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Job description
Description
The California Emergency Response Corps (CERC) is a statewide AmeriCorps preparedness and disaster response program led by California Volunteers and administered by Bay Area Community Resources (BACR). The program’s mission is to strengthen California’s emergency readiness and disaster resilience, particularly in communities most vulnerable to wildfires, floods, earthquakes, and food insecurity.
This is a limited-term service opportunity totaling 1700 hours (~11 months). Fellows will gain direct experience in climate resilience, community organizing, and emergency response while serving vulnerable communities across California.
CORE is recruiting CERC Fellows for two areas of service:
1. Climate Resilience & Disaster Preparedness
Fellows will support community-based emergency preparedness, climate resilience, disaster mitigation, outreach, education, volunteer engagement, and community projects. Fellows will work directly with residents and community partners to help communities prepare for and reduce the impacts of disasters.
2. Disaster Recovery & Resource Navigation
Fellows will support wildfire recovery efforts in Los Angeles, with a primary focus on Altadena and the Pacific Palisades. Fellows will support CORE’s Altadena recovery hub and Center for the Community by helping residents navigate community resources and connect with recovery services and assistance.
Both positions provide hands-on experience working directly with communities and supporting residents before, during, and after disasters.
Direct Community Engagement
Lead community outreach, education events, and distribute preparedness materialsFacilitate workshops on disaster preparedness and climate resilienceCollaborate with community-based organizations and residents on local projects
Lead community outreach, education events, and distribute preparedness materialsFacilitate workshops on disaster preparedness and climate resilienceCollaborate with community-based organizations and residents on local projects
Program Development Support
Co-develop content and ideas for local campaign events and community-led initiatives
Support the implementation of urban greening, defensible space, risk assessment, emergency kit preparation, and food insecurity projects
Volunteer Coordination & Community Engagement
This program works in Alameda and Santa Clara Counties and includes extensive driving.
Represent CORE and AmeriCorps at community events and trainings
Build and maintain relationships with local community-based organizations
Recruit, train, and lead volunteers in climate and disaster preparedness projects
Data & Reporting
Log community interactions, feedback, and resource distribution
Submit accurate weekly reports and timekeeping through approved systems
Participate in regular performance check-ins and team meetings
Emergency Deployment
Be available for up to 4 deployments across California during your service term, each lasting up to 2 weeks
Support emergency operations (e.g., wildfire relief, food bank distribution) with 24–48 hours' notice
AmeriCorps Member Expectations
Serve ~40 hours per week to complete 1700 hours
Participate in CERC-wide and site-specific training (virtual and in-person)
Complete weekly reports, timekeeping, and evaluations
Participate in State/National Days of Service (MLK Day, 9/11 Day, César Chávez Day)
Engage in ongoing performance check-ins with site supervisors and program staff
Qualifications
18 years or older
U.S. Citizen or lawful permanent resident
Reside in or willing to relocate to Los Angeles, San Diego, Bay Area, or Siskiyou County
Spanish or other second language skills preferred
One year of related experience (paid or volunteer) or a bachelor’s degree
Willingness to serve evenings/weekends as needed
Ability to deploy statewide on short notice (up to 2 weeks, 4 times per year)
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Suite, Google Workspace, Zoom)
Must pass background checks (DOJ, FBI, NSOPW)
Valid California driver’s license, automobile insurance, and access to personal vehicle
Benefits
Monthly living stipend ($30,000 over 11 months)
AmeriCorps Segal Education Award of up to $10,000 (upon successful completion)
Healthcare coverage
Childcare assistance (if eligible)
Student loan forbearance (for eligible loans)
Ongoing training, mentorship, and professional development
Clear pre-employment background check requirements, including local, state, and national criminal records checks, sex offender registries, employment, education verifications and child abuse registry check (if required by state regulations) are required post job offer and prior to employment. Safeguarding CORE is committed to keeping children and vulnerable individuals safe and has a Zero Tolerance policy for sexual exploitation and abuse. Every CORE employee, consultant and volunteer is bound by CORE’s Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policy. By applying for this position, an applicant confirms that they have not previously violated an employer’s safeguarding, sexual misconduct, (child) sexual exploitation and abuse, or human trafficking policy.
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Worksite address
los angeles, CA, 90079, US
Who can apply
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