Montana Campus Compact (MTCC), a non-profit organization committed to renewing the public purposes of higher education through community service, service-learning, volunteerism and civic engagement available to students, faculty and staff. MTCC currently comprises 19 of Montana’s colleges and universities, as well as a state network office located on the University of Montana Campus.
This position is responsible for managing, training and supporting partnering campuses and AmeriCorps members. Position works closely with Operations Manager to provide direct oversight and program compliance as it relates to funder guidelines. The program specialist provides administrative oversight to campuses and is part of the management team that ensures participants are effective and successful in their service across Montana and that AmeriCorps funding continues to be available to Montana’s higher education institutions. The position requires a high degree of initiative and independence.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong attention to detail and well-organized
- Ability to multi-task and manage large amount of data
- Ability to maintain accurate records and files
- Ability to communicate complex information to diverse groups
- Ability to develop and present to both small and large grounds
- Ability to plan and schedule events
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite including PowerPoint and Excel
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Strong customer-service skills
- Strong time-management skills
Requirements:
Undergraduate degree in business, communication or related field or at least 3 years equivalent working experience required. Must be able to type at least 50 wpm. 10%-15% travel is required. Must be able to be a team player and able to manage multiple deadlines. Working knowledge and experience with higher education, AmeriCorps and Campus Compact movements preferred.
HOW TO APPLY
Screening begins on Thursday, June 30, 2011. Applications received after 6/29 may be considered.
Upload the following materials: *Please note: only five (5) attachments are allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.
- Letter of interest addressing the above-described knowledge, skills, abilities, and job qualifications
- Detailed resume listing education and describing work experience
- Contact information for three professional references*
Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment
In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.
ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran’s Preference
Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.
References
*References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant.
Testing
Individual hiring departments at UM-M may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions
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