Web Assistant Fellow

Position: Web Assistant Fellow 

Duration: 6 Month Fellowship (26 weeks): Starting June - Dec 2020 (dates are dependent upon the start date)

Location: Southwestern Regional Office, Albuquerque, New Mexico

 

The Forest Service is looking for a six-month paid professional intern (Resource Assistant), with the possibility of an extension, to join a dynamic team supporting partnerships and engagement programs in their Southwestern Regional Office, based in Albuquerque, N.M.  

 

Please note this work is primarily conducted in an office setting, but there may be occasional opportunities to attend meetings with partner organizations and visit national forests in the region. 

 

The Resource Assistant will receive a stipend. A monthly housing stipend is possible. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

 

Fellows will work and communicate with a HAF Program Manager during their fellowship. Fellows will be expected to participate in scheduled conference calls, webinars, and meetings conducted throughout their term. Fellows will capture photos and/or videos for reporting purposes and submit 3 blog posts highlighting their experience and development. Fellows will coordinate and participate in Latino Conservation Week 2020, scheduled during mid-July.

 

 

*This is a 1099 position. Persons paid on a 1099 basis are independent contractors and are self-employed. Independent contractors are required to pay all self-employment taxes (Social Security & Medicare) as well as income tax. Independent contractors generally do not receive any type of employment benefits from the client. For more information please refer to www.irs.gov or talk with a tax professional.

 

HAF is managing the recruitment for these positions. All applications should be submitted through HAF’s MANO Project application page. A resume and two references will be required for submission. Your application or resume should include professional and educational experience, along with any awards, technical skills or volunteer activities. Application questions or issues may be directed to Evelyn Ramirez at evelyn@hispanicaccess.org.

 

Applications for this position are due on Monday, April 20, 2020. Phone interviews and final decisions will be made by April.

 

The Office of Communication & Engagement(OCE) in the Southwestern Region coordinates media relations, legislative affairs, conservation education, youth engagement, internal communication, design, printing, social media, web, intranet, audiovisual production and visitor information services, as well as participating in the regional partnership team and other multi-staff initiatives and teams. Incumbent will be an integral member of the Southwestern region’s communication community, participating and contributing to the lively and dynamic working environment that exists in the public affairs arena. A moderate amount of travel can be expected within the Region by both automobile and air travel.

 

To sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the Nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations.

Hispanic Access Foundation (HAF) is a 501(c)(3) national nonprofit organization that connects Latinos to partners and opportunities improving lives and creating an equitable society. HAF’s vision is that all Hispanics throughout the U.S. enjoy good physical health, a healthy natural environment, a quality education, economic success and civic engagement in their communities with the sum improving the future of America.