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Coordinator, Achievement Connections AmeriCorps Program
$66k-85k (estimate)
Full Time | Social & Legal Services
2 Weeks Ago
United Way of Dane County Inc is Hiring a Coordinator, Achievement Connections AmeriCorps Program Near Madison, WI
DescriptionUnited Way of Dane County has been tackling Dane County’s toughest challenges for 100 years. With a mission to unite the community to achieve measurable results that change lives, we are committed to building a Dane County where everyone can succeed in school, work, and life. Through strategic partnerships and collaborative work, United Way brings the many voices of Dane County together to find common ground and develop a strategic architecture for change, while engaging businesses and individuals to give, advocate and volunteer in Dane County. Together, we are The Power of Many. Working for All.
United Way of Dane County fights for the education, financial stability and health of everyone in Dane County. We are committed to the vision of a Dane County where everyone can succeed in school, work, and life. To facilitate this, we follow our Plan for Community Well-Being, which outlines six community goals focused on priority areas of Early Childhood, Education, Income that supports Housing, and Health – the building blocks of a stable life. Each of these goals is achieved through collective impact, the implementation of United Way initiatives and community-based programs operated by our agency partners.
Achieving our mission means being an equity leader and striving for outcomes that reflect a more inclusive community. United Way of Dane County recognizes racism as a public health crisis, understands it is the root cause of inequity in our society and stands in total opposition to all acts of racism and discrimination. Our IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access) Statement reflects our commitment to support transformative social change and to address structural inequities and oppression.
Purpose of Position The Achievement Connections AmeriCorps Program (AC) is a dynamic community partnership which has developed an evidence-based model of tutoring intervention fueled by impassioned AmeriCorps members and committed community volunteers. Its mission is to work with school staff to provide algebra and geometry tutoring support aimed at improving the academic achievement of low-performing high school students from a range of racial, ethnic, and linguistic backgrounds and low-income families. The program serves high school students in Madison and Middleton, Wisconsin.
The Coordinator, Achievement Connections will help advance the United Way of Dane County’s Achievement Connections AmeriCorps program by supporting AmeriCorps volunteers, members, and the overall project.
This is a 1-year grant funded position with an end date of August 14, 2025, with potential for extension depending on grant funding continuation.40 % AmeriCorps Volunteer Development and Coordination
DEADLINE TO APPLY: June 24th, 2024, by 4:00pm CSTPlease submit a resume and cover letter with your application. The submitted cover letter should be no more than 2 pages, specifically outlining your skills and duties that make you qualified for this position.
ValuesUnited Way’s values serve as the foundation for the United Way network-wide talent management strategy and inform the essential abilities (skills, knowledge, behaviors) that United Way professionals must have to perform their jobs successfully.
Diversity, Equity & InclusionWe provide opportunities for all people while working to change systemic and personal biases for equitable outcomes.
ExcellenceWe operate at the highest standards to achieve our mission and exceed community expectations.
InnovationWe create and catalyze unique approaches to address the community’s most pressing needs.
TeamworkWe work in collaboration and cooperation towards a shared vision of community well-being.
WellnessWe respect and support one another, encouraging each other to create space for self-care and to lead balanced lives.
EEO/AAP Policy StatementAt United Way of Dane County, we not only accept difference — we celebrate, support and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and community. United Way of Dane County is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We center community in what we do and strongly encourage ALL people to apply to join us in our work at United Way of Dane County—regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, justice involvement, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
United Way of Dane County fights for the education, financial stability and health of everyone in Dane County. We are committed to the vision of a Dane County where everyone can succeed in school, work, and life. To facilitate this, we follow our Plan for Community Well-Being, which outlines six community goals focused on priority areas of Early Childhood, Education, Income that supports Housing, and Health – the building blocks of a stable life. Each of these goals is achieved through collective impact, the implementation of United Way initiatives and community-based programs operated by our agency partners.
Achieving our mission means being an equity leader and striving for outcomes that reflect a more inclusive community. United Way of Dane County recognizes racism as a public health crisis, understands it is the root cause of inequity in our society and stands in total opposition to all acts of racism and discrimination. Our IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access) Statement reflects our commitment to support transformative social change and to address structural inequities and oppression.
Purpose of Position The Achievement Connections AmeriCorps Program (AC) is a dynamic community partnership which has developed an evidence-based model of tutoring intervention fueled by impassioned AmeriCorps members and committed community volunteers. Its mission is to work with school staff to provide algebra and geometry tutoring support aimed at improving the academic achievement of low-performing high school students from a range of racial, ethnic, and linguistic backgrounds and low-income families. The program serves high school students in Madison and Middleton, Wisconsin.
The Coordinator, Achievement Connections will help advance the United Way of Dane County’s Achievement Connections AmeriCorps program by supporting AmeriCorps volunteers, members, and the overall project.
This is a 1-year grant funded position with an end date of August 14, 2025, with potential for extension depending on grant funding continuation.40 % AmeriCorps Volunteer Development and Coordination
- Support and coordinate the development and implementation of volunteer recruitment and training systems.
- Support and coordinate the training and coaching of AmeriCorps members in volunteer management best practices.
- Provide volunteer management training and assist AmeriCorps members with the onboarding, record keeping, support and exit of volunteers.
- Provide volunteer activities to improve volunteer retention, including National Volunteer Week Programming.
- Develop and maintain volunteer reporting systems.
- Assist with planning and implementation of AmeriCorps members orientation and training, including weekly team meetings.
- Provide coaching and technical support to AmeriCorps members.
- Plan and coordinate group volunteer opportunities for AmeriCorps members.
- Support community volunteer tutor coordination and recognition.
- Coordinate member reflections and oversee content creation for social media, website, etc. in collaboration with UWDC Digital Media Program Manager.
- Assist in handling general inquiries and request for information.
- Assist the Director, Achievement Connections with recruiting and marketing efforts for the program.
- Respond to recruitment inquiries from prospective members.
- Assist the Director, Achievement Connections with online recruiting and outreach efforts for AmeriCorps members.
- Collect testimonials and take pictures to record AmeriCorps service in action and enable ongoing recruitment efforts.
- Assist with program progress and end-of-year reports as required by program partners.
- Participate in organizational planning, strategy and program development, and activities of the organization as appropriate or determined. Activities including staff meetings, departmental meetings, cabinet meetings, and other staff/volunteer events.
- Collaborate with colleagues to continue to learn and innovate as an organization and team.
- Other duties as assigned.
- High School graduate or equivalency required.
- Associate degree or equivalent experience in customer, human service or education field preferred.
- Effective written and oral communications skills
- Demonstrated ability to motivate others.
- Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.
- Communicate in a non-judgmental manner with people of diverse backgrounds and situations.
- Strong time management skills and the ability to balance multiple tasks.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Detail oriented.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Two years of experience in human services, customer service help lines, phone and assistance, or related field preferred.
- Experience with AmeriCorps preferred.
- Volunteer management experience.
- Utilization of databases and familiarity with data entry principles.
- Ability to build and manage productive relationships through an open, friendly and inclusive environment.
- Must be able to meet deadlines and be flexible.
- Effective time management skills and abilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with social media and Microsoft Office computer systems, including Microsoft 365, word processing, Internet navigation proficