Stewards Individual Placements (Stewards/SIP) provides individuals with service and career opportunities to strengthen communities and preserve our natural resources. Participants work with federal agencies, tribal governments, and nonprofits building institutional capacity, developing community relationships, and supporting ecosystem health.

　　This position is a 365 day (1 year) public service term lasting from April 8, 2024 – April 6, 2025.

　　Living Allowance: $62.69/day ($22,881.85/year)

　　For more information regarding Stewards, please visit our website. (https://stewardslegacy.org/)

　　Growth and change in Iron County are inevitable; planning for our future is critical. Vision Iron County is a community-based organization that promotes and protects the quality of life in Iron County through representative engagement, regional partnerships, and collaborative strategies. We serve Iron County citizens, organizations, and government by coordinating and advocating for long-term planning that represents a consensus of participating community members through active engagement, partnerships, and accountability. Vision Iron County is in communication with residents and organizations across the county to help shape a long-term vision for the area. We aim to unite and elevate community voices to ensure that growth in Iron County is intentional. Vision Iron County is a fluid process that is meant to reflect community ideals and trends. The vision will change as community desires evolve with forces such as technological developments, population growth, and economic advancements. 12 Key Focal Points 1. Manage natural resources: conserve, innovate, and plan 2. Preserve area vistas and scenic landscapes 3. Designate areas for industrial growth and agriculture 4. Improve transportation corridors to create a well-connected community 5. Create a land use vision with a “placemaking” focus 6. Keep state and federal partners informed of local efforts to avoid duplication of efforts 7. Preserve historic buildings and districts 8. Collaborate with other counties/communities to maximize regional assets 9. Develop walkable and mixed-use neighborhoods 10. Support and strengthen SUU’s and Southwest Technical College regional position 11. Provide zoning for a variety of housing types 12. Avoid “leap-frog” growth.

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　　Member Duties:

　　• Partner with local, regional, state, and national organizations that advance VIC’s mission.

　　• Maintain consistent engagement channels, eliminate ineffective engagement efforts, and introduce new opportunities to build VIC’s network.

　　• Collaborate with Iron County residents, visitors, and stakeholders to explore sustainable growth and preservation of Iron County’s culture, heritage, and natural resources.

　　• Work with VIC volunteers to maintain continued progress on the long-term vision.

　　• Stay up to date with existing efforts to improve the long-term well-being of Iron County. Identify ways for VIC to support these efforts (such as fund development).

　　• Identify resources and existing initiatives for VIC to learn from and incorporate into our processes.

　　Program Benefits:

　　Segal Education Award ($6,895) OR Cash Stipend ($1,800) upon successful completion of service, Living Allowance(62.69/day, disbursed every 2 weeks, Regular Training and Professional Development Opportunities (free and virtual), Employee Wellness Program (access to a licensed, professional counselor and 24/7 in-moment support), Childcare, Healthcare, Non-Competitive Eligibility upon successful completion of the term*, Networking and Mentorship, Access to a nationwide cohort of like-minded peers.

　　*For more information regarding the Segal Education Award, check out this link (https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/segal-americorps-education-award) as well as alternative uses for the award here (https://conservationlegacy.org/alt-ed-award) .

　　*For more information regarding the AmeriCorps VISTA Childcare benefit, please visit https://americorpschildcare.com/.

　　*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit http://www.vistacampus.gov/healthcare.

　　*For details about Non-Competitive Eligibility, please visit https://my.americorps.gov/trust/help/member_portal/non_competitive_eligibility_overview.htm

　　Service Areas :

　　Health

　　Tribal

　　Environment

　　Housing

　　Community Outreach

　　Technology

　　Community and Economic Development

　　Entrepreneur/Business

　　Education

　　Neighborhood Revitalization

　　Homelessness

　　Recommended Skills:

　　Environment

　　Teamwork

　　Leadership

　　Recruitment

　　Fund raising/Grant Writing

　　Public Speaking

　　General Skills

　　Community Organization

　　Writing/Editing

　　Urban Planning

　　Education

　　Communications

　　Non-Profit Management

　　For more information, please contact Addie Gilkerson (she/her) at agilkerson@conservationlegacy.org

　　Stewards Individual Placements does not and will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application, interviewing, and/or onboarding process, please send your request to the hiring manager in your preferred method of communication.

　　Required SkillsRequired Experience