Stewards VISTA: VISTA Leader-AmeriCorps

Overview

Position Title:

Stewards VISTA: VISTA Leader
- Ameri Corps

Conservation Legacy Program:
Stewards Individual Placements, East

Site

Location:

Beckley, WV 25801

City, State or Full Address: 331 Harper Park Drive, Suite I

Terms Of Service

Start Date:

May 4, 2026

End Date:
May 3, 2027

Must serve a 365-day (1 year) service term

Living Allowance: $74.97/day ($27,364.05/year)

Description Of Duties

Stewards VISTA Leaders will mentor VISTA members in the field who are serving a VISTA year through Stewards Individual Placements.

The VISTA Leader Will

• Aid in the communication of VISTA policies and administrative procedures to VISTAs
• Assist in the leadership development of VISTAs
• Assist the sponsor with recruitment and preparation for the arrival of VISTAs
• Advise the Program Coordinator on potential problem areas and needs of VISTAs
• Aids VISTAs in the development of effective working relationships and understanding of VISTA program concepts
• Develop professional development and training opportunities for VISTAs

Stewards VISTA leaders gain experience in organizational development, peer mentoring, diplomacy, outreach and communication, networking, and leadership. Stewards VISTA Leaders must be self-motivated, utilizing knowledge and experience to support projects that connect economic opportunity and environmental stewardship. This position works with other VISTA leaders.

• United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien
• At least 18 years of age
• College graduate
• Agrees to provide information to establish eligibility and to complete a National Service Criminal History Check
• Must have previous Ameri Corps, VISTA, or Peace Corps experience

Conservation Legacy is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to perform essential functions. Some positions may require periodic overnight travel, non-traditional hours, ability to move across varied terrain, use program-specific tools and a range of technology on an infrequent or frequent basis. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

Ability to safely drive an organizational vehicle may also be required for some positions. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager.

• Typically, this position is expected to serve full-time (35-40 hours), but exact schedules may vary.
• Member may be required to participate in national, state, or local service projects or events as part of their service term.

• Member will receive an orientation that includes training on Ameri Corps prohibited and unallowable activities.
• Member will receive a Virtual Member Orientation (VMO) from VISTA on their first day of service.

• Segal Ameri Corps Education Award
  * of $7,395.00
• or choice of cash stipend of ~$1,800.00
• Living Allowance of $68.39 per day, disbursed every 2 weeks
• Relocation Allowance ($750) if Eligible
• Healthcare Coverage
  * if Eligible
• Childcare Coverage
  * if Eligible
• Loan forbearance if Eligible
• Interest Payments if Eligible
• Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Wellness Program (access to a licensed, professional counselor and 24/7 support)
• Non-Competitive Eligibility* (NCE) status upon successful completion of the term
• Networking and Mentorship
• For more information regarding the Segal Education Award, check out this link as well as alternative uses for the award here.
• For details about Ameri Corps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
• For more information regarding the Ameri Corps VISTA Childcare benefit, please visit
• For details about Non-Competitive Eligibility, please visit .

As an Ameri Corps VISTA member, performance will be evaluated on whether the member has completed their required year of service; the member has satisfactorily completed assignments; and if the…