AmeriCorps VISTA Program Specialist, Montana Campus Compact
Website Montana Campus Compact
Application instructions are located at the bottom of the page. Please apply directly through the University of Montana’s career portal UM Jobs at https://umjobs.silkroad.com/ for positions at the University of Montana – Missoula, University of Montana Western (Dillon), and Helena College. Do not apply through Indeed.com or use easy apply through Indeed.com*.
Montana Campus Compact (MTCC) invites applications for an AmeriCorps VISTA Program Specialist to join their team. The AmeriCorps VISTA Program Specialist is a grant-funded position and is responsible for co-leading candidate recruitment for MTCC’s AmeriCorps National Service programming, training implementation and program evaluation for the MTCC AmeriCorps VISTA program. The role works as part of a team, with significant responsibility and leadership roles. MTCC hosts approximately forty AmeriCorps VISTA members each year, including yearlong and summer members serving throughout Montana in the areas of capacity building for MTCC’s signature anti-poverty work, including postsecondary education access, college completion, and climate resiliency.
The AmeriCorps VISTA Program Specialist co-leads a robust candidate recruitment processes for AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps VISTA programs, in conjunction with AmeriCorps Program Specialist, including;
- Spearheads local, regional and statewide marketing and outreach
- Creates web-based opportunity posts and advertising (via AmeriCorps.gov, social media channels, mtcompact.org, Peace Corps, Compact.org, idealist, etc.)
- Writes and submits service opportunity listings within the Egrants management system, communicating with the funder for ensure approval
- Holds new applicant intake interviews, reference checks, assignment to service sites, marketing, etc
- Communicates and cultivates relationships among faculty and staff from postsecondary academic programs which share focuses with the AmeriCorps VISTA program (e.g., English, history, community engagement, environmental studies, Native American Studies, Political Science, etc.)
- Seeks out and secures new and appropriate avenues for candidate recruitment
- Manages all logistical needs for VISTA-related training and special programmatic events, including
- Leads semi-annual Community Building Institute, including presenter recruitment, publicizing the event, registration, and the University of Montana Micro-credentialing process
- Researches negotiates, and secures contracts with vendors/professionals for goods and services
- Co-leads all logistical needs for joint AmeriCorps member in-person and virtual training events in conjunction with AmeriCorps Program Specialist
- Evaluates the AmeriCorps VISTA program for efficacy and success of the interventions outlined in the AmeriCorps VISTA grant
- Recruits, trains, and supervises work-study students each academic year
Required Skills
- Professional experience in a nonprofit and/or higher education setting;
- Program and/or project leadership and management experience;
- Strong organizational skills;
- Understanding of adult learning theory, situational leadership, and effective facilitation;
- Knowledge of volunteer recruitment;
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, including excellent public speaking skills and the ability to effectively communicate with diverse populations and stakeholders;
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency with office hardware (computers, telephones, printers, scanners) and software, including the following Microsoft products: Word, Excel, Outlook, Publisher and Access;
- Ability to work in a team setting;
- Knowledge about Montana culture and communities, including experience in the higher education and nonprofit sectors;
- Ability to travel throughout the state;
- Ability to work independently and maintain consistent office hours, between 8:00 AM and 5:00PM, Monday through Friday, throughout the calendar year (including summers).
Minimum Required Experience
- High School diploma and two (2) years’ experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in education, social science, public administration, or a related field
- Two (2) years of relevant work experience
- National Service (i.e. AmeriCorps, VISTA, Peace Corps) experience
- Evaluation experience
About Campus Compact and UM
Montana Campus Compact (MTCC) advances the public purposes of colleges and universities by deepening their ability to improve community life and to educate students for civic and social responsibility. As a statewide network of campuses, MTCC engages students, faculty, administrators, and community volunteers to address critical community needs through strong campus-community partnerships. Hosted by The University of Montana, the MTCC Network Office facilitates the work of Campus Compact institutions throughout Montana by securing funding, administering programs, organizing training, and providing technical support for program participants, grantees, and partners.
The University of Montana is flagship, research institution with approximately 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000, surrounded by mountains and three rivers converge. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere. The University of Montana offers eligible employees a generous benefits package that positively separates UM from other local employers and offers many programs and policies to support work-life balance for its employees.
The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action : Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always”; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.
To learn more about the University of Montana, Missoula, and the State of Montana, please visit the links below.
Position Details
Position Title: AmeriCorps VISTA Program Specialist (Program Coordinator II)
Position Number: NEW
Department: Montana Campus Compact
Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, 12 months/year
Salary: $17.085/hr- Current employee’s rate of pay for this position will be determined by the staff compensation plan and will minimally be this posted salary. For questions and details regarding the staff compensation plan, email the Compensation Department .
Union Affiliation: FOCUS-MFPE
Probationary Period: Six months minimum
Benefits Include : Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.
Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran’s Preference Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing: Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).
Must be eligible to work in the United State upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
How to Apply
Priority Application Date: Wednesday, June 21, 2023 by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time)
Complete applications received by this date will be guaranteed consideration. To receive full consideration, candidates are required to submit all of the following materials.
Please submit the following application materials** via the UM Jobs portal and by clicking “New Resume/CV” button. Please do not apply through Indeed.com*.
Step 5 “Attachments” in the online application process is where you may upload additional materials. Up to five (5) attachments are allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.
*Please note, only five (5) attachments allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.
Open Until Filled. Application review has begun, but applications are still being accepted.
A complete application Includes:
- Letter of Interest – addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as “Dear Search Committee” or “Dear Hiring Manager” is acceptable.
- Detailed Resume – listing education and describing work experience.
- Professional References – names and contact information for three (3) professional references.
* Applying through Indeed.com or easy apply through Indeed.com may result in submission of an incomplete application. Applications may be removed from full consideration if they are not complete with materials listed above under the “How to Apply” section. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure complete application materials are submitted and received by the date listed above.
** Please note: only five (5) attachments are allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.
Job Location Missoula, Montana, United States
Position Type Full-Time/Regular