AmeriCorps Program Specialist - Hybrid; CT

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Ameri Corps Program Specialist - Hybrid (CT based)

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The Ameri Corps Program Specialist will work closely with the Ameri Corps Program Director and is responsible for the coordination of ongoing member development and supporting the Program Director in successful design and implementation of program support elements to ensure achievement of overall grant and program goals. The Ameri Corps Program Specialist is a key member of the Ameri Corps team responsible for supporting the development, design, implementation and evaluation of member development activities.

Specific responsibilities include aiding in member recruitment, enrollment, and onboarding; developing and coordinating trainings that facilitate positive learning and member experience; work with Ameri Corps staff and members to develop planning and program materials; engagement with members for goal setting and coordination of professional development activities for Life After Ameri Corps; scheduling and leading members’ monthly team meetings; manage online learning network for members and supervisors;

tracking and monitoring of operational data including service projects, education sessions, survey administration, data collection; data analysis and reports for continual improvement of program and member experience; participation in proposal and grant development. Delivery methods for member development include video conferencing, video recordings, site visits, and in-person/virtual consultations.

• Providing clerical, organizational, and technical support for Ameri Corps team to include staff and members.
• Supporting coordination and project management on cross-Ameri Corps/CHC initiatives, as requested or needed.
• Supporting member recruitment activities including helping create social media and marketing materials, connecting with schools, colleges and community partners as well as recruiting at community events and employment fairs.
• Assisting the Program Director with Ameri Corps Member recruitment by screening applicants, scheduling interviews, coordinating the selection process and maintaining applicant database with acceptance and decline information.
• Assisting Program Director with the content, scheduling, and facilitation of Pre-Service Orientation for new members.
• Aiding in the development and coordination of ongoing member development, retention, and Life After Ameri Corps activities.
• Planning and developing schedule of monthly training opportunities for Ameri Corps Members in partnership with the Program Director.
• Fostering esprit de corps among Ameri Corps members, and lead monthly team meetings that include training and development activities that will strengthen Members’ knowledge and skills as a result of their service in the Ameri Corps program.
• Planning and developing statewide Member service projects. Responsible for tracking all service projects that the Members participate in throughout the program year for reporting purposes.
• Supporting members in building relationships, finding solutions to challenges, and meeting deadline and deliverables identified in the Ameri Corps grant.
• Maintaining member files to ensure compliance with Ameri Corps rules and regulations.
• Assisting Program Director in conducting program evaluation activities – administering surveys and assisting with data collection and analysis – to maintain quality of Ameri Corps program and make improvements as needed.
• Work with Program Director to plan and strategize effective program improvements. Activities include, identifying gaps in program procedures, member experience, retention practices, and supervisor trainings and support.
• Supporting Program Director with grant development and reporting, which may include, brainstorming elements of a work plan, coordinating with partner organizations for letters of support, and proofreading for grammar and format.
• Working with the Program Director to manage grant deliverable timelines.
• Assisting in the timely off-boarding/exiting of members.
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with community…