Job title: AmeriCorps Recruitment and Operations Manager
Company: College Possible
Job description: As one of the largest and most successful college access and success programs in the country, since 2000 College Possible has helped more than 80,000 students from under-represented communities get into and through college through an intensive curriculum of coaching and support. Its pioneering model matches students with a near-peer coach and an evidence-based curriculum designed to help students overcome the most common barriers to getting into college and completing their degree – all at no cost to students or their families. Nationwide, College Possible students are three times more likely to earn a bachelor’s degree within six years than their peers from similar backgrounds.
College Possible is a proud AmeriCorps program. AmeriCorps is a federal agency that brings people together to tackle the country’s most pressing challenges through national service. Our AmeriCorps members commit to a year of service as a College Possible coach in communities throughout the country. Many coaches represent the identities of the students they serve, and each brings a commitment to social justice and closing the college equity divide.
Our near-peer coaching model has earned national recognition: the inaugural Evergreen National Education Award recognized our leadership in increasing access to and success in college for students from low-income backgrounds. It also earns top-of-field results: a Harvard study found that the program more than doubles a student’s chance of enrolling in a four-year college, and our students are four times more likely to become college graduates than their low-income peers. College Possible has an annual operating budget of $33 million, more than 200 full-time employees and more than 300 AmeriCorps and VISTA service members. During the 2021-2022 school year, we reached an estimated 24,000 students nationwide. During the 2021-2022 school year, we reached an estimated 24,000 students nationwide.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
College Possible is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks to build a diverse workforce to create impact in partnership with the communities we serve. We welcome a diverse pool of qualified applicants. For each of its positions, College Possible is mindful about what best serves our students, and seeks to hire staff with relevant experience, skills and aptitude, and a commitment to the power of education. To learn more, read our .
Headquartered in Saint Paul, MN, College Possible operates: regional sites in Chicago, IL; Milwaukee, WI; Omaha, NE; Philadelphia, PA; Portland, OR; and Seattle, WA; College Forward in Austin, TX; and Catalyze partnerships in California, Iowa, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, and Tennessee. Learn more at .
Equal Opportunity Employer
College Possible is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals and conduct all possible activities in fully accessible settings.
Your Role as AmeriCorps Recruitment and Operations Manager
The AmeriCorps Recruitment and Operations Manager serves as the leader on AmeriCorps recruitment, hiring, training, management, and reporting. This position may directly supervise AmeriCorps members The AmeriCorps Manager is an extremely organized and deadline-driven leader who cares deeply about recruiting a cohort of talented volunteers to serve as AmeriCorps members (coaches) and ensuring compliance of our national service grant. This position requires the ability to carefully and strategically plan and meet AmeriCorps recruitment and compliance objectives in a timely manner, and the ability to closely monitor progress toward goals and take immediate remedial action when necessary. The AmeriCorps Manager will also play a key role in maintaining the relationship with our Federal AmeriCorps state service commission, Onestar, and will and assist with the Austin site operational and onboarding tasks as needed.
Lead AmeriCorps Recruitment and Management: Serve as the site lead for annual recruitment, selection, and hiring of AmeriCorps members and all processes from pre-enrollment through exiting members at the conclusion of their service. Manage local recruitment and interview opportunities through the College Forward AmeriCorps Selection Team (CFAST). Monitor member files, time sheets, and other management activities as appropriate to ensure AmeriCorps compliance. Support the site and national teams in collecting needed reporting data and preparing all required quarterly or annual reports.
Support and Train AmeriCorps Members: Serve as the site lead for program event and workshop planning, including logistics and problem-solving for AmeriCorps members. Create and implement an AmeriCorps training calendar; select the term dates and calculate member hours and time off each year Create a professional development strategic plan, prepare and evaluate trainings for AmeriCorps members and summarize all information for future reports, presentations, and updates for the Executive Director and all necessary stakeholders.
Evaluate, Track and Report on Progress: Attend Onestar quarterly trainings, and serve as summer audit lead, background check audit lead, desk-based audit lead, and site-based audit lead. Design and manage surveys and focus groups related to members term of service for creating reports, presentations and making improvements to our AmeriCorps program. Track and maintain member files and web reporting of member hours. Ensure documentation relating to AmeriCorps member performance.
AmeriCorps alum and Key Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain relationship with Austin site A*C alums; lead and coordinate Austin site A*C alum events, manage alum monthly newsletter & communication, coordinate Alum Spotlights. Maintain alum records and data for recruiting return coaches and coaches to join the Austin site as full-time staff. Help build and maintain relationships with partner high schools, colleges and serve on committees of community-based education focused organizations.
Event Project Manager: Responsible for the planning and execution of AmeriCorps service days, AmeriCorps appreciation events, annual welcome weeks planning, and events benefiting the Austin site students and team members. Assist in executing member and staff retreats, purchasing training material, member swag, member technology, HR recognition gifts, and manage shipments and inventory.
Project Management: Serve as the Secondary Program Contact (unless otherwise assigned by the Executive Director for the AmeriCorps*State grant including applicable grant management and compliance. Develop, implement, and complete projects as assigned by site team and leadership.
Annual Budget Development & Tracking: Assist with the development of annual budget, and expense management.
Other duties: Assist with other Austin site AmeriCorps and site operations as needed, including program support, reporting, and administrative tasks as assigned.
What You Bring
Education/Certifications/Licenses:
? Bachelor’s degree required.
Related Work Experience:
A minimum of 2 years related work experience required, recruitment experience and college
recruitment experience strongly preferred.
Demonstrated success in recruiting diverse applicant pools highly desired.
Human Resources experience, accounting and/or development is a plus.
Computer/Software Skills:
Strong computer skills, including demonstrated proficiency in: Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to troubleshoot minor technology issues and serve as liaison between site and tech
support company.
Familiarity with Handshake a plus
Other Skills, Abilities and Requirements:
Excellent organization skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and meet
deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Exceptional visual, verbal, and written communication skills.
Openly communicates necessary information with accuracy in a timely manner.
Project Management skills.
Passion for mission and the transformative power of education and opportunity.
Actively contributing to the organization’s culture.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
Attention to detail, including proofreading, and project follow-up and follow-through.
Demonstrate respect, honesty, integrity, and fairness to all.
Must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends occasionally.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds when needed.
Office environment with limited travel.
Ability to stand and/or sit for a minimum of 7 hours a day.
Valid driver’s license and insured vehicle required.
What We Offer
In addition to joining a committed, diverse, values-based organization, we offer:
An opportunity for you to have a tremendous impact both internally and in the broader country.
A competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Excellent benefits including complete health, dental, life, short-term and long-term insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Encouraged sustainability through a generous paid time off program.
Personalized professional development and growth opportunities.
To Join Our Growing College Possible Team
Please apply at: www.CollegePossible.org/careers Include a resume and cover letter.
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Location: Chicago, IL
Job date: Wed, 19 Oct 2022 05:11:44 GMT
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