Birmingham VISTA Lead

The Birmingham Mayor's Initiative VISTAs understand that poverty is a complex issue influenced by many factors. Their mission is to tackle challenges related to infrastructure, health, and economic development for vulnerable communities in the City of Birmingham. With a focus on empowerment, this program aims to educate youth and support low-income families, helping them gain the tools they need to thrive.

Guided by the mayor's strategic plan, the VISTA program will build strong partnerships with local agencies to create a supportive network. This network will help connect citizens facing various hardships with resources and opportunities that lead to positive change. At the heart of this effort is the VISTA Lead, who plays a vital role in the success of both the VISTA members and the program itself.

By offering mentorship, facilitating open communication, and strengthening the program’s capacity, the VISTA Lead fosters a collaborative and nurturing environment. This support enables VISTA members to effectively respond to the community’s needs and work towards the long-term goal of alleviating poverty for all Birmingham residents.

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This program will expose VISTAs to a range of City of Birmingham Departments/Divisions based on their skill set. VISTAs will receive hands-on experience. They will work alongside professionals who can educate them on different aspects of how the city operates.

• Living Allowance
• Relocation Allowance
• Childcare assistance if eligible
• Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
• Training
• Health Coverage*

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• Car recommended
• Prohibits paid work outside of the sponsoring agency at any time
• Permits attendance at school during off hours

• Community Outreach
• Children/Youth
• Community and Economic Development
• Entrepreneur/Business
• Health
• Environment
• Education
• Neighborhood Revitalization
• Ex-Offender Reentry
• Public Safety
• Homelessness

• Social Services
• General Skills
• Public Speaking
• Urban Planning
• Communications
• Community Organization
• Recruitment
• Teaching/Tutoring
• Leadership
• Disaster Services
• Fund raising/Grant Writing
• Law
• Education
• Non-Profit Management
• Writing/Editing
• Youth Development
• Conflict Resolution
• Team Work

Ameri Corps VISTA Leaders

City of Birmingham VISTA Lead

09/01/2026 - 12/31/2028

Full Time

High school diploma/GED

Minimum: 18 Maximum:
None

ALABAMA

English

From 01/01/2026 To 12/31/2028

Devlon Reese
710 20th St N
Birmingham AL 35203

devlon.reese
www.birminghamal.gov