Public Lands Center Coordinator

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Public Lands Center Coordinator

Position Summary 

The intern will be placed at Western Colorado University's Center for Public Lands. The position will support volunteer, service-learning, and project-oriented collaboration with local public land agencies and their partners. Intern will develop leadership, project management, problem solving, and communication skills while exploring their own professional interests in areas of collaboration, stewardship, and academic research. Preference will be given to Western's Master of Environmental Management student.

Location 

Western Colorado University- Center for Public Lands

Schedule 

September 15, 2025 - April 20, 2025

Key Duties and Responsibilities 

• Coordinate volunteer and service learning opportunities for the Center of Public Lands and local land management agencies/partners
• Work with a team of staff and graduate students to execute a range of public lands-related projects through the Center for Public Lands. Current projects can be found on CPL's website.
• Support Center for Public Lands Operations through recruiting, updating the webpage, creating social media posts, attending/coordinating meetings, hosting events, and other tasks adding to the success.
• Intern may be assigned to work with public land agencies and/or their partners.

Marginal Duties 

Assisting with department field trips and events.

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in a related conservation/environmental field
• Ability to contribute to a positive team atmosphere
• Some (1+ year) experience in the conservation/environmental field
• Ability to write on a professional level
• Ability to be organized and responsive
• Able to communicate professionally with a wide variety of partners, students, and the public

Preferred Qualifications 

• Be an active applicant or accepted student to Western Colorado University's Master of Environmental Management program.
• Have a sincere interest in pursuing a career in conservation/environmental management.

Hours 

20 per week

Living Accommodations 

Intern will receive a housing allowance. Resources for housing can be found through the Clark Family School for Environment & Sustainability.

Compensation  

• Housing Allowance: $1,000/month
• Weekly living Stipend: $350
• Travel for professional development - $1,000
• Service Clothing - $200

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. 

Equal Opportunity Statement 

The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.