Green Iowa AmeriCorps is Iowa's leader in boots-on-the-ground energy and environmental services. GIA is headquartered at the University of Northern Iowa's Center for Energy & Environmental Education, and maintains 20 sites throughout Iowa. 

 

APPLY NOW to serve with our Environmental National Service Program!

Green Iowa AmeriCorps is currently hiring Summer Stewards!

The program is looking to recruit passionate and motivated individuals for a 3-month service experience in our service locations throughout Iowa. As a member of our new and existing programs sites, you will have the opportunity to create plans in conjunction with city officials, nonprofit leaders, and school districts and execute projects that will greatly impact the communities we serve. The leadership and empowerment experienced as part of our program will be like no other!

Our program hopes to train the next generation of ‘green-collar’ workers through a combination of service work, presentations, and hands-on learning. Members can build leadership abilities through specific coordinator roles, which will allow each member to contribute their own unique skills to the program. Members have access to free trainings, hands-on skill development, and extensive community engagement. Our mission is empowering Iowa's communities and school districts to make more environmental, conservation-minded decisions and improvements through direct service work, environmental education, professional development opportunities, and volunteer engagement.

Please apply by visiting our website: https://www.greeniowaamericorps.org/open-positions.
Applicants should send a copy of their resume and three professional references to GIACrecruitment@gmail.com.

 

OUR SERVICES
 

• ENERGY & COMMUNITY - The Energy & Community branch helps Iowans become more energy efficient through residential weatherization, energy education, and community outreach services. Energy & Community uses a team-based approach to provide residential weatherization services as well as energy education and energy-related community outreach efforts. As of 2016, all labor and materials are free to any individuals who qualify for a home weatherization after testing for too much air infiltration during a Home Energy Audit.  Download the position description for Energy & Community HERE. Energy & Community on Facebook

• SUSTAINABLE SCHOOLS - The Sustainable Schools branch serves as a resource and catalyst for Iowa school districts to build a more energized and sustainable future. Sustainable Schools members serve as sustainability coordinators and work to reduce district-wide energy costs and assist teachers and staff in implementing environmental project-based learning initiatives.  Download the position description for Sustainable Schools HERE. Sustainable Schools on Facebook

• LAND & WATER STEWARDS - The Land and Water Stewards branch is dedicated to restoration and conservation of Iowa's native habitats and natural resources. Members are focused on conserving and restoring Iowa's lost ecosystems and water quality. Download the position description for Land & Water Stewards HERE.Land & Water Stewards on Facebook