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| Job Ref: | 11462332 |
| Employer: | Minnesota Pollution Control Agency |
| Job Type: | Full Time |
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| State: | MN |
| City: | Various |
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Working Title: Minnesota GreenCorps AmeriCorps Member - AmeriCorps Worker Job Class: Americorp Worker Agency: Pollution Control Agency
The work you'll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. Job Summary Minnesota GreenCorps is a statewide AmeriCorps program coordinated by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), with a mission to preserve and protect Minnesota's environment and strengthen communities. MN GreenCorps members serve full-time at local governments, tribal nations, nonprofit organizations, or educational institutions throughout the state. Members address critical environmental issues and help communities build resiliency while gaining green job skills and networking with environmental professionals. The Minnesota GreenCorps program anticipates engaging up to 58 members in the 11-month service term. AmeriCorps Term and Schedule: September 23, 2026 - August 24, 2027. Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm typical. Occasional evenings/weekends may be required for some positions. Locations: 58 positions are available throughout Minnesota. Housing is not provided; members must secure housing near their service location. Applicants may indicate geographic area preferences on the application.
Projects: Members serve in one of the four environmental topic areas: community readiness and outreach, energy conservation and green transportation, stormwater and forestry, or waste reduction and recycling. Member activities may include: implementing sustainability-related projects, delivering environmental education, collecting and benchmarking data, improving habitat and water quality, implementing recycling programs, collaborating with community partners, and mobilizing volunteers. Benefits: Members earn a living allowance disbursed every two weeks in payments of $1150 (pre-tax) , health insurance with premium paid, free mental health services with counseling, student loan forbearance on eligible loans, and an education award of up to $7395 for education expenses or qualified student loans. Members receive training from the MPCA, develop green job skills, gain professional experience, network with environmental professionals, and are paired with a mentor who provides ongoing guidance. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
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Application Details How to Apply Visit www.pca.state.mn.us/mngreencorps to learn more about the program, review the available positions and locations in the project summary document, and read the Application Guide. You must read the Application Guide before starting your application and return to this page to apply! Applicants may indicate the topic area and region of the state where they want to serve on the application. You will need to upload a resume in the application system; applicants are encouraged to include past volunteer experience and/or share why community service is important to them on their application materials. Please be prepared to briefly describe an experience you have had that demonstrates your interest in environmental work on the application as well. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview; please be sure the contact information provided on your application is up to date. This program is available to all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, religion, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, military status, familial status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Programs and activities must be accessible to persons with disabilities, and the program must provide reasonable accommodation for the known mental or physical disabilities of otherwise qualified volunteers, service recipients, applicants, and staff. All selections and project assignments must be made without regard to the need to provide reasonable accommodation. Contact If you have questions about the Minnesota GreenCorps program or the position, contact mngreencorps.pca@state.mn.us . If you have questions about the application process or the status of your application, contact mgcapplication.pca@state.mn.us . EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law. APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need. | |
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