Sustainability Service Corps Fellow (AmeriCorps)

If you are passionate about nurturing a healthy and sustainable future for our communities, then Sustainability Service Corps is for you!

Sustainability Service Corps (SSC) is a bridge-to-career AmeriCorps Fellowship program that delivers professional development to emerging climate protection leaders who implement projects related to sustainability, education, and community engagement for municipalities, nonprofits, schools, and disadvantaged communities across California.

Our mission is to implement community-based climate change solutions by empowering the next generation of leaders committed to a just and sustainable future. During the 11-month term of service, SSC Fellows have the opportunity to make significant contributions by leading meaningful projects while also developing as professionals, growing their networks, and establishing a career in the climate field. 

SSC Fellows are matched with organizations across California in target regions that are vulnerable to the effects of climate change including the San Francisco Bay Area, Southern California, the Central Valley, and the Central Coast. Fellows empower climate-ready communities to build a sustainable, healthy, and just future for our people and planet.

Program term dates are September 3, 2024 – July 31, 2025. 

How to Apply

Visit our website for more information and to review open positions. Applications will only be accepted through the website. APPLY TODAY

https://www.sustainabilityservicecorps.org

Responsibilities

Essential Duties

• Complete projects related to resource waste reduction, community engagement and outreach, and K-12 education with a government agency, nonprofit, or school.
• Support the organization’s climate action initiatives by creating deliverables such as Climate Action Plans, conducting waste and energy audits, developing outreach materials, research reports, and environmental curriculums.
• Deliver information about climate and environment to an audience that includes homeowners, facilities managers, jurisdictions, community members, students, and families.
• Encourage the audience to change their behaviors and act in ways that are more sustainable for the environment and their communities. 
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Passion for community-oriented climate change solutions and interest in launching a career in sustainability
• Experience with, or training in, climate science, sustainability, environmental justice, education, community outreach, and project management
• Past service experience (e.g., volunteering, community service, etc.)
• Associates degree or above AND/OR relevant experience
• Being local to the community where you will serve

Requirements

AmeriCorps Requirements

• Be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States*
• Ability to pass FBI, CA Department of Justice, out-of-state (if applicable), and National Sex Offender Public Registry background checks prior to service

*Currently, we are unable to accept applicants with student visas (such as F1 or F2 student visas, J1 or J2 exchange visitor visas, G series visas, etc.) or those with Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status.

​Sustainability Service Corps Requirements

• At least 17 years of age and in possession of a high school diploma or its equivalent
• Test negatively for tuberculosis if working with minors
• Be vaccinated against COVID-19 or submit to weekly testing
• Live in the state of California
• Commitment to the full term of service (1700+ hours and 11 months for full-time term)
• Capability to work in a professional office or field setting 
• Strong verbal and written communication and teamwork skills

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Bay Area Community Resources, the administrator of Sustainability Service Corps, is an equal opportunity employer. We cultivate an environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all employees and National Service members. We are firmly committed to maintaining an atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally. Therefore, we enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religion or religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, medical condition, disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws or ordinances. Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this equal opportunity policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.

Benefits

Program Benefits

• $31,228 living allowance stipend (pre-tax) spread evenly over your program term and distributed every two weeks
• $10,000 combined Segal Education Award and California For All Education Award (upon completion of the 11-month term of service)
• Free healthcare benefits (includes medical, dental, and mental health)
• Forbearance on existing qualifying student loans and payment of interest accrued during service.
• Childcare assistance from AmeriCorps paid to an eligible provider of your choice (for those eligible)
• Receive food assistance via CalFresh (for those eligible)
• Gain Experience, Skills, and Professional Development

• Earn a certification from the University of California - Climate Stewards program
• Attend workshops and field trips highlighting prominent sustainability leaders and community solutions
• Receive a personal budget from SSC for individual professional development
• Network development and career planning for life after AmeriCorps
• Personalized mentorship and support from your SSC advisor
• Project supervision and coaching from your on-site supervisor
• Develop professional skills and build a foundation for a career in climate leadership
• Join a cohort of 45 emerging climate protection leaders who share a mission to make the world a better place