The start date for this position has not been confirmed but it is anticipated to begin in early April. Any interested candidates should contact Robyn Baylor at rbaylor {at} smcvt(.)edu or (802) 654-2093.  To apply, follow this link: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=42609

Member Duties: The responsibilities for this position include three components. The first component includes assisting in the coordination and expansion of Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Sites (VITA) and the I-CAN E-Filing system for VITA sites. Other duties include coordinating VITA Trainings, promoting VITA through PSAs, flyers, etc., coordinating VITA Clinics in Cut Bank and Browning, and securing partnerships for next VITA tax season. The second component, Financial Education, includes forming partnerships to promote financial literacy, coordinating Financial Literacy Trainings, and creating a database of trained facilitators, Bank Loan representatives and Credit representatives in the community. The Third component, Community Outreach and Capacity Building, will involve a targeted outreach to current military families and Veterans for the aforementioned financial services.

Program Benefits:
Childcare assistance if eligible, Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend, Health Coverage, Living Allowance, Relocation Allowance, Training

Terms:
Prohibits paid work outside of the sponsoring agency at any time

Service Areas:
Community and Economic Development

Skills:
Business/Entrepreneur, Writing/Editing, General Skills

For information and to apply, visit https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=43120

Member Duties: The WVU Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) commits to the connection of campus and community through meaningful service and academic study. To achieve this, the CCE: Develops service learning courses with faculty and community partners, Encourages and supports service opportunities in the community, Consults with units and departments on implementing discipline-based civic engagement curricula, Assesses civic engagement activities across campus, and Plans ongoing engagement and service activities at local, national, and global levels. To help build these efforts, the VISTA will Engage local community partners, create and develop service and service learning opportunities for students, initiate special engagement events that allow students to give back to the community, and sustain VISTA-developed efforts for the future.

Program Benefits:
Childcare assistance if eligible, Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend, Health Coverage, Living Allowance, Relocation Allowance, Training

Terms:
Prohibits paid work outside of the sponsoring agency at any time

Service Areas:
Community and Economic Development, Community Outreach, Education

Skills:
Communications, Community Organization, Computers/Technology, Education, Fund raising/Grant Writing, Public Speaking, Recruitment, General Skills

For more information and to apply, visit https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=43231

Member Duties: Coordinate with agencies that explicitly address asset development, financial literacy, community and economic development, education, employment, at risk youth, health care services, and housing and link these agencies with the resources that Marshall University can provide. Utilize the established community partner/nonprofit database as an assessment and tracking system related to various community projects. Coordinate with departments, programs and colleges as well as student organizations, living and learning communities and focus interest groups to gather information on discipline specific philanthropies within the university. Build upon the current culture of civic engagement on campus.

Program Benefits:
Childcare assistance if eligible, Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend, Health Coverage, Living Allowance, Campus Parking and Meal Plan, Relocation Allowance, Training

Terms:
Prohibits paid work outside of the sponsoring agency at any time

Service Areas:
Community and Economic Development, Community Outreach, Education

Skills:
Community Organization, Computers/Technology, Fund raising/Grant Writing, Public Speaking, Recruitment, General Skills, Knowledge of service learning

For additional information and to apply, visit https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=43230

Member Duties: The VISTA with Montana Tech Service-Learning will build the capacity of the program through the following duties: -Present service-learning opportunities within the community to undergraduate students, faculty members, staff and administration in all academic departments on campus -Develop the recruitment of students for specific service-learning opportunities -Connect with various nonprofit agencies and organizations throughout the community to identify critical student service-learning project needs -Engage students, faculty and staff with nonprofit community organizations and agencies for collaboration on specific projects -Follow-up with faculty members and service site supervisors regarding individual student progress -Organize reflection activities with participating students via group meetings and Blackboard website -Work with faculty and departments to incorporate service-learning into the curriculum for future courses and programs

Program Benefits:

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

Terms:

Prohibits paid work outside of the sponsoring agency at any time

Service Areas:

Community and Economic Development, Children/Youth, Environment, Health

Skills:

General Skills

For more information and to apply, go to this site: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=36119

Member Duties: The responsibilities for this position include three components. The first component includes assisting in the coordination and expansion of Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Sites (VITA) and the I-CAN E-Filing system for VITA sites. Other duties include coordinating VITA Trainings, promoting VITA through PSAs, flyers, etc., coordinating VITA Clinics in Cut Bank and Browning, and securing partnerships for next VITA tax season. The second component, Financial Education, includes forming partnerships to promote financial literacy, coordinating Financial Literacy Trainings, and creating a database of trained facilitators, Bank Loan representatives and Credit representatives in the community. The Third component, Community Outreach and Capacity Building, will involve a targeted outreach to current military families and Veterans for the aforementioned financial services.

Program Benefits:

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

Terms:

Prohibits paid work outside of the sponsoring agency at any time

Service Areas:

Community and Economic Development

Skills:

Business/Entrepreneur, Writing/Editing, General Skills

For more information and to apply, go to this site: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=43120

New Jersey Bonner AmeriCorps*VISTA Fellows Program
The New Jersey Bonner AmeriCorps*VISTA Fellow Program is a volunteer service program developed in partnership of The College of New Jersey’s Bonner Center for Civic and Community Engagement and the Bonner Foundation. New Jersey Bonner AmeriCorps*VISTA Fellows will work to enhance volunteerism, develop economic opportunities, and address literacy and hunger across central New Jersey in the Trenton and New Brunswick areas. There are 15 AmeriCorps*VISTA positions available to work directly with community-based organizations in Trenton and New Brunswick. The NJ Bonner AmeriCorps VISTA Leader will work directly at the Bonner Center for Civic and Community Engagement at The College of New Jersey.

