Title: Training Specialist - Part-time (approx. 25 hours/week)
Key Responsibilities:
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.