Become a SNAP Member

We are seeking enthusiastic, conservation-minded people to commit to 11 months of service to protect Sierra Nevada natural resources and sustainable communities. During the year, SNAP members will gain skills and technical training, mentor with outstanding environmental leaders, and help to conserve some of our most treasured landscapes. SNAP AmeriCorps members are passionate and committed to the mission of the Sierra Nevada Alliance, SNAP and AmeriCorps. Member’s full-time commitment to serve at a nonprofit organization or public agency in the Sierra Nevada.

Apply at https: www.sierranevadaalliance.org/join-snap/

Full Term Positions start on November 1st 2025 and end on September 30th, 2026

1. Fill out the SNAP online application on our website

2. Email your resume and a 1-page cover letter stating your interest in the SNAP Member position and your best qualifications for the position/.

3. Candidates are requested to use the following headings and labels when submitting their applications.

• Email subject line: [Full Name] SNAP AmeriCorps Application
• Cover Letter attachment: [Full Name] Cover Letter
• Resume attachment: [Full Name] Resume

Host site details: Shasta Land Trust (SLT)- Land Conservation Program Assistant

Organizational Background:

Shasta Land Trust (SLT) is a regionally respected nonprofit based in Redding, CA, dedicated to conserving the beauty, character, and diversity of Northern California’s most significant lands. Founded over 27 years ago through a grassroots effort to protect a single ranch, SLT has since grown into a conservation leader, permanently protecting over 61,000 acres of vital landscapes, including watersheds, forests, working lands, wildlife habitat, riparian corridors, and open space. Using conservation easements, SLT partners with landowners to limit development while supporting continued private ownership and land use and assumes long-term responsibility for stewardship. Alongside land protection, SLT fosters conservation awareness through public outreach and education. As development pressures grow, SLT is working to conserve an additional 20,000 acres of high-priority land over the next three years by expanding its capacity for land protection, stewardship, and community engagement. Committed to the future of conservation, SLT also mentors emerging professionals, helping to build a more resilient and ecologically healthy future for the region and beyond.

Organizational/Program Goals:

SLT is dedicated to protecting Northern California’s most important landscapes by achieving lasting conservation results. SLT's key strategic goals include conserving 20,000 acres of high-priority land within the next three years, expanding habitat connectivity, preserving sensitive ecosystems and biodiversity, aligning with regional conservation initiatives, strengthening partnerships, and improving stewardship efficiency and effectiveness. The Land Conservation Program Assistant (Member) plays a vital role in increasing SLT’s capacity to meet these goals by supporting the implementation of conservation projects, stewardship of protected lands, and expanding engagement with landowners and local communities. This role involves assisting with stewardship activities, outreach, landowner relations, and systems operations that directly contribute to safeguarding natural resources, such as watersheds and forests, which sustain biodiversity, water quality, and landscape resilience across the region. This position offers valuable hands-on experience and a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the long-term preservation of Northern California’s treasured lands for future generations

Member Service Plan Overview and Outcomes:

This position offers hands-on experience in land conservation, with the Member contributing to both field and office tasks in support of conservation easements and land protection projects. Responsibilities include assisting with site visits, collecting and managing field data, and helping prepare reports. The Member will also organize internal records, improve project systems, and utilize tools such as Microsoft Word and Excel, ArcGIS, Landscape, Google Earth, satellite imagery, and drone footage to document property conditions, support monitoring efforts, and inform land management decisions. Guided training in foundational project management will further strengthen SLT’s ability to complete conservation projects. Public engagement is a key aspect of the role, with the Member supporting SLT’s annual landowner newsletter, conducting outreach to potential easement partners, and assisting with events such as guided hikes, picnics, bird-watching, and quarterly trail clean-ups. They will represent SLT at tabling events and may create outreach content, including a social media series. Through project support, community engagement, and system improvements, the Member will play a vital role in advancing SLT’s mission while gaining meaningful experience in conservation, public outreach, and professional development.

National Service Benefits:

• Up to 30,500 living allowance for term of service, $2,773 per month.
• Segal AmeriCorps Education Award upon successful completion of hours for the enrolled term of service.
• Combined California For All Education Award (for Full Term members only) and the Segal Education Award for a total of $10,000. (FT/1700 hr members only)
• Healthcare, Dental, Vision coverage for members (FT/1700 hr members only)
• Childcare assistance if eligible (FT/1700 hr members only)
• Student Loan Deferment & Interest Forbearance if eligible.
• Member Development fund of $500 to support training, networking, and professional development opportunities that can be utilized and will be valued by future employers after the service term is completed.

National Service Qualifications:

• Must be 18+ years of age and high school graduates or GED recipients (or minimum of 17 and working toward a high school diploma or GED); members must agree to obtain either a diploma or GED before using an education award; meeting full list of member eligibility requirements in 45 CFR §2522.200(a)
• Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national or lawful permanent resident
• Must participate in a national criminal history background check pursuant to 45 CFR §2540.200-206