept on weekends / off days. All travel costs (lodging, vehicle, and food) will be paid for by the agency. Lodging during travel will be a mix of camping and hotels, depending on location. Accommodations for weekends / off days is the responsibility of the intern.
Terms of Employment :
Each AmeriCorps member will complete a term of service (length dependent on commitment of hours), starting March 3, 2025 through June 27, 2025. The member must complete a minimum of 640 service hours by the end of their term. The member will receive a 30-minute lunch each day and this lunch break does not count towards AmeriCorps member service hours. Training will not exceed 20% of total member service hours.
Program Benefits :
9,724 living allowance plus a housing fund of $1,796 for a total stipend of $11,520, dispersed on a monthly basis and a $1,956.35 education award upon completion of the 640 hours of service.
The living allowance and education award are taxable. Members are responsible for providing their own food when not in travel status. Service eligibility is contingent upon the results of a criminal and driving background check.
These positions are sponsored by The Corps Network's OYSI and EAP program.
Application Instructions
Application Deadline : Until Filled
Interviews : Will occur as qualified applications are received.
Type of position : Individual Placement
Service Dates : March 3, 2025 - June 27, 2025
Length of Term : 16 Weeks
How to apply :
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references and completely fill out the application form found at
Please select "Washington Department of Natural Resources - Recreation Technician AmeriCorps Member" when applying.
Additional Information
If you have questions about the position, please reach Northwest Youth Corps Internship Program Coordinator Matthew Schlegel at , or Recreation Operations Manager, Sam Hensold, at v .
The member will not engage in any prohibited activities as stated in the Member Service Agreement.
Salary : $1,956 - $11,520
