Conservation Corps NM Communications & Outreach - VISTA Summer Associate - AmeriCorps

 

 

Position Title:  Communication & Outreach Specialist – VISTA Summer Associate

Conservation Legacy Program: Conservation Corps New Mexico Individual Placement

 

Site Location: Teleservice eligible; must be within commuting distance of the following program offices:

560 N.

17th Street

Las Cruces, NM 88005

 

7851 C 2nd Street SW

Albuquerque, NM 87105

 

Terms of Service:

Start Date: 6/29/2026

End Date: 9/4/2026

AmeriCorps Slot Classification: Minimum-time

 

Purpose:

Conservation Corps New Mexico (CCNM), a program of Conservation Legacy, provides individuals with AmeriCorps service and career internship opportunities to strengthen communities and preserve our natural resources.

Participants serve with federal agencies, tribal governments, and nonprofits to provide institutional capacity, develop community relationships, and support ecosystem health.

CCNM is excited to host a Communication & Outreach Specialist to support CCNM with successful promotion and outreach by engaging corpsmembers and Southern New Mexico communities.

 

The Communication and Outreach Specialist (Specialist) will assist CCNM staff with recruitment and community events, creating and distributing print media, photo and video documentation of corpsmember projects, and providing a critical presence on CCNM social media platforms.

 

 

 
Description of Duties:

·       Following Conservation Legacy’s organizational messaging structure, post social media content on platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, X, and TikTok.

·       Develop and provide audience-appropriate presentations about CCNM to recruit, inform, and inspire the public.

·       Participate in career fairs and community events such as the farmers market to promote CCNM program and opportunities.

·       Create compelling partner outreach materials and program overview brochures.

·       Develop stories in area newspapers, publications, and other media.

·       Travel to visit corpsmembers in the field and obtain media content (may require day trips or overnight travel).

 

Qualifications:

·       At least 18 years of age

·       Valid U.S Driver’s License - Drivers must be over 21 or have had a license for at least 3 years.

·       Education: Pursing or completing undergraduate degree in communication-related field.

·       Language: English Speaking.

·       Experience with social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, X and TikTok.

·       Experience developing communications resources, such as flyers, web pages, and communications plans.

·       Experience with photo/video documentation.

·       Interest in conservation field and learning about conservation projects.

·       Willingness to travel and visit corpsmembers in the field.

·       Demonstrated ability to work independently on project related work.

·       Demonstrated con...