About the Bonner Center for Civic and Community Engagement at The College of New Jersey
Founded in 2004, TCNJ’s Bonner Center for Civic and Community Engagement helps TCNJ maintain its mission to excellence in citizenship and to be a national exemplar in the education of those who seek to sustain and advance the communities in which they live. The Bonner Center for Civic and Community Engagement at The College of New Jersey is responsible for mobilizing faculty, students and staff to help sustain and advance the communities in which we live; in other words, to find mission-consistent ways to improve the quality of life for all. It cultivates the common ground that exists between the educational mission of the College and the needs of non-profit organizations and neighborhoods. It does so by creating teaching and learning opportunities that simultaneously build the capacity of TCNJ students and these groups and communities. Students become more knowledgeable, skilled and civic minded—while community partners gain additional resources to effectuate positive change. Visit us at www.tcnj.edu/~bonner

About the Position: AmeriCorps*VISTA Leader
The NJ Bonner AmeriCorps*VISTA Leader’s role will be to strengthen the impact of the NJ Bonner AmeriCorps*VISTAs efforts to address economic development, asset-based community development, hunger, nutrition, literacy, and volunteer development in the Trenton and New Brunswick regions. This will be done by working in a close, yet independent fashion with the program supervisors to coordinate the recruitment and selection process, training and support efforts, and assisting in the general management of the program. More articulate tasks include:

VISTA Recruitment and Selection
•Assist with the listing of VISTA Placements for Recruitment Season through E-grants, College Center web sites, Idealist.org, the Bonner Foundation Network, etc.
•Attend Career Fairs at local colleges and universities including TCNJ, Rider University and Rutgers University
•Assist developing of all VISTA Assignment Descriptions and 3 Year Strategic Work Plans
•Assist with the gathering/ organization/screening of VISTA candidate applications, including contacting candidates for their supplemental application materials.
•Assist, attend, and help coordinate the Preliminary Interviews
•Obtain and assist with the gathering of all important paperwork required to complete the hiring of NJ Bonner AmeriCorps VISTA Fellows.
•Assist with the coordination and organizing of On-Site Orientation Training

VISTA Training and Support
•Assist with the coordination and implementation of On-Site Orientation Trainings
•Assist with the development of bi-weekly VISTA member meetings
•Identify potential training opportunities for VISTA members offered by community based and government agencies
•Coordinate one VISTA team activity per month esprit de corps
•Coordinate mid-year retreat for VISTA team
•Develop VISTA Life resources (housing options, government benefits information, free or low-income entertainment options) to share with other Members
•Develop shared calendar system for VISTA meetings, events and other activities
•On a continuous basis, strive to create news ways to be a resource to the NJ Bonner AmeriCorps*VISTA Fellows and assist them in their capacity building efforts throughout their service year.

Program Management
•Develop and manage NJ Bonner VISTA Fellows Program Wiki
•Conduct site visits to VISTA placement sites to review progress made towards VAD objectives and assess the overall experience of the VISTA and the community partner’s experience
•Coordinate collection of data for progress reports from all VISTAs
•Assist with interpretation of data
•Assist with development of required reports to Corporation for National and Community Service
•Assist with the development and implementation of a VISTA site supervisor training
•Develop resources for site supervisors on working with a VISTA (i.e. orientation checklist, describing VISTA life, etc.)

What is AmeriCorps*VISTA?
AmeriCorps*VISTA is the national service program designed to specifically fight poverty. Founded as Volunteers in Service to America in 1965 and incorporated into the AmeriCorps network of programs in 1993, VISTA has been on the front lines in the fight against poverty in America for more than 40 years. VISTA Members commit to serve full-time for a year at a community based organization or institution working to fight poverty. For more information about AmeriCorps VISTA, please visit www.americorps.gov.

AmeriCorps*VISTA Benefits
•Choice of $5,550 Segal AmeriCorps Education Award or accrue $200 per month for an End-Of-Service Stipend Award
•Increased modest subsistence allowance ($1193.92/month – $14,327.04/month)
•Intensive weeklong VISTA Leader training (12/06/2011 – 12/09/2011 in Indianapolis, IN)
•Health Care Benefits
•Child Care Assistance, if eligible
•Personal/Medical Leave
•Relocation allowance
•Life Insurance
•Liability Insurance
•Professional Development Training
•Post-service federal employment incentives and opportunities

Position Qualifications
•Successfully completed at least one full year of AmeriCorps*VISTA service and demonstrated exemplary skills and leadership in community service
•Must be available to serve full-time for one year
•Must be at least 18 years old
•Must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident of the U.S.
•Bachelor’s Degree
•Experience with community service and/or non-profit organizational work
•Ability to research information and make strong recommendations for best effective practices
•Self-starter who can work independently and on a team
•Excellent attention to detail and follow-through skills
•Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and projects at the same time
•Ability to work with diverse groups of individuals and constituencies
•Strong oral and written communication skills
•Computer proficiency with emphasis on MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and willingness to learn and use a variety of online tools, including Wikis, Facebook and other social media tools

How to Apply:
Before applying, please read additional information about serving as an AmeriCorps*VISTA Leader at www.americorps.gov

All applicants must submit an AmeriCorps*VISTA application, which includes an online form to be filled out by two references, on the national “My AmeriCorps” site. You can find our listing by visiting www.americorps.gov.
1. Under “Join AmeriCorps,” click on “Advanced Opportunity Search” A new page should open.
2. Use the Program Type dropdown menu to select “AmeriCorps VISTA Leader.”
3. Use the State dropdown menu to select “New Jersey” and type “NJ Bonner VISTA Fellows” in the Program Name field.
4. The next window should list our available positions and allow you to apply now.

