MICHIGAN NONPROFIT ASSOCIATION
MICHIGAN CAMPUS COMPACT
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Title: MCC AmeriCorps*VISTA Leader
Supervisor: MCC AmeriCorps*VISTA Program Manager
Purpose:
Michigan Campus Compact AmeriCorps*VISTA members act as transformative agents between higher education institutions and their surrounding communities. AmeriCorps*VISTA members create service opportunities and engage students in the community, in order to gain a richer and more valuable experience outside the classroom.
Position Responsibilities:
• Work with host sites and program manager to recruit, screen, select and place VISTA candidates at up to 22 other MCC AmeriCorps*VISTA host sites.
• Plan and implement MCC*VISTA member trainings (3) and member recognition opportunities
• Promote communication, networking, information sharing and resource building
• Evaluate and promote member performance and the overall VISTA program
• Connect with Campus Compact *VISTA programs nation-wide
• Be a support for the other MCC AmeriCorps*VISTA members
• Play an active role on the MCC staff team
Requirements:
• College Degree
• Completed one year of an AmeriCorps* VISTA position
• Strong interest /experience in college service programs
• Proven leadership ability, public speaking and event planning
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Benefits:
• Annual living allowance of $12,768
• Education Award of $5,350 or End-of-Service Award of $1,500 upon completion of full term of service
• Up to $300/month housing allowance
• Student Loan forbearance (if eligible)
• Health benefit
• Childcare assistance subsidies (if eligible)
• Training/Professional Development:
o Project Management experience
o Grant Experience (writing and reviewing)
o Nonprofit Experience
o Networking Opportunities
Position Duration: July 2011-July 2012
Contact:
Rachel Klegon
MCC*VISTA Program Manager
rklegon {at} micampuscompact(.)org
Melissa Strapec
MCC*VISTA Leader
mccvista {at} micampuscompact(.)org
Cover letters and resume can be submitted electronically to Rachel and Melissa by Friday, April 1st at 5PM. Interviews will take place at our Lansing office within the following two weeks, with the position being filled by the end of April.
