Iowa Program & Outreach Coordinator

FOUNDED IN: 2003

Actively Recruiting
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Yes
Position title
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Iowa Program & Outreach Coordinator
Type of Position
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Corps member (Crew)
Town, City, Park, etc
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Granger
State / Territory
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Iowa

Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and Ameri Corps grantee, engages hundreds of youth and young adults each year in programs and initiatives that improve access to outdoor recreation, restore natural habitat, protect waterways, and respond to community needs and natural disasters.

Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa (CCMI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and Ameri Corps grantee that engages hundreds of youth and young adults each year in programs and initiatives that improve access to outdoor recreation, restore natural habitat, protect waterways, and respond to community needs and natural disasters. Our mission is to cultivate a community of emerging leaders in service to people and the planet.

Learn more at conservation corps.org.

Our values embody safety, justice, stewardship, community, and leadership. In working to fulfill our mission, we believe that it is important we commit to the following:

• Using equity as a lens for the work we do and decisions we make
• Building a shared vision surrounding Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion goals with our partnering organizations and communities, and
• Providing an equitable training environment and high‑quality programming to all our participants.

Position Summary:

The Program & Outreach Coordinator for the Iowa Program plays a key role in advancing CCMI’s programming in Iowa through outreach, recruitment, and member development. This position supports the successful delivery of conservation service projects while helping expand CCMI’s visibility across the state. The Program & Outreach Coordinator assists with member recruitment, onboarding, training, and evaluations, and represents the Corps at career fairs, college classes, and community events.

The Program & Outreach Coordinator also strengthens alumni engagement and manages local social media content to highlight member accomplishments and promote service opportunities. Working closely with the Iowa Program Manager and CCMI headquarters staff, the Program & Outreach Coordinator builds partnerships and contributes to a positive, impactful member experience.

Relationships:
The Program & Outreach Coordinator reports directly to the Iowa Program Manager and collaborates closely with CCMI headquarters staff.

• Coordinate with Iowa program staff to plan and deliver training sessions for members in areas such as orientation, leadership development, interpersonal skills & first aid/CPR, etc.
• Manage the Iowa program’s Outdoor Clothing Library & Loaner Gear Library, ensuring items are properly maintained, tracked, and distributed to members as needed.
• Review project accomplishment reports to ensure accuracy and alignment with program objectives.
• Oversee tracking and documentation of required trainings and certifications for new members, ensuring timely completion and maintaining organized digital records.
• Participate in the interviewing, onboarding, and performance evaluation of Iowa-based Ameri Corps members, including mid‑term and end‑of‑term reviews.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized workspace, including offices, shops, and vehicles.
• Perform field visits as needed to provide support, gather information, and maintain program quality.

• Represent CCMI at public events, job and career fairs, conferences, and community meetings to promote the Iowa program and recruit potential participants.
• Support and maintain relationships with colleges, universities, and community organizations throughout Iowa to strengthen recruitment pipelines and expand awareness of CCMI opportunities.
• Coordinate and deliver informational presentations to college classes, student groups, and partner organizations to increase understanding of service opportunities and career pathways in conservation.
• Collaborate with the Recruitment department to execute shared recruitment strategies.

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