Expected Start date: November 21, 2011

If you are interested or have any questions, please feel free to contact Heather Camp or Kristi Cordier at 609-771-2108, or email vista {at} bonner(.)org

New Jersey Bonner AmeriCorps*VISTA Fellows Program
The New Jersey Bonner AmeriCorps*VISTA Fellow Program is a national volunteer service program developed in partnership of The College of New Jersey’s Bonner Center for Civic and Community Engagement and the Bonner Foundation. New Jersey Bonner VISTA Fellows will work to enhance volunteerism, develop economic opportunities, and address literacy and hunger across central New Jersey in the Trenton and New Brunswick areas. Fifteen positions are available to work directly with community-based organizations in Trenton, TCNJ, and Rutgers University Civic Engagement and Service Education Partnership Program. The Workforce Development Intermediary Project Coordinator will work directly at TCNJ’s Bonner Center for Civic and Community Engagement.

About the Bonner Center for Civic and Community Engagement at The College of New Jersey
Founded in 2004, TCNJ’s Bonner Center for Civic and Community Engagement helps TCNJ maintain its mission to excellence in citizenship and to be a national exemplar in the education of those who seek to sustain and advance the communities in which they live. The Bonner Center for Civic and Community Engagement at The College of New Jersey is responsible for mobilizing faculty, students and staff to help sustain and advance the communities in which we live; in other words, to find mission-consistent ways to improve the quality of life for all. It cultivates the common ground that exists between the educational mission of the College and the needs of non-profit organizations and neighborhoods. It does so by creating teaching and learning opportunities that simultaneously build the capacity of TCNJ students and these groups and communities. Students become more knowledgeable, skilled and civic minded—while community partners gain additional resources to effectuate positive change. Visit us at http://bonner.pages.tcnj.edu/

About the Position: Workforce Development Intermediary Project Coordinator
The Workforce Development Intermediary Project Coordinator will work to develop a sustainable intermediary system to link low to middle-skilled workers to gain and retain employment in industries that provide opportunities for advancement. This AmeriCorps*VISTA position will focus on researching current employment trends and job trainings for adults facing multiple barriers to employment in the Trenton and Mercer County area.

In year one, to help develop a more effective track towards self-sufficiency for the four partner organizations which primarily deal with 17-24 year old out-of-school youth with a criminal history (Isles Youth Build, PEI Kids) and chronically unemployed adults (Rescue Mission, TASK) , 1 VISTA worker will convene local stakeholders and accomplish the following: 1) research what employment/job sectors are growing, 2) determine what relevant training programs are in place for the aforementioned target populations to access those emerging jobs, 3) deliver reports to the 4 partners agencies to increase their understanding of the opportunities; 4) create formats to assure all useful information is visible and accessible to other non-profit practitioners seeking to increase employment rates 5) assess the gaps in service and the specific barriers that are hindering participation among the groups listed above.

What is AmeriCorps*VISTA?
AmeriCorps*VISTA is the national service program designed to specifically fight poverty. Founded as Volunteers in Service to America in 1965 and incorporated into the AmeriCorps network of programs in 1993, VISTA has been on the front lines in the fight against poverty in America for more than 40 years. VISTA Members commit to serve full-time for a year at a community based organization or institution working to fight poverty. For more information about AmeriCorps VISTA, please visit www.americorps.gov.

AmeriCorps*VISTA Benefits
• Choice of $5,550 Segal AmeriCorps Education Award or a $1,500 End of Service Stipend
• Modest living allowance
• Health Care Benefits
• Child Care Assistance, if eligible
• Personal/Medical Leave
• Relocation allowance
• Life Insurance
• Liability Insurance
• Training
• Post-service federal employment incentives and opportunities

Position Qualifications
• Must be available to serve full-time for one year
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident of the U.S.
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience with community service and/or non-profit organizational work a plus
• Ability to research information and make strong recommendations for best effective practices
• Self-starter who can work independently and on a team
• Excellent attention to detail and follow-through skills
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and projects at the same time
• Ability to work with diverse groups of individuals and constituencies
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Computer proficiency with emphasis on MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and willingness to learn and use a variety of online tools, including Wikis, Facebook and other social media tools

HOW TO APPLY:
Before applying, please read additional information about serving as an AmeriCorps*VISTA member:

All applicants must submit an AmeriCorps*VISTA application, which includes an online form to be filled out by two references, on the national “My AmeriCorps” site. You can find our listing by visiting www.americorps.gov.
1. Under “Join AmeriCorps,” click on “Advanced Opportunity Search” A new page should open.
2. Use the Program Type dropdown menu to select “AmeriCorps VISTA.”
3. Use the State dropdown menu to select “New Jersey” and type “NJ Bonner VISTA Fellows” in the Program Name field.
4. The next window should list our available positions and allow you to apply now.

