MCNCE VISTA- DCC Program Development Coordinator

Job Title and Organization

MCNCE VISTA- DCC Program Development Coordinator
. Ameri Corps
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Dawson’s Community College (DCC), located in Glendive Montana, first started offering classes in 1940, and since has developed into a comprehensive academic community committed to providing affordable and open access to quality teaching and learning. The foundation of Dawson Community College’s success is the uniquely talented and dedicated personnel who share a commitment to high academic standards, vibrant campus culture, and individual attention to student needs.

Dawson’s Promise, a program within DCC, seeks to ensure students aging out of foster care or experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to pursue their associate degree debt free, including room and board. Beyond the classroom, Dawson Promise works to instill important life skills to prepare participants for independent living. Since its initial conception, the program has grown and served scores of students from across Montana.

By providing educational opportunities and stability to these young at‑risk adults, Dawson’s Promise will be breaking the cycle of poverty and improving life outcomes for these at‑risk individuals exiting the foster care system. VISTA member will evaluate the Dawson’s Promise program in the hopes of maximizing college access and student success for a greater number of this target population moving forward.

Montana Campus Network for Civic Engagement (MCNCE) serves as the intermediary for this project. MCNCE is a coalition of colleges and universities dedicated to fostering civic engagement, service learning, and volunteerism across Montana. Led by CEOs from participating institutions, MCNCE works to improve community life and educate students on civic and social responsibility, preparing them to be thoughtful, compassionate, and engaged leaders.

• Evaluate Dawson’s Promise program which seeks to ensure students aging out of foster care and/or experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to pursue their associate degree debt free.
• Assess current programming and research alternative programming improvements.
• Develop a consistent screening process and a solid participant selection process.
• Research current and possible future funding sources.
• Develop improved systems, protocols and templates.
• Improve, grow and maximize the opportunities that are present for the young at‑risk adults that exited the foster care system.

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

For details about Ameri Corps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Car recommended. Permits working at another job during off hours. Permits attendance at school during off hours.

None

• Youth Development
• Communications
• General Skills
• Leadership
• Team Work
• Fund raising/Grant Writing
• Education

• Program Type:
  Ameri Corps VISTA
• Program: MCNCE VISTA- DCC Program Development Coordinator
• Program Start/End Date: 04/06/2026 - 04/05/2027
• Work Schedule:
  
  Full Time
• Education level:
  Some college
• Age Requirement:
  Minimum 18
• Program Locations: MONTANA
• Languages:
  
  English
• Accepting Applications:
  From 12/16/2025 To 03/06/2026
• Contact: DANIEL CORRADINI, 32 Campus Dr, Missoula MT 59812, , corradini, mtengage.org

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Other
• Industry: Government Administration

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