Indy Parks AmeriCorps - Community Engagement Lead

Urban parks play an important role in enhancing the quality of life in cities, providing spaces for recreation and civic engagement. They also offer solutions to various community and national issues by serving as healthy exercise spots, managing stormwater runoff, improving air quality, promoting economic and community development, and providing safe and accessible recreational opportunities.

 Indy Parks is seeking one (1) Community Engagement Lead AmeriCorps member who can lead community building educational programs and support park stewardship efforts in Marion County. The Community Engagement Lead will focus on creating educational programming that engages community members of all ages meaningfully, fostering grassroots supports for parks and equitable access. Community Engagement Lead will support programming particularly in areas identified experiencing Nature Gap, communities experiencing disparities in access to greenspaces and nature-based programming. This member will also have access to ArcGIS to support AmeriCorps efforts. This member position makes an excellent opportunity for those interested in honing their leadership skills, conservation, community engagement, and outdoor work. Members will have access to hands-on skill development, free training, and experience working in a municipality.