25-26 Bellingham Parks and Rec Restoration Educator

This is an AmeriCorps/Washington Service Corps national service position. It is contingent on funding and open until filled. Bellingham Parks and Recreation supports a healthy community by providing high quality parks and recreation services. We maintain 3,649 acres of city parkland, 84 miles of trail, and more than 38 parks. Our demographics are changing. This has resulted in a greater need for green space access, safe walking and cycling trails, healthy parks, and open spaces. Increased use requires us to address the impacts. The spaces we manage are experiencing more erosion, vegetation damage, and other environmental issues. The member will educate and engage our community in restoration projects. They will lead groups of volunteers and teach environmental stewardship in a variety of settings. We conduct a rolling review of applications and interviews until the position is filled. Monthly stipend amount: $3,157.