Expected Start Date: February 2012

If you are interested or have any questions, please feel free to contact Heather Camp or Kristi Cordier at 609-771-2108, or vista {at} bonner(.)org.

POSITION DESCRIPTION
The VISTA Leader will provide support to CASA of New Jersey in the following areas: 1. Recruiting, training, supporting, retaining VISTA members in this state-wide project. 2. Provide quality assurance support through member evaluations and monthly reports. 3. Contribute to project sustainability. 4. Other duties as assigned.
Primary Responsibilities
• Recruit and retain VISTA Members
• Organize and facilitate monthly Member meetings
• Assist with the development and delivery of On Site Orientation Training content
• Provide technical assistance and training to VISTA members statewide
• Represent CASA of New Jersey at various meetings, as required
• Provide leadership to the VISTA Members
• Collect, collate, and review monthly VISTA progress reports and quarterly Member evaluations
• Troubleshoot and help resolve issues / challenges faced by VISTA Members
• Provide technical assistance to VISTA Members
• Ensure smooth transitions between outgoing and incoming VISTA members and provide any day-to-day technical assistance during transition period
• Perform other duties as necessary

QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants MUST have completed one year of service with AmeriCorps VISTA to be eligible for this position. Applicants should have a strong commitment to community service and demonstrate leadership skills. This position begins mid-October.

MORE ABOUT AMERICORPS VISTA:
AmeriCorps VISTA is the national service program designed specifically to fight poverty. VISTA members commit to serve full-time for a year at a nonprofit organization or local government agency, working to fight illiteracy, improve health services, create businesses, strengthen community groups, and much more. With passion, commitment, and hard work, you’ll create or expand programs designed to bring individuals and communities out of poverty. By serving through VISTA, you’ll gain new skills, friends, and experiences—plus you’ll get the satisfaction that comes from helping others. During your service, you’ll also receive a modest living allowance, health care, and other benefits. And, upon completing your year of service, you can choose to receive either a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award or post-service stipend.

APPLY ONLINE AT: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=32132
Contact Melissa Wankmuller, melissa {at} casaofnj(.)org, 609-695-9400 with any questions.

Background:

The inability of constituents to gain access to services in their language often leads to a variety of problems that are costly, time-consuming, and sometimes dangerous for the well-being of clients and the organizations themselves. Approximately one in six residents in the District speak a language other than English at home – in 2000 the U.S. Census Bureau estimated the LEP/NEP population of the Greater Washington Metropolitan Area at close to half a million.

In 2004, the D.C. Language Access Coalition and its partners in the City Council and the Mayor’s Office succeeded in passing the D.C. Language Access Act, a law that recognizes the need for language access and requires government agencies and the organizations they fund to provide interpretation services, translate documents into the District’s predominant languages, and take other measures to improve the distribution of services to these populations.

In 2010 the Coalition brought on Sapna Pandya, now the Executive Director of the Coalition’s administering organization, Many Languages One Voice (MLOV). When MLOV was incorporated in 2010, it further expanded the Coalition’s capacity through the advocacy and organizing projects that give voice to community members and make progress to improve language access programs. The primary mission of Many Languages One Voice is to empower Limited English Proficient /Non English Proficient (LEP/NEP) individuals and communities to equitably access public benefits and services in the District of Columbia.

Job Responsibilities:

1. DC Language Access Coalition coordination (20% of time)
• Arrange monthly meetings between government agencies and Coalition (securing government agency participation, creating agenda, and following up with agencies and Coalition);
• Record/distribute minutes and all other pertinent information to Coalition;

2. MLOV Partnerships (20% of time)
• Assist Director in building strategic partnerships with organizations across the District by maintaining a calendar of events for these partners and serving as liaison between these partners and MLOV staff;
• Maintain calendar of events that will help with publicity, outreach, and communications;
• Attend conferences, events, press conferences, meetings to represent and share language access, MLOV, and Coalition work;
• Coordinate with program staff in recruiting volunteers for MLOV and placing qualified volunteers with MLOV programs;
• Maintain MLOV Resource & Referral guide;

3. Internal Communication (35% of time)
• Maintain communication with Coalition member organizations about upcoming events, meetings, policy priorities, programs through Coalition contact lists and LISTSERV;
• Communicate to program staff regarding outreach events and trainings;
• Coordinate with Director and Policy Intern on DC City Council calendar and communicate regarding the same to program staff;
• Receive office walk-ins, phone calls, email inquiries and make appropriate referrals;
• Research grant-making organizations and analyze them to identify likely funding opportunities for specific projects and programs;
• Coordinate grant-writing and reporting amongst staff to ensure deadlines are met; compile financial attachments by working with off-site accountant and fiscal agent;
• Organize and plan grassroots fundraising activities including the annual fundraiser;
• Provide fiscal, human resources, and administrative support such as collecting timesheets and updating documents on shared drive;

4. External Communication (25% of time)
• Create informative videos, visualizations, and flyers to educate the community,
recruit volunteers, and increase awareness of MLOV and language access issues in DC as needed;
• Write press releases for MLOV & Coalition events and projects to be disseminated to media;
• Design, write, and edit MLOV quarterly newsletter (online and paper formats);
• Maintain social media applications (Facebook, Twitter, etc.), Constant Contact, media lists;
• Oversee and facilitate the creation of a new website for MLOV and redesign of Coalition website;
• Maintain MLOV’s website to ensure the content is up-to-date and relevant
• Maintain database of funders and individual major donors and assist Director in maintaining regular communication with these funders.

