Training Specialist

AmeriCorps Recruitment Strategy Developer

Recruitment Strategy Development: Develop and implement a comprehensive recruitment strategy to attract diverse, mission-driven individuals to join our AmeriCorps program.

Recruitment Needs Assessment: Conduct a recruitment needs assessment of our current AmeriCorps programs, including a general survey and in-depth discussions with selected programs or focus groups.

Identify Successful Strategies: Identify successful recruitment strategies based on best practices from other AmeriCorps state programs, state commissions, and industry standards for Recruitment and Retention.

Tools and Resources: Identify potential tools, resources, and technology systems (e.g., Handshake, recruitment platforms) to enhance AmeriCorps program recruitment efforts.

Training and Technical Assistance: Provide training and technical assistance to AmeriCorps programs, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to implement successful recruitment strategies effectively.

Outreach and Engagement: Conduct outreach to colleges, universities, community organizations, and online platforms to promote AmeriCorps opportunities and engage potential candidates.

Marketing and Promotion: Develop and distribute marketing materials, including brochures, social media posts, and website content, to raise awareness of our AmeriCorps program.

General Skills:

• Communication
• Networking
• Strategic thinker
• Tech savvy
• Problem Solver/Critical Thinker
• Time management
• Adaptability
• Analytical
• Attention to detail
• Ethical

Additional Information:

This position is contracted for a year.

Contractor is expected to be at all staff and commission meetings (in-person).

Contractor will receive state computer/email.

College degree preferred.

Familiar with AmeriCorps is a plus.

Please note that this is a part-time position with the expectation being a work week of approximately 25 hours.