DUG Corps AmeriCorps Member

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: about 1 year ago
Location: Denver, COLORADO
Deadline: 01 Feb 2023

Posting Details
Position Information


Classification Title Temporary Hourly
Employment Category Temporary
Is this an Hourly position? Yes
Work Hours/Week 32
Overtime Eligible? Yes
Position Location Denver, CO
Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work? No
Description of Work Unit
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We invite you to review Colorado State University’s Principles of Community that guide our mission and vision of access, teaching, service, and engagement.
AmeriCorps and Colorado State University Extension (CSUE) joined forces to give youth the opportunity to engage in 4-H Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) projects. This 4-H program focuses on out-of-school and during school time education that encourages youth to develop 21st century workforce skills, graduate from high school and consider STEM academic and career choices.
We are an AmeriCorps State program funded by AmeriCorps through Serve Colorado–The Governor’s Commission on Community Service. The program is administered by Colorado State University Extension and the Colorado 4-H Youth Development Program in partnership with Denver Urban Gardens.
Through 4-H Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) out-of-school time programming, the CSUE 4-H STEM AmeriCorps Program will address AmeriCorps’ national service priority for Education – providing, supporting, and facilitating access to services and resources for economically disadvantaged youth that contribute to improved educational outcomes, increased likelihood of high school graduation and preparation for success in post-secondary education.
To learn more about the CSU Extension 4-H STEM AmeriCorps Program, visit http://www.4hstemk12.colostate.edu/americorps/ .
Search Contact Email [email protected]
Position Summary
Denver Urban Gardens (DUG) Corps members serve within DUG’s network of 192 community gardens located across six counties in Denver-Metro. Serving closely with gardeners, Garden Leaders, and DUG staff, members will be assigned gardens to support throughout the season. Members act as liaisons between the gardens and DUG and cultivate engagement between gardeners, gardens, and the broader community. Members will serve as program activators, building deeper connections with community gardens and programs, leading events, and participating in workdays and infrastructure projects throughout the network.
Four (4) three-quarter time (1,200 hours) AmeriCorps positions are needed.
Service will begin with the new member orientation training on February 15, 2023.
Position Minimum Qualifications
  • Be willing to provide direct services, strengthen the community, and build the capacity of the organization as described in the position description.
  • Be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national or a lawful permanent resident of the U.S.
  • Have a high school diploma or GED and be at least 18 years old.
  • Have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
  • Pass required criminal background checks, including a National Sex Offender Website search, to serve with at-risk or vulnerable populations. AmeriCorps service is contingent on passing these background checks.
  • Be willing and able to complete the required hours of service by November 15, 2023.
  • Attend all required training, including Orientation Training in February
  • Submit an online timesheet to report service hours once every two weeks
  • Report data as requested
  • Attend events as required throughout the program year.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Be dedicated to community service.
  • Interest in physical labor, gardening, and horticulture, and working outside with your hands.
  • Basic carpentry skills or desire to learn.
  • Ability to serve independently and plan, organize, prioritize, and complete multiple tasks with minimal supervision, a systems mindset.
  • Ability to make a commitment to complete term of service (between February 2023 – November 2023).
  • Ability and willingness to serve in a team setting and to promote collaboration.
  • Ability and willingness to serve in a position with flexible hours Tuesday-Saturday, including occasional evenings.
  • Ability to use a computer for e-mail communication and online reporting.
  • Outgoing and personable with a passion for community building.
  • Professional, respectful, and brings a positive attitude.
  • Personal and professional commitment to diversity.
  • Spanish and/or knowledge of other languages a plus.

Posting Details


Working Title DUG Corps AmeriCorps Member
Posting Number 202200892T
Department CSU Extension-Programs
Salary Range Three-quarter time members earn a living allowance of up to $21,000 (disbursed in equal payments every two weeks) for their term of service (1,200 hours) as well as an Education Award of $4,546.50 upon successful program completion.
Employee Benefits
Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for temporary employees in the following University benefit area: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/
Close Date 02/01/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, all materials must be received directly at https://jobs.colostate.edu/ no later than 11:59 PM Mountain Time on Wednesday, February 1, 2023. Please submit the following to apply:
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter


For questions regarding the program, the position, qualifications, or job duties please contact Melinda Macpherson at [email protected] or (970) 491-5575.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] .
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Diversity Statement
Personal or professional commitment to diversity and inclusion as demonstrated by persistent effort, active planning, allocation of resources and/or accountability for diversity and inclusion outcomes.

Essential Job Duties


Job Duty Category Garden Support and Engagement
Duty/Responsibility
  • Serve as a conduit to the DUG team for gardens and Garden Leaders (garden maintenance and repairs, horticulture, Justice Equity Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI), food and language access, leadership)
  • Plan and oversee community-building events within the gardens, including Organic Gardening Learning Labs, Master Composter Classes, and Garden Socials, and encourage inter-network garden connections.
  • Support and unify Garden Leaders within each geographic Micro Network and the larger DUG network.
  • Support garden construction workdays and infrastructure projects, safely use power tools, assist with sign hanging, and garden clean-ups.
  • Provide on-the-ground oversight of DUG’s Baseline Infrastructure Initiative, including community outreach to reactivate select gardens.
  • Accurately and professionally discuss with community partners and volunteers the objectives of DUG and the AmeriCorps program.
Percentage Of Time 80%
Job Duty Category Member Training and Professional Development
Duty/Responsibility
  • Participate in on-going trainings and events as required and requested by AmeriCorps, CSU Extension, and/or DUG.
  • Participate in performance reviews with the site supervisor.
  • Meet regularly with site supervisor to discuss service topics and issues.
Percentage Of Time 10%
Job Duty Category Service Commitment
Duty/Responsibility
  • Complete contract service hours (Three-quarter time, 1,200 hours) and site-specific responsibilities by November 15, 2023
  • Accurately complete and submit enrollment paperwork and reports.
  • Have dependable transportation to and from host site, program/partner site, and programming activities.
  • Wear official DUG/AmeriCorps identity items such as name tag, T-shirts, and lapel pins during all AmeriCorps service.
  • Represent AmeriCorps, Colorado State University Extension, and DUG in a professional manner.
Percentage Of Time 10%

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