Additional Responsibilities include providing administrative and programmatic support, attending off-site events, and performing other related duties as needed – occasional evening and weekend time commitments are required).

Desired outputs:
- Calendars:
o Partner organizations’ events for outreach
o DC City Council calendar
- Databases:
o Updated Coalition list
o MLOV volunteers
o Funders and individual donors
- Reference:
o Updates to Resource and Referral Guide
o Minutes of Coalition meetings
- Communications materials
o MLOV Newsletter
o MLOV and Coalition website
o MLOV social media accounts

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have prior work experience and/or have completed graduate or undergraduate studies from an accredited college/university in international studies, communications, public relations, nonprofit management, public affairs, language studies, or a related field.

• Possess strong interpersonal communication skills and be motivated, self-starter able to work independently and as a team player;
• Posses strong writing, organization, multi-tasking, and creative skills;
• Outgoing personality and comfortable with public speaking and interacting with diverse populations;
• Prior experience in organizational communications, membership services, and/or volunteer recruitment/management strategies;
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills including Word, Excel, Publisher, and Access required;
• Website design, development, and management skills (preferably in Drupal or other Content Management Systems, HTML, Java) are a plus;
• Graphic design and image editing skills are a plus (must have own image design and editing software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite CS4 including Illustrator and Photoshop, GIMP, Paint Shop Pro, or similar design products);
• Adaptable to changing environments and multiple deadlines;
• Experience living in non-English speaking communities and/or experience living in a community where candidate was non-proficient in dominant language;
• Bilingual preferred in languages such as Spanish, Chinese, French, Vietnamese, Korean and/or Amharic;
• Must demonstrate an understanding of and interest in immigrant issues and be culturally competent;
• Experience working in small, grassroots, community nonprofit organizations is a plus.

Benefits:

The AmeriCorps*VISTA Member will receive a modest living allowance while serving, health insurance, education award of $5,350 or $1,200 post-service stipend, relocation expenses, and travel reimbursement. MLOV will provide skills training, opportunities to build resume and work portfolio, great opportunities to network and build relationships with a variety of immigrant leaders in DC.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should email a cover letter, resume, writing sample, multimedia sample (video, graphic design, website, etc.) and 3 references to Sapna Pandya at sapna.pandya {at} dclanguageaccess(.)org. Qualified candidates will also be required to submit an online VISTA application at www.americorps.gov. Final acceptance of qualified candidates is pending successful completion of VISTA requirements and submission of required materials as per www.americorps.gov. Materials can also be mailed to 3166 Mt. Pleasant St. NW, Washington, DC 20010. Many Languages One Voice is an equal opportunity organization. For more information visit our current website at www.dclanguageaccess.org.

In 2004, the D.C. Language Access Coalition and its partners in the City Council and the Mayor’s Office succeeded in passing the D.C. Language Access Act, a law that recognizes the need for language access and requires government agencies and the organizations they fund to provide interpretation services, translate documents into the District’s predominant languages, and take other measures to improve the distribution of services to these populations.

One of the founding and most active members of the DC Language Access Coalition is the Asian Pacific American Legal Resource Center (APALRC). APALRC is the legal advocate for justice for the Asian American community of the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. Working in partnership with APA communities, the APALRC addresses the individual legal needs of low‐income and limited‐English proficient Asian Americans, advocates for broad‐based systemic change on legal and civil rights issues impacting Asian Americans, and empowers APA community members through organizing strategies. The APALRC works closely with the other members of the DC Language Access Coalition (DCLAC) to promote Language Access in the District of Columbia.

In 2010 the Coalition brought on Sapna Pandya, now the executive director of the Coalition’s administering organization, Many Languages One Voice. MLOV further expanded the Coalition’s capacity through the advocacy and organizing projects that give voice to community members and make progress to improve language access programs. The primary mission of Many Languages One Voice (MLOV) is to empower Limited English Proficient /Non English Proficient (LEP/NEP) individuals and communities to equitably access public benefits and services in the District of Columbia.

MLOV seeks the placement of one AmeriCorps*VISTA Member to serve as the Community Outreach Coordinator/Development Associate who will work under the supervision of the Executive Directors of MLOV and APALRC.

