Minnesota GreenCorps AmeriCorps Member

Minnesota GreenCorps AmeriCorps Member

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Job Summary

Minnesota GreenCorps is a statewide AmeriCorps program coordinated by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), with a mission to preserve and protect Minnesota's environment and strengthen communities. MN GreenCorps members serve full-time at local governments, tribal nations, nonprofit organizations, or educational institutions throughout the state. Members address critical environmental issues and help communities build resiliency while gaining green job skills and networking with environmental professionals. The Minnesota GreenCorps program anticipates engaging up to 58 members in the 11-month service term.

AmeriCorps Term and Schedule: September 23, 2026 – August 24, 2027. Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm typical. Occasional evenings/weekends may be required for some positions.

Locations: 58 positions are available throughout Minnesota. Housing is not provided; members must secure housing near their service location. Applicants may indicate geographic area preferences on the application.

• Northeast: Duluth, Grand Rapids
• Northwest: Bemidji, Fergus Falls, Park Rapids
• North Central: Aitkin, Brainerd, Collegeville
• Metro: Andover, Apple Valley, Burnsville, Chaska, Columbia Heights, Eden Prairie, Hopkins, Maple Grove, Maplewood, Minneapolis, Minnetonka, New Brighton, Newport, Plymouth, Prior Lake, Richfield, Saint Anthony Village, St. Louis Park, St. Paul
• Southeast: Faribault, La Crescent, Northfield, Rochester
• Southwest: Le Sueur

Projects: Members serve in one of the four environmental topic areas: community readiness and outreach, energy conservation and green transportation, stormwater and forestry, or waste reduction and recycling. Member activities may include: implementing sustainability-related projects, delivering environmental education, collecting and benchmarking data, improving habitat and water quality, implementing recycling programs, collaborating with community partners, and mobilizing volunteers.

Benefits: Members earn a living allowance disbursed every two weeks in payments of $1150 (pre-tax), health insurance with premium paid, free mental health services with counseling, student loan forbearance on eligible loans, and an education award of up to $7395 for education expenses or qualified student loans. Members receive training from the MPCA, develop green job skills, gain professional experience, network with environmental professionals, and are paired with a mentor who provides ongoing guidance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 18 years or older.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, or a lawful permanent resident of the U.S.
• Must be eligible to serve in AmeriCorps and commit to completing the 11-month (1700 hour) AmeriCorps service term.
• Must have two years post-secondary education (a two-year associates degree or completion of sophomore year in a four-year degree program) or equivalent of 6 months professional experience (volunteer, internship, or work).
• Must have a demonstrated interest in the environment and/or service and community work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Ability to work well independently and on diverse teams.
• Ability to take initiative and effectively manage projects.
• Ability to research and organize information.
• Effective communication, presentation, and writing skills.
• Functional computer skills: word processing, spreadsheet, database management.

Physical Requirements

• Most positions are primarily based in an office setting and require sitting, standing, and operating a computer and telephone.
• Most positions require light to moderate lifting, bending, stooping, kneeling, and carrying.
• Some (limited) positions require the use of hand tools and/or power tools. Personal protective equipment and safety training will be provided.
• Some (limited) positions require the ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, such as wind, rain, and high or low temperatures on uneven terrain for up to 8 hours at a time.

Additional Requirements

• Positions that perform driving require a valid driver's license and ability to pass a driving record check. Some positions require access to a personal vehicle for transportation.
• Per AmeriCorps regulations, all positions require the successful completion of a criminal history check, including an FBI fingerprint check.
• Offers are contingent on successfully passing these checks.

How to Apply

Visit to learn more about the program, review the available positions and locations in the project summary document, and read the Application Guide. You must read the Application Guide before starting your application and return to this page to apply! Applicants may indicate the topic area and region of the state where they want to serve on the application. You will need to upload a resume in the application system; applicants are encouraged to include past volunteer experience and/or share why community service is important to them on their application materials. Please be prepared to briefly describe an experience you have had that demonstrates your interest in environmental work on the application as well. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview; please be sure the contact information provided on your application is up to date.

This program is available to all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, religion, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, military status, familial status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Programs and activities must be accessible to persons with disabilities, and the program must provide reasonable accommodation for the known mental or physical disabilities of otherwise qualified volunteers, service recipients, applicants, and staff. All selections and project assignments must be made without regard to the need to provide reasonable accommodation.

Contact

If you have questions about the Minnesota GreenCorps program or the position, contact View email address on click.appcast.io.

If you have questions about the application process or the status of your application, contact View email address on click.appcast.io.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourage persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io and let us know the support you need.