AmeriCorps Operations Coordinator Job Austin area,Texas USA,Non-Profit & Social Impact

Job Posting

Title:

Ameri Corps Operations Coordinator

Hiring Department:

Charles A Dana Center

Position Open To:

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

FLSA Status:

Exempt from FLSA

Earliest

Start Date:

Oct 19, 2026

Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

Location:

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Job Details:

Primarily office-based with occasional travel to host sites or events within Central Texas and surrounding areas
Some evening/weekend work may be required for events or trainings
Travel may be required

Purpose

The Ameri Corps Operations Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day administrative, logistical, and compliance operations of the Dana Center's Ameri Corps programs (both Literacy First and Numeracy First). This role ensures the programs run smoothly from member onboarding through service completion, manages grant compliance and reporting to the One Star Foundation, and coordinates the Ameri Corps grants continuation and recompete process.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about national service and community impact.

Responsibilities Member Experience & Development

Coordinate all aspects of Volunteer experiences, overseeing implementation of member and supervisor onboarding and service year engagement

Records, Retention & Site Monitoring

Coordinate Ameri Corps member records and retention, file audits, and monitoring site visits
Ensure Ameri Corps members are trained annually on grant requirements
Oversee professional development opportunities and service events for Ameri Corps members throughout their term of service

Grant Compliance

Manage Ameri Corps grant compliance regarding member enrollment, exits, and ongoing program management during the service year
Maintain and update the Ameri Corps Compliance Manual, and train Ameri Corps staff on relevant components annually
Attend One Star monthly meetings

Funder & External Relations

Manage the relationship between Dana Center and One Star Foundation, which oversees Ameri Corps in Texas
Manage all information regarding program implementation
Coordinate the Ameri Corps grant continuation and recompete process, with input from Dana Center Leadership and relevant staff
Attend local, state, and national/regional Ameri Corps conferences

Internal Collaboration

Collaborate closely with the Literacy First and Numeracy First project teams, Project Management Team, Recruitment and Outreach Coordinator, and Human Resources Coordinator to coordinate grant activities
Work effectively across teams to monitor the operational plan and progress toward strategic plan goals
Participate in processes and activities designed to establish an organizational culture that supports learning, collaboration, and collective responsibility to enhance professional relationships, job satisfaction, and organizational efficiency and effectiveness
Attend biweekly team meetings and monthly departmental meetings.

Reporting

Prepare monthly Program Enrollment Reports (PERs) along with the Simple Fixed Calculator spreadsheet for reporting to One Star Foundation, using member timesheets
Work with Assistant Director, Finance monthly for reporting in One Star Foundation online platform

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree education, business, social work, public administration or related field
5 years of experience in program coordination, nonprofit administration, or a related field
Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and customer-service orientation
Problem-solving and adaptability in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; comfort learning new databases and systems
Ability to maintain confidentiality…