We need a passionate, hard-working, community-focused individual to complete energy and water conservation projects in low-income housing units throughout Denver, helping clients reduce their utility bills by installing high-efficiency fixtures in their homes, and educating them on the importance and benefits of saving energy and water. This is your opportunity to explore a career in conservation by gaining experience and technical skills in a safe and supportive environment.

Personal growth, friendship, and endurance thrive here. You’ll learn how to install toilets, showerheads, aerators, and other energy and water saving fixtures while educating the community about conservation and sustainability. Put your personal development at the top of your priority list, next to community service and environmental impact. Get paid biweekly while doing what you love and earn a scholarship at the end of the year.

What you’ll do every day:

• Lead the education of clients on Conservation behaviors including the financial and environmental benefits of conservation.
• Create outreach strategies and materials for LEAP enrollment, host engagement and outreach events, collect data on LEAP enrollment, and inform Metro Denver residents on energy and water conservation services.
• Collect client stories that demonstrate the qualitative impact of our service.
• Assist in tracking utility usage data for a select group of clients and report savings created by Mile High Youth Corps (MHYC) services.
• Complete energy assessments with crews of 2-3 other Corpsmembers in low income housing units throughout the Denver Metro Area
• Participate in educational activities on environmental stewardship, civic engagement, healthy living, leadership & career development, and social justice

Schedule: This is a full-time temporary position, expected to begin on January 15, 2020 and end on December 4, 2020. 39.5 hour weeks, Mon-Thurs 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Fridays 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.  Schedule may vary depending on project needs.

Qualifications:

• Must be 21-24 years old and eligible to legally serve in the United States. Documentation will be required on the first day.
• Must be eligible for enrollment in AmeriCorps as a US Citizen, National, or Lawful Permanent Resident.  Documentation will be required on the first day.
• High School Diploma or equivalency required.
• Able to commit to the entire term of service.
• This position may have access to vulnerable populations and therefore must complete a pre-service background check which includes fingerprinting.
• Pre-service drug screen required (includes marijuana).
• Able to read, write, and speak in Spanish and English.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License and insurable driving record.