Stewards VISTA: VISTA Leader- AmeriCorps

Position Title: Stewards VISTA: VISTA Leader- AmeriCorps
Conservation Legacy Program: Stewards Individual Placements, East
Site Location: Beckley, WV 25801
City, State or Full Address: 331 Harper Park Drive, Suite I

Terms of Service:
Start Date: May 4, 2026
End Date: May 3, 2027
Must serve a 365-day (1 year) service term
Living Allowance: $74.97/day ($27,364.05/year)
**Must have previous AmeriCorps, VISTA, or Peace Corps experience**

Purpose:

This initiative is an AmeriCorps Program designed to strengthen communities across the country by building leadership capacity, supporting nonprofit and public-sector partners, and investing in the next generation of service leaders. Based in the heart of Appalachia near the New River Gorge, the program serves communities facing challenges such as food insecurity, community resilience, education and workforce development, civic engagement, and legacy environmental impacts, and is guided by values of service, collaboration, and environmental stewardship.
As an AmeriCorps Position, the VISTA Leader mentors and supports AmeriCorps VISTA members, facilitates training and professional development, strengthens communication and coordination across project sites, and connects members to national networks and resources to ensure high-quality service experiences and sustainable, community-driven outcomes.

The AmeriCorps VISTA member will build capacity and develop sustainable solutions to alleviate poverty in underserved communities.

Description of Duties:

Stewards VISTA Leaders will mentor VISTA members in the field who are serving a VISTA year through Stewards Individual Placements.

The VISTA Leader will:

• Aid in the communication of VISTA policies and administrative procedures to VISTAs
• Assist in the leadership development of VISTAs
• Assist the sponsor with recruitment and preparation for the arrival of VISTAs
• Advise the Program Coordinator on potential problem areas and needs of VISTAs
• Aids VISTAs in the development of effective working relationships and understanding of VISTA program concepts
• Develop professional development and training opportunities for VISTAs

Stewards VISTA leaders gain experience in organizational development, peer mentoring, diplomacy, outreach and communication, networking, and leadership. Stewards VISTA Leaders must be self-motivated, utilizing knowledge and experience to support projects that connect economic opportunity and environmental stewardship. This position works with other VISTA leaders.

Qualifications:

• United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien
• At least 18 years of age
• College graduate
• Agrees to provide information to establish eligibility and to complete a National Service Criminal History Check
• Must have previous AmeriCorps, VISTA, or Peace Corps experience

Physical Requirements:

Conservation Legacy is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to perform essential functions. Some positions may require periodic overnight travel, non-traditional hours, ability to move across varied terrain, use program-specific tools and a range of technology on an infrequent or frequent basis. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Ability to safely drive an organizational vehicle may also be required for some positions. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager.

Time Requirements:

• Typically, this position is expected to serve full-time (35-40 hours), but exact schedules may vary.
• Member may be required to participate in national, state, or local service projects or events as part of their service term.

Orientation and Training:

• Member will receive an orientation that includes training on AmeriCorps prohibited and unallowable activities.
• Member will receive a Virtual Member Orientation (VMO) from VISTA on their first day of service.

Benefits:

• Segal AmeriCorps Education Award* of $7,395.00
  • or choice of cash stipend of ~$1,800.00
• Living Allowance of $68.39 per day, disbursed every 2 weeks
• Relocation Allowance ($750) if Eligible
• Healthcare Coverage* if Eligible
• Childcare Coverage* if Eligible
• Loan forbearance if Eligible
• Interest Payments if Eligible
• Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Wellness Program (access to a licensed, professional counselor and 24/7 support)
• Non-Competitive Eligibility* (NCE) status upon successful completion of the term
• Networking and Mentorship

*For more information regarding the Segal Education Award, check out this link as well as alternative uses for the award here.
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit http://www.vistacampus.gov/healthcare.
*For more information regarding the AmeriCorps VISTA Childcare benefit, please visit https://americorpschildcare.com/.
*For details about Non-Competitive Eligibility, please visit https://my.americorps.gov/trust/help/member_portal/non_competitive_eligibility_overview.htm.

Evaluation and Reporting:

As an AmeriCorps VISTA member, performance will be evaluated on whether the member has completed their required year of service; the member has satisfactorily completed assignments; and if the member has met other performance criteria that were clearly communicated at the beginning of the term of service.

Reporting requirements include, but are not limited to, bi-weekly timesheets, accomplishment tracking, and quarterly reporting.

Supervisor Name and Contact Information:

For more information, contact Addie Gilkerson, agilkerson@conservationlegacy.org

Conservation Legacy is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodations due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager.