California Climate Action Corps Fellow

California Climate Action Corps FellowshipClimate Resilience Coordinator at Shift Our Ways CollectivePOSITION LOCATION: Los Angeles, CATERM OF SERVICE: Full-time; serve 1700+ hours from September 21, 2026 - August 13, 2027TIME COMMITMENT: Serve 40 hours per week, Wednesday - Sunday, approximately 9AM - 5PM, with occasional evenings based onproject needs. Onsite 4 days per week.ABOUT CALIFORNIA CLIMATE ACTION CORPS (CCAC):California Climate Action Corps (CCAC) is a Governor’s initiative national service program led by California Volunteers, Office of the Governorand implemented by Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) dedicated to advancing climate actions that engage community members, cultivatechange, and leave a lasting impact.CCAC is part of a larger statewide initiative to address the climate crisis by placing emerging leaders with public agencies, nonprofits, tribalcommunities, and educational institutions to mobilize communities through volunteer engagement, climate action, and education serviceprojects focused on urban greening, organic waste and edible food recovery, and wildfire resiliency.Selected Fellows will serve 1700+ hours as AmeriCorps members over approximately eleven months, supporting community volunteerengagement, climate action, or education projects in vulnerable communities across the state. CCAC meets Californians where they are andprovides meaningful opportunities for everyone to take climate action. For more information, please visit: caclimateactioncorps.org/(https://www.caclimateactioncorps.org/)ABOUT HOST PARTNER:Shift Our Ways (SOW) Collective is a women-founded environmental non-profit with a mission to advance food justice andenvironmental stewardship in the San Fernando Valley. SOW is creating a neighborhood-scale food system rooted in care andreciprocity by installing garden beds at homes and schools, donating seeds, plant starts, and trees. SOW’s backyard farms in Arletaand Reseda serve as inclusive learning spaces and community hubs, offering free, locally grown organic produce and access to safegreen spaces for local communities. Youth empowerment is central to SOW’s mission by cultivating leadership through hands-onprojects rooted in principles of regenerative agriculture. More info: www.sowcollective.org (https://www.sowcollective.org)DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:Shift Our Ways (SOW) is offering an 11-month leadership and skills-building experience designed to cultivate the next generation ofcommunity-rooted climate advocates. Hosted by a women-led nonprofit serving BIPOC communities, our food rescue programming marks anexciting new evolution toward deepened commitment, mentorship, and impact. Fellows will support the expansion of our food rescue initiativesby connecting with local farmers' markets, organizations, and volunteers to distribute excess produce to community members and divert foodwaste from landfills by composting food scraps at our Reseda farm. In addition to food rescue initiatives, fellows will gain hands-on training inSOW’s native plant nursery, where they will join volunteers in seeding, planting, and distributing California native plants. Fellows will conductoutreach to local neighbors, schools, and volunteers to coordinate planting events. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who care deeplyabout environmental equity and are ready to help co-create a future rooted in regeneration, healing, and justice. Duties include, but are notlimited to:Engage and educate volunteers in seeding, planting, and distributing California native plantsLead volunteers in composting food scraps and educate the community about food wasteApply Here: https://bacr.tfaforms.net/f/ccac-member-appDesign and lead the build of an updated compost system at SOW’s Reseda farmCultivate partnerships with local food banks, farmers' markets, and community members to increase sources of food donations andexpand the impact of our community compost programLead community-facing workshops and planting events centered around the benefits of landscaping with California native andclimate-adapted plantsCollaborate with staff on community engagement strategies and support the creation of educational content such as handouts andactivity guidesTrack program data and analyze results to quantify climate impactParticipation in training not to exceed 20% (340-hours) of total service hoursFellow duties will not include any prohibited or unallowable activities per 45 CFR § 2520.65Fellow duties will not supplant, duplicate, or displace staff as outlined in 45 CFR § 2540.100 (e)-(f)MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Live in California by August 14, 2026Must be age 18 or older by August 14, 2026Must possess a high school diploma or equivalentMust be a US Citizen, US National, or lawful US resident to participatePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Ability to lift up to 30 lbs, and experience in community outreach, composting, diverse outdoor conditions (rain, wind, heat, steep or uneventerrain), edible food recovery, environmental education, environmental justice/equity, event coordination & planning, habitat restoration,landscape management, marketing & social media, native plant management, and volunteer management & engagement. Must have access to areliable vehicle. Fluency in Punjabi, Spanish, or Tagalog is a plus. Other valuable contributions include:An interest in climate change mitigation, volunteerism, or public serviceExperience with outreach, education, training, or community behavior changeFundamental understanding of climate change science, environmental policies in California, and/or environmental prioritiesExcellent organizational, writing, interpersonal, and speaking skillsBENEFITS OF SERVICE:At Shift Our Ways, fellows will gain mentorship and professional development in their chosen area and build a community-centered portfolio.They will deepen their connection to the land, community, and their own leadership while building their professional network. Fellows will beempowered and supported to contribute meaningfully to real-world projects in food justice and environmental equity. Other benefits include:Receive up to $35,250 stipend (before taxes) distributed evenly over the 11-month service termEarn up to $10,000 in education awards (before taxes and upon completion of 1700 hours)Participation in 170-340 hours of training and professional developmentReceive $300 in professional development fundsReceive food assistance via CalFresh (for those eligible)Forbearance on existing qualifying student loans and interest payments accrued during the service termMinimum essential healthcare coverageChildcare assistance (for those eligible)ABOUT BACR:As the program implementation lead, Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) oversees the recruitment, placement, payroll, and benefitsadministration for fellows serving at the Host Partner Site listed above. We cultivate an organizational culture that encourages fairness,teamwork, and respect among all employees and National Service members.We are firmly committed to fostering an environment where individuals, regardless of their experiences and lifestyles, can thrive personally andprofessionally. Therefore, we enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make decisions without regard to race, religion or religious creed,color, age, sex, sexual or personal identity, genetic information, national origin, marital standing, medical condition, impairment, military service,pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classifications protected by law. Our leadership ensures that these principlesguide all aspects of the Fellowship experience during a Fellow's term of service