Stewards VISTA: Western Alliance for Reclamation Management (WARM)

 

 

                    

 

Position Title: Stewards VISTA: Western Alliance for Reclamation Management (WARM)

Conservation Legacy Program: Stewards Individual Placements, East

Site Location: Gunnison, CO

City, State or Full Address: 1 Western Way, Gunnison, CO 81231

 

Terms of Service:


* Start Date: 05/05/25


* End Date: 05/04/26


* Must serve a 365-day (1 year) service term


* Living Allowance: $68.39/day ($24,962.35/year)

 

 

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Purpose:

The Western Alliance for Reclamation Management (WARM) AmeriCorps Program is dedicated to preparing the next generation of professionals for careers in mine reclamation, environmental stewardship, and sustainable resource management across the US West.

By fostering collaboration between academic institutions, industry leaders, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations, WARM works to restore ecosystems, revitalize impacted communities, and create economic opportunities through responsible reclamation efforts.

As an AmeriCorps Position, the WARM VISTA member will build the organization's capacity by supporting fundraising, grant writing, partnership development, and board recruitment, while also assisting in the coordination of a summer mine reclamation field course.

The member’s service will strengthen WARM’s expansion efforts, ensuring more students and professionals gain hands-on experience in reclamation and sustainability.

This role is a unique opportunity to engage with industry experts, faculty, and students while advancing WARM’s mission of workforce development and environmental restoration.

 

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

 

Description of Duties:


* Grant Writing & Fundraising: Research funding opportunities, draft grant proposals, and assist in developing fundraising strategies to sustain and grow WARM’s programs.


* Partnership Development: Build relationships with academic institutions, industry professionals, nonprofits, and government agencies to expand WARM’s network and increase opportunities for student engagement.


* Program Coordination: Support planning and logistics for WARM’s summer mine reclamation field course, ensuring a successful experience for students and professionals.


* Outreach & Communications: Develop materials, manage digital content, and contribute to outreach efforts that highlight WARM’s mission and impact.


* Board & Organizational Development: Assist with board recruitment and engagement efforts, helping to strengthen governance and long-term sustainability.


* Capacity-Building Support: Research best practices for workforce training programs and contribute to the development of curriculum, toolkits, and other resources that enhance WARM’s mission.

This position requires strong communication, organizational, ...