Job Responsibilities:
Outreach on behalf of MLOV (25% of time):
•Conduct outreach and build rapport with LEP/NEP leaders and community members while maintaining a log of activities and best practices for reaching out to these groups;
• Assist MLOV Communications and Partnerships VISTA in maintaining contact with Coalition member organizations;
• Contact Coalition member organizations to collaborate on events and see how MLOV can assist to build capacity, including, but not limited to, promoting their programs and events;
• Coordinate and conduct “Know Your Rights” trainings on Language Access;
• Maintain database and communication with staff about upcoming outreach events, such as “Know Your Rights” trainings;
• Support the completion of the MLOV/DCLAC Language Access Report by conducting surveys and interviews with LEP community members regarding their experiences with language barriers/access in the District;
•Conduct strategic outreach for the MLOV organizing programs (Health, Education, and the Nail Salon Project) in collaboration with program organizers to promote their events and work;
•Help organize and attend community events & outreach events in collaboration with MLOV staff;
• Maintain relationships with the Mayor’s Constituent Offices regarding opportunities for outreach at community events;
• Attend events and meetings to represent language access and MLOV program work.
Resource Development for APALRC (75% of time):
•Maintain foundation, corporation and individual donor files.
•Conduct preliminary research on prospective corporate foundation and individual donors.
•Maintain a tracking system to monitor grant proposals and report status including submissions, responses, renewals and reporting requirements.
•Coordinate productions and mailing of spring and year‐end appeal letters.
•Process donations and prepare acknowledgement letters and other correspondence.
•Maintain guest lists, gather and prepare registration materials and other duties as assigned for fund‐raising events.
•Prepare media materials for distribution. (i.e. copying, filing, mailing, e‐mailing)
•Assemble media and donor kits for events and meetings.
•Regularly update the organization’s website.
•Other duties as assigned by the Marketing and Donor Relations Coordinator and/or the Executive Director of APALRC.

Qualifications:
The successful candidate will have prior work experience and/or have completed graduate or undergraduate studies from an accredited college or university in Sociology, Anthropology, Modern Languages, Community Development, Non‐Profit Management, International Relations, Globalization, Pre‐Law, or another Social Sciences‐related field.
• Possess strong interpersonal communication skills and be motivated, self‐starter able to work independently and as a team player;
• Posses strong writing skills, organization, multi‐tasking skills, and creativity;
• Outgoing personality and comfortable with public speaking and interacting with diverse populations;
• Bilingual required in languages such as Spanish, Chinese, French, Vietnamese, Korean and/or Amharic;
• Must demonstrate an understanding of and interest in immigrant issues and be culturally competent;
• Adaptable to changing environments and multiple deadlines;
• Experience living in non‐English speaking communities or in communities where candidate was not proficient in the dominant language;
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint required;
• Experience working in small, grassroots, community nonprofit organizations is a plus.

Benefits:
The AmeriCorps*VISTA Member will receive a modest living allowance while serving, health insurance, education award of $5,350 or $1,200 post‐service stipend, relocation expenses, and travel reimbursement. MLOV will provide skills training, opportunities to build resume and work portfolio, great opportunities to network and build relationships with a variety of immigrant leaders in DC.

How to Apply:
Interested applicants should email a cover letter, resume, writing sample, multimedia sample (video, graphic design, website, etc.) and 3 references to Sapna Pandya at sapna.pandya {at} dclanguageaccess(.)org and Zenobia Lai at Zenobia.Lai {at} apalrc(.)org.

Qualified candidates will also be required to submit an online VISTA application at www.americorps.gov. Final acceptance of qualified candidates is pending successful completion of VISTA requirements and submission of required materials as per www.americorps.gov. Many Languages One Voice is an equal opportunity organization. For more information visit our current website at www.dclanguageaccess.org.

Binghamton University will host a VISTA for 2011-2012 who will develop and coordinate activities in support of veterans and military families in the local community. The VISTA will assist the Southern Tier Veterans Support Group (a group of community organizations that provide services to veterans and military families) to develop a support network for veterans to continue to identify and attempt to resolve their unmet needs. Through the support network, the needs will be continually assessed to determine how veterans and military families in the community can be better served and how to develop the necessary services. The VISTA will recruit and coordinate Binghamton University students to assist with providing services to veterans and military families in the community. The VISTA will have an office at the University and will receive a parking permit, travel funds, supervision and mentoring as well as the opportunity to attend professional development workshops offered by the institution. Vehicle and valid driver license required.  Proficiency in the use of technology – including typical office functions: email, Office Suite, etc.

To apply, please visit http://My.AmeriCorps.Gov. Click on the ‘Search Listings” link (below password box). Enter ‘Binghamton’ in the Program Name search box.

The Training Specialist is responsible for developing and coordinating training events and resources for the FL|CC College Access AmeriCorps Program.  This program will engage nearly 150 students at several Florida colleges and universities to become mentors for youth through partnerships with K-12 school districts and community agencies.  Duties will include:

• Research, plan and design program orientation and training materials, manuals and technical documentation in print and media format (videos, slide shows, webinars, etc)
• Coordinate and facilitate orientation and training events for participating colleges and universities across Florida
• Train Campus Coordinators to coordinate and facilitate orientation and trainings on-site
• Assess a site’s implementation and delivery of on-site trainings and make recommendations for improvement
• Develop and coordinate updates and content for program website
• Provide technical and programming assistance

To apply: go to  https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=41279.

Position details – https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=40285

AmeriCorps VISTAs who live in Fairfield County receive a monthly stipend of $1200+ (pretax), $300 more than the other CT VISTA! The CTCC VISTA Program will  have 5 other members working in the greater Bridgeport area and an additional 13 though out the state.

Pipeline Project AmeriCorps Member Service Description

Washington Campus Compact (WACC) is a statewide coalition of college and university presidents who have united to further the civic purposes of higher education by creating academic and co-curricular service opportunities for students to develop the skills and habits of citizenship; encouraging the engagement of faculty in community-based scholarship that addresses societal concerns; and fostering the development of collaborative partnerships among campuses, and with communities.

