Program Coordinator – Wyoming Conservation Corps AmeriCorps Individual Placement Coordinator

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The Program Coordinator manages all aspects of the Wyoming Conservation Corps' Ameri Corps Individual Placement program, including member recruitment, hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation. This position serves as the primary liaison between Ameri Corps members and host site partners (government agencies and nonprofits), ensuring high-quality service experiences, regulatory compliance, and achievement of program objectives. The Program Coordinator is responsible for member development, maintaining required documentation and reporting, coordinating training and professional development opportunities, and fostering strong partnerships with community organizations throughout Wyoming.

This position is office based, with required travel for member orientation and field visits throughout the summer.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Host Site Relations & Partnership Management - Serve as primary contact for all Individual Placement host sites; coordinate with Program Director to develop new placements; conduct site visits to assess placement quality and safety; troubleshoot site-related issues; facilitate communication between sites and WCC.
• Member Recruitment & Hiring - Develop and implement recruitment strategies; coordinate outreach to colleges, universities, and community organizations; screen applications; conduct interviews; make hiring recommendations; manage onboarding processes including background checks, eligibility verification, and enrollment documentation for Ameri Corps and University systems.
• Member Training & Orientation - Design and deliver comprehensive orientation and training programs for Individual Placement members; coordinate required Ameri Corps training; develop training materials and member handbook content; facilitate professional development workshops; develop position-specific training with host sites. Assist with Field Crew orientation and trainings.
• Member Supervision & Support - Conduct regular check-ins with all Individual Placement members; provide coaching and mentoring; address performance issues; coordinate mid‑term and end‑of‑service evaluations; facilitate conflict resolution between members and host sites; support member transitions after service completion. Assist with Field Crew visits as needed.
• Compliance & Documentation - Maintain accurate and complete member files in compliance with Ameri Corps regulations; review and approve member timesheets within established deadlines; track service hours and project outputs; ensure completion of all required forms (eligibility, background checks, agreements). Collect and manage program performance data; prepare quarterly and annual progress reports; track member outcomes and achievements; document member stories and impact;
  
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