H Lamar County AmeriCorps Member, Part-time

4-H Lamar County Ameri Corps Member, Part-time

This is a National Service position funded through a grant from Georgia Serves (aka Georgia Commission on Service & Volunteerism) and Ameri Corps, the federal agency. Position availability is contingent upon continued availability of federal funds. This position is available September 1, 2026 – August 31, 2027. If additional funding becomes available, individuals may have the option to re-enroll for additional years of service if they meet the service hour requirement (900) and perform satisfactorily.

Federal regulations require a High School diploma or equivalent to apply. Additional education and experience are preferred but not required. The position requires a one-year commitment. This is a temporary national service position, not a traditional employment position. Candidates are also required to apply in the My Ameri Corps portal. Benefits provided to half-time Ameri Corps members include modest monthly living allowance ($1,037.50/month), loan forbearance, and a Segal Education Award equivalent to half of the Pell Grant that may be used to pay educational costs at eligible post-secondary educational institutions as well as to repay qualified student loans.

To qualify for the Segal Education Award of $3,697.50 the member must successfully log 900 service hours by August 31, 2027. To serve in this position, applicants must be prepared to provide copies of the following documents:
Proof of Citizenship (birth certificate or valid Passport), Social Security Card, Government Issued , Federal and State Tax Forms, High School Diploma or equivalent. Applicants must submit to a complete criminal history background check, including a finger-print based FBI check. Individuals convicted of murder or those on the sex offender registry or required to be on the sex offender registry are not eligible.

The Ameri Corps member must comply with the Member Service Agreement (provided prior to service). You must possess a valid driver's license to be considered for this position.

Duties/Responsibilities
- Under the direction of the 4-H County Extension Agent, deliver 4-H positive youth development programming directly to youth. This includes: facilitating/teaching 4-H in-school club meetings; preparing students for 4-H Project Achievement; attending 4-H Summer Camp; designing and implementing community service projects; and assisting with other 4-H base programming. Members will assist the 4-H Agent with day-to-day activities involved with providing direct services to youth, such as planning and development of 4-H programming.

Some programming may be delivered in a virtual format. Members may provide transportation to youth.

Duties/Responsibilities
- Support and provide leadership to the county 4-H Volunteer program: recruit, screen, train, and engage volunteers. The member may assist with coordinating the county volunteer registration database. Half-time members should recruit at least 3 new volunteers during their service.

Duties/Responsibilities
- Track and document data related to the Ameri Corps Grant performance measures and complete monthly reports, supported by the Ameri Corps State Program Coordinator. This includes administering surveys to youth as well as data entry.

Duties/Responsibilities
- Attend local, district, and state program activities and events alongside 4-H County Extension Coordinator. Attend district and state-wide trainings, including the Ameri Corps New Service Year Orientation (October 6-7, 2026, at Rock Eagle 4-H Center) as well as additional face-to-face trainings and at least monthly webinars.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position
- High school diploma or equivalent required. A valid driver's license is required. Must be a U.S. citizen with proof of citizenship.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
- The successful candidate must exhibit qualities of independent judgment and a passion for service as well as the ability to perform the tasks necessary in planning, developing, and directing educational programs directed erience working with youth a plus.

Physical Demands
- Driving, light…