The WACC Retention Project is a college-based mentoring program that utilizes service-learning as a strategy to:
#1 Improve retention and academic advancement rates of middle school, high school and college students who are at risk of dropping out of school by providing them with a college student mentor and engaging them in service-learning activities;
#2 Improve retention and academic advancement of college students by engaging them in mentoring and other service-learning activities;
#3 Develop civic and work force skills of all students.

The University of Washington Pipeline Project provides educational and service opportunities for University of Washington undergraduate students through tutoring and mentoring in local and regional schools and community organizations. The Pipeline Project AmeriCorps Coordinator will work with Pipeline staff to recruit, train and support student tutors and assist in overall program development and implementation.

TITLE: Pipeline Project AmeriCorps Coordinator
HOURS OF SERVICE: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., M – F with some evening and weekend hours.

TERM OF SERVICE: August 1, 2011 – June 30, 2012

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Pipeline Project AmeriCorps Coordinator will work at the University of Washington in the Center for Experiential Learning. The primary function will be to assist in the implementation of a K-12 tutoring and mentoring service-learning program to address K-12 academic success issues and develop innovative strategies to increase volunteer participation rates. The Pipeline Project AmeriCorps Coordinator will receive training and participate in National Days of Service as a member of the statewide AmeriCorps Retention Project team.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND RELATED TASKS:
Specific duties include:
• Assist Pipeline staff in recruiting, training and supporting UW student volunteers to tutor in K-12 Seattle Public schools and community organizations.
• Identify and document K-12 tutoring opportunities with school and community organization partners via Pipeline’s online database management system.

• Lead weekly Tutor Orientations for new Pipeline tutors and provide ongoing guidance for Pipeline tutors.
• Design and lead a service-learning seminar for returning UW Pipeline tutors to foster critical reflection and encourage an extended tutoring commitment.
• Tutor in a target Pipeline school for 5 hours per week.
• Conduct site visits and phone calls with Pipeline school partners to discuss successes and challenges with Pipeline tutors.
• Assist in planning and serve as Team Leader for Alternative Spring Break project where UW students work in rural communities on a literacy arts project during spring break.
• Assist in some office administrative work including front desk staffing in the Center for Experiential Learning (2 hours/week).
• Assist with other Pipeline Project activities as they arise.
• Participate in other Retention Project AmeriCorps duties including, but not limited to, monthly cluster meetings, a civic engagement project, and regional AmeriCorps training opportunities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
-AA or BA/BS degree preferred
-Interest and ability to work well with K-12 students and college students of diverse backgrounds.
-Strong organization, problem-solving and written and oral communication skills.
-Basic office computer skills, including word processing. Experience with spreadsheets/databases and desktop publishing preferred.
-Program management (marketing, event planning, volunteer management) experience.
-Strong initiative; self starter. Ability to creatively problem solve.
-Curriculum and training development experience preferred.
-Enthusiasm, flexibility, self-direction.

BENEFITS:
• Living Stipend of $12,000 (distributed over 11 months)
• Loan Forbearance and Interest Accrual Reimbursement on qualifying loans
• Medical Insurance
• Education Award of $5,350 upon successful completion of the program
• Childcare assistance for qualifying members
• Excellent experience in the service-learning field

TO APPLY:
Interested parties should submit a professional resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three professional references as .doc or .pdf attachments to pipeline {at} uw(.)edu by 5PM (Pacific) on Friday, June 17, 2011.

For more information about the Pipeline Project and Washington State Campus Compact, visit:
http://exp.washington.edu/pipeline/ and http://www.wacampuscompact.org/

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206.543.6450/206.543.6452.
The University of Washington is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to building a culturally diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, persons with disabilities, Vietnam-era and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the US Immigration and Naturalization Service.

Available AmeriCorps*VISTA Positions are:
• Child Nutrition Coordinator | Improve access to and participation in nutrition programs for low-income children in Mercer County with NJ Anti-Hunger Coalition.
• Literacy Assistance Coordinator | Recruit, train, and coordinate student volunteers in existing community literacy programs with Rutgers University.
• Food Stamp Outreach Coordinator | Building a statewide network of partnerships to increase Food Stamp Enrollment Outreach.
• New Jersey Policy Options Network Coordinator | Mobilizing research on social issues in partnership with the Bonner Foundation.
• T.A.S.K Resource Development Coordinator | Establishing programs and relationships that will increase the placement of the T.A.S.K patrons in employment.
• PEI Kids – Development Associate | Increasing fiscal resources through the development of social media platforms to create and develop a job readiness program and employment opportunities for Juvenile Offenders.
• Rescue Mission – Recycling Resource Development Associate | Transform the salvage operation into a recycling program to generate revenue and employment opportunities for the Rescue Mission’s clients.
• Isles Inc. – Resource Development Associate | Increasing Isles donor base to generate work experience for clients.
• Workforce Development Intermediary Project Coordinator | Research & devise a sustainable network to share information about local employment trends, vocational trainings, and gaps in employment services for adults facing multiple barriers to employment in Trenton and Mercer County.
• Asset Based Community Development Coordinator | Take stock of regional resources such as products, associations, and groups to devise a buy local campaign to determine how they could be mobilized to create more employment opportunities for Trenton residents.
• Kingsbury “Let’s Get Healthy” Resident Program Development Co-Coordinators (2 positions available) | Develop a Resident Advisory Committee to better serve the interest of all the residents at the Kingsbury Twin Towers in Trenton, NJ while also fostering a more proactive and healthier living environment.
• Cities of Service (3 positions available) | Develop innovative volunteer strategies and service initiatives that target community needs in Trenton, NJ.

