Campus Compact EnviroCorps (AmeriCorps Minimum-time)

Campus Compact EnviroCorps (CCEC) is the first nationwide AmeriCorps program dedicated to strengthening campus-based, community-led environmental stewardship efforts. EnviroCorps works with colleges, universities, and their community partners to weatherize homes, organize nature conservation projects, and lead environmental education events in local communities. Combined, these activities help increase home energy efficiency, cost savings, and comfort; support access to clean air, land, and water; and increase knowledge and motivation to make a positive difference for the planet. EnviroCorps is an AmeriCorps program managed by Campus Compact, a national coalition of colleges and universities dedicated to civic and community engagement. EnviroCorps places teams of 3-10 AmeriCorps members in full- and part-time service terms with our campus and community partners throughout the United States. Campus Compact functions as the central EnviroCorps program hub, performing program administration, offering training, and providing support to EnviroCorps members and their projects.

The EnviroCorps program at Miami Dade College Kendall will collaborate with the Earth Ethics Institute and Citizens for a Better South Florida to restore pine rocklands, plant native trees, and educate Miami-Dade communities about local ecosystems, biodiversity, & conservation.

Position Type: Minimum-time AmeriCorps member (300 hours)

Service Term: October 20, 2025 – August 14, 2026

EnviroCorps Member Activities:

• Collaborate effectively with supervisor, EnviroCorps team members, community partners, volunteers, and campus staff and students to design and implement an Environmental Impact Plan
• Build capacity for the campus host site and local community partners to improve their environmental programming through volunteer management, fundraising, partnership development, systems development, and/or training others
• Plan, execute, and engage in hands-on nature conservation projects, such as restoring native habitats, building pollinator gardens, clearing unnatural debris from trails, tree planting in urban green spaces, etc.
• Develop, plan, schedule, and present environmental education events, using provided materials, that focus on energy efficiency and/or nature conservation
• Support additional campus- and community-driven environmental initiatives

Additional Service Requirements:

• Complete and submit accurate and timely biweekly timesheets
• Complete progress reports and submit project data on a monthly basis
• Collaborate with team to develop a Project Sustainability Guide
• Participate in an AmeriCorps Day of Service

Training Requirements:

• Attend a week-long virtual orientation at the beginning of the service term
• Attend weekly virtual All Corps Meetings
• Participate in Life After AmeriCorps training workshops and career action planning activities

The responsibilities above are essential position functions and are subject to reasonable accommodations. Members may be required to perform other position-related instructions within the scope of their normal service activities as requested by their site supervisor and/or AmeriCorps program staff in alignment with the grant and not unallowable or prohibited activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 17 years old
• Must be a U.S. Citizen, National, or Lawful Permanent Resident
• Must pass a National Service Criminal History Check
• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• Must be located in or willing to relocate to the host site area
• Ability to travel to various Miami Dade College campuses and around the county

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience with environmental stewardship
• Motivated team leader with exceptional organizational skills 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work outdoors and perform strenuous physical activity 
• Currently enrolled Miami Dade College student

Term of Service: The service term is October 20, 2025 through August 14, 2026. Minimum-time members must complete a total of at least 300 service hours ( 10 hours per week). Service hours must be completed on site within normal business hours (M-F 8:30 am-5:00pm, with a 30-minute lunch break). A set schedule will be determined by the host site supervisor prior to the start date. 

Service Location: Miami Dade College – Kendall Campus 

Benefits:

Minimum-time AmeriCorps members will receive:

• $1,565.08 AmeriCorps Segal Education Award. This award is contingent upon the successful completion of the program and is good for 7 years
• Member Assistance Program benefits
• Student loan forbearance or deferment for certain loans
• Professional development and an enhanced professional network
   

To Apply: 

Submit your application here: https://campuscompact.tfaforms.net/79 

For questions, please email Glennys Gonzalez at ggonzalez@compact.org. The application priority deadline is September 12, 2025. Applications are received on a rolling basis after that. 

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.