Stewards VISTA: Marys River Watershed Council- AmeriCorps

Position Title

Stewards VISTA:
Marys River Watershed Council
- Ameri Corps

Stewards Individual Placements, East

Marys River Watershed Council

101 SW Western Blvd Suite 105, Corvallis, OR 97333

Start Date:

August 10, 2026
End Date:
August 9, 2027
Total Service Term: 365 days (1 year)
Living Allowance: $68.39/day ($24,962.35/year)

Marys River Watershed Council’s initiative, an Ameri Corps Program, seeks to inspire and support voluntary stewardship of the Marys River watershed by expanding equitable access to environmental education, outreach, and volunteer opportunities for communities in western Oregon, particularly low‑income residents and those facing barriers to participation; it is grounded in values of collaboration, inclusivity, sustainability, and community‑driven conservation.

Within an Ameri Corps Position, the member will build organizational capacity by developing outreach systems, educational tools, and engagement strategies that connect underserved residents to watershed learning and stewardship opportunities. The member will collaborate with staff, partners, and community groups to strengthen education and volunteer programs, ensuring long‑term access and meaningful participation in environmental stewardship.

The Ameri Corps VISTA member will expand MRWC’s community presence and cultivate stewardship by developing volunteer programs and outreach initiatives throughout the Marys River watershed.

• Developing a plan for staff to build a volunteer Ambassador Program
• Developing public engagement events
• Creating a toolkit for staff to manage social media and newsletter communications

• 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

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
• Training Funds
• 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.
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