Training Coordinator Augusta, ME

Final date to receive applications:
January 2, 2024 or Until Filled

Location:

MCC Office: 54 Independence Drive, Augusta, ME 04330

Field work is conducted throughout Maine.

Time Requirement :

• January 2024 – December 27, 2024
• 40+ hours a week
• Monday-Friday during training and orientation weeks
• Flex schedule possible during the field season (e.g. four 10-hour days); overnights and some weekends required; flexibility required to meet the needs of MCC members

General Description :

The mission of Maine Conservation Corps (MCC) is to accomplish conservation projects that inspire individuals and enhance communities. As an Ameri Corps program, MCC is dedicated to accomplishing outdoor recreation and conservation projects for the public, promoting and managing volunteer opportunities, providing education, and building self-esteem, leadership, and skill sets to strengthen the future opportunities of members.

The MCC Training Coordinator is responsible for creating, coordinating, and teaching a wide range of curricula for a total of 16 weeks to approximately 90 Ameri Corps members annually, including MCC Environmental and Community Tree Stewards, Team Leaders, Assistant Team Leaders and Field Team Members. Training environments include classrooms, online, outdoor workshops, and collaborative opportunities.

Topics may change depending on need, compliance with Ameri Corps, and grants specifications. Past topics have included:
Soft Skill Development (diversity, leadership, professionalism, nonviolent communication);
Job Readiness Objectives (career exploration, interview skills, goal setting, resume and cover letter writing);
Certification Programs (Chainsaw Training, Advanced First Aid, National Incident Management Systems, Mental Health First Aid);
Outdoor Skills (Leave No Trace, Backcountry Skills/Camp Life, Hygiene and Sanitation);
Technical Skills (Sustainable Trail Design and Construction, Erosion and Sediment Control, Griphoist/Rigging Operations, Carpentry, Stonework, Safety and PPE Standards);
Volunteer Engagement (Essential Practices of Volunteer Management, Recruitment, Reporting);
Reporting Requirements (timesheets, project reports – utilizing ArcGIS and Survey
123, quarterly reports).

Beyond the intensive training periods, the role of Training Coordinator becomes multi-faceted. Investigating training resources; understanding Ameri Corps requirements and compliance; collecting high-quality data; planning Ameri Corps and program events (9/11 Day of Service, MLK Jr. Day of Service, Life After Ameri Corps, Recognition); building relationships with host sites and partners; recruiting members and host sites; providing field supervision and ongoing training throughout the primary field season (late June to mid-November);

and supporting the growth of the Steward and Field Team programs. Occasionally, this position may also participate in tool maintenance, trail assessment, and other operational support.

The Training Coordinator reports directly to the MCC Director.

Key Responsibilities :

• Create, conduct, and coordinate a wide variety of training for Ameri Corps members both personally, and in collaboration with MCC staff, partners, and external contractors.
• Teach principles and best practices of trail construction and maintenance
• Teach job readiness skills such as resume writing, career exploration, and interview skills
• Spearhead DEI initiatives for the corps to enhance recruitment, outreach, programming, and training practices
• Collect and record high-quality data related to training effectiveness, volunteerism, job readiness initiatives, program evaluation, and Ameri Corps compliance
• Draft and execute contracts and lodging agreements for training and facilities delivered from outside sources
• Effectively communicate with outside instructors to schedule workshops, manage logistics, and procure necessary training resources
• Coordinate housing, project sites, and logistics for a successful training period – includes weekly reporting, food procurement, ongoing monitoring of facilities, and communication with partners
• Assist Ameri Corps members and staff with recruitment, events, and projects, such as:
  • Assist in the screening,…