Founded in 2004, TCNJ’s Bonner Center for Civic and Community Engagement helps TCNJ maintain its mission to excellence in citizenship and to be a national exemplar in the education of those who seek to sustain and advance the communities in which they live. The Bonner Center for Civic and Community Engagement at The College of New Jersey is responsible for mobilizing faculty, students and staff to help sustain and advance the communities in which we live to find mission-consistent ways to improve the quality of life for all. It cultivates the common ground that exists between the educational mission of the College and the needs of non-profit organizations and neighborhoods. This is done by creating teaching and learning opportunities that simultaneously build the capacity of TCNJ students and these groups and communities. Students become more knowledgeable, skilled and civic minded—while community partners gain additional resources to effectuate positive change. Visit us at www.tcnj.edu/~bonner

The VISTA Leader at Maine Campus Compact will help to support an 8-member statewide VISTA team. Responsibilities include providing technical assistance and resources on a variety of topics, including college access, working in higher ed, and general VISTA information. The VISTA Leader will also create and manage electronic media, including a newsletter and Facebook page; communicate regularly with VISTAS to determine their progress and provide support as needed; facilitate VISTA reflection; develop and organize training events, team building activities, and regular communication, including site visits. In addition, the VISTA Leader will provide general support for Maine Campus Compact, including coordinating an annual awards program and facilitating opportunities for collaboration with other AmeriCorps and VISTA programs in Maine and New England.

The Team Leader works with VCC staff to provide resources and support for members, plan trainings and conferences, maintains strong communication and networks among the VCC A*VISTA members, and collaborates with other Northern New England Campus Compact VISTA leaders, and works with program development at the VCC office.

With up to 8 sites ranging from urban to rural, the Vermont Campus Compact AmeriCorps*VISTA program offers many exciting opportunities for persons wishing to take a leadership role in a progressive field.

The VISTA Leader is supported by Vermont Campus Compact staff, but works independently to manage the Vermont Campus Compact AmeriCorps*VISTA team.
The VISTA Leader will be responsible for:

” Planning and coordinating monthly VISTA trainings/meetings
” Working collaboratively with VCC program staff to make programmatic decisions
” Providing ongoing support for VISTAs through telephone calls, emails, and site visits
” Connecting VISTAs with appropriate resources related to service-learning, community service, poverty, public safety and other pertinent topics
” Communicating with VISTA programs in ME and NH to coordinate programs and fulfill grant requirements, such as grant reporting
” Leading teambuilding activities to facilitate the cohesion of our team
” Recruiting, interviewing, and coordinating placement of VISTA members

VISTA Leader candidates must have served for one year of National Service with AmeriCorps VISTA.
Vermont Campus Compact is a statewide consortium of 16 college and university presidents committed to creating a flourishing democracy. We work with members to strengthen communities and educate for informed and active citizenship. VCC presidents believe that through sustained and creative student, faculty and institutional engagement with communities, higher education can help prepare tomorrow’s civic and social leaders while strengthening communities and improving lives in Vermont and elsewhere.

Eight VISTA positions and one VISTA leader position are available at the following campuses/organizations: Castleton State College, Champlain College, Lyndon State College, Middlebury College, Norwich University, Southern Vermont College, Vermont Student Assistance Corporation and Vermont Campus Compact.

To apply for these positions, please visit: www.americorps.gov and select Vermont Campus Compact positions.

For additional information on the Vermont Campus Compact VISTA program and more specific instructions on how to apply, please visit: http://www.vtcampuscompact.org/Americorps/vistapositions.htm

For individual position descriptions, please visit: http://www.vtcampuscompact.org/Americorps/vista_positions.htm.

VISTA leader candidates may also contact :
Cheryl Whitney Lower
Interim Executive Director
Vermont Campus Compact
SMC-Box 289
One Winooski Park
Colchester, VT 05439
Tel: (802) 654-2092
Fax: (802) 654-2095
clower {at} smcvt(.)edu
www.vtcampuscompact.org

Our 2011-2012 VISTA program goals are focused on education; all VCC VISTA members will develop programming on campuses and in the community focused on improving college aspirations for K-12 students, with a particular focus area on individuals from low-income populations. The goal of these programs and activities is to increase the belief that college is an option and increase access to higher education. VISTA members will work to build capacity for campuses, schools and organizations so that programs and activities developed will be sustained after their service.

Eight VISTA positions and one VISTA leader position are available at the following campuses/organizations: Castleton State College, Champlain College, Lyndon State College, Middlebury College, Norwich University, Southern Vermont College, Vermont Student Assistance Corporation and Vermont Campus Compact.

To apply for these positions, please visit: www.americorps.gov and select Vermont Campus Compact positions.

For additional information on the Vermont Campus Compact VISTA program and more specific instructions on how to apply, please visit: http://www.vtcampuscompact.org/Americorps/vistapositions.htm

For individual position descriptions, please visit: http://www.vtcampuscompact.org/Americorps/vista_positions.htm.

Cheryl Whitney Lower
Interim Executive Director
Vermont Campus Compact
SMC-Box 289
One Winooski Park
Colchester, VT 05439
Tel: (802) 654-2092
Fax: (802) 654-2095
clower {at} smcvt(.)edu
www.vtcampuscompact.org