AmeriCorps Seniors Coordinator

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AmeriCorps Seniors Coordinator

Salary

$50,252.80 - $76,336.00 Annually

Location

State of Iowa - See Job Description, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

24-03642

Agency

402 Health & Human Services - Community Services Area

Opening Date

05/01/2024

Closing Date

5/21/2024 11:59 PM Central

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Point of Contact

adam.lounsbury@volunteeriowa.org

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Job Description

Volunteer Iowa, part of Iowa Health and Human Services, Community Access Division, is searching for an outstanding, motivated professional to join its team as an AmeriCorps Seniors Coordinator (Program Planner 2).

Location: Western Iowa. Candidates able to base out of Sioux City area would be preferred but not required.

The AmeriCorps Seniors Coordinator will assist program coordinators in western Iowa AmeriCorps Seniors activities including the identification and support of stations and sites, recruitment and support of AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers, and meeting compliance and reporting requirements of the AmeriCorps Seniors grant in assigned counties. The position will also provide leadership and promotion of volunteerism in the assigned counties, connecting community members with opportunities to serve and promoting volunteering as a potential solution to local needs, creating a local culture of volunteering and service.

General Duties:

• Recruits, screens, enrolls, and trains volunteers in alignment with AmeriCorps Seniors eligibility requirements and ensure appropriate placements; ensures all proper documentation is obtained; conducts regular volunteer recruitment and outreach events; and recruits, trains, and directs activities of local Advisory Council members with assistance from other staff as assigned.

• Examines data to interpret current trends in volunteerism to develop volunteer engagement strategies to effectively recruit and retain volunteers.

• Provides appropriate volunteer recognition throughout the year (i.e. birthdays, important life events) and co-manages the planning and implementation of annual AmeriCorps Seniors recognition activities.

• Recruits and establishes volunteer stations and ensures stations comply with grant performance measurements as needed; ensures stations submit reports when scheduled; addresses any concerns expressed by the station relative to the AmeriCorps Seniors program. Provides training to stations and potential stations on AmeriCorps Seniors requirements and volunteer engagement best practices.

• Maintains local volunteer, station, and program files in compliance with federal regulations and provides central office with required paperwork and reports on time.

• Monitors social and environmental factors affecting the service area and uses that information to create meaningful volunteer service activities that meet community needs. Assists with AmeriCorps Seniors Program activities and coordinates with activities conducted by other government and nonprofit organizations in the assigned counties.

• Provides leadership and promotion of volunteerism in the service area, connecting community members with opportunities to serve and promoting volunteering as a potential solution to local needs, creating a local culture of volunteering and service.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Knowledge of effective volunteer engagement practices including program design, recruitment, screening, placement, training, supervision and evaluation. Ability to facilitate trainings and professional development opportunities for adult learners

• Ability to translate departmental strategies into relevant services and programs.

• Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.

• Ability to manage multiple programs, projects, events, people, timelines, and tasks simultaneously with independence and autonomy in decision making.

• Strong communication and presentation skills – written and verbal.

• Strong analytical, leadership and planning skills

• Strong computer skills and proficiency in word processing, database management, and spreadsheet applications

• Ability to provide project management utilizing skills to plan, coordinate, schedule, delegate, problem solve, and assess.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and also take initiatives when the need arises.

• Resides or able to work in SW Iowa or Sioux City area.

Service in AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, Military or Iowa National Service Corps will receive additional weight when considering applications.

We have a great total compensation package, including:

• Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS) (Employee contributes 6.29%/State of Iowa contributes 9.44%)

• Retirement Investors Club (RIC) (Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan) (State of Iowa matches up to $75/month)

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (See below for more details)

• Vacation Leave (96 hours/year to begin, and increases with years of service)

• Sick Leave (144 hours/year)

• Paid Holidays (9 days/year)

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Life Insurance ($20,000 paid for by the State of Iowa)

• Long-Term Disability Insurance

OurBenefits at a Glance (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/benefits/documents/Benefits_at_a_Glance.pdf) outlines the great benefits for this position.

Minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and those with the ability to speak, read, and/or write additional languages (include in your application or resume) is encouraged to apply.

(Hearing and Speech Impaired – Relay Iowa 1-800-735-2942 TDD). DHS values those with “lived experience” and encourages foster youth, foster parents, and/or parents who were in the DHS system to apply.

Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visitwww.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

1) Six years of full-time work experience in the administration or operation/execution (i.e., providing consultation and/or technical assistance to stakeholders, research and analysis, or enforcement of program guidelines/policies/procedures) of a program (i.e., the provision of a service or an administrative oversight/enforcement responsibility).

2) All of the following (a and b):

a. A total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in number one), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience; and

b. A total of two years of graduate-level education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience.

3) Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes eighteen months of full-time work as a Program Planner 1.

For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClassDescriptions/ProgramPlanner2-04022.pdf) .

Additional Qualification Requirements

Candidate is subject to a three-part criminal history check which will include a statewide criminal history repository check and a National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW) check.

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Health and Wellness:

Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.

Retirement Planning:

We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) .

Paid Time Off:

Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.

Professional Development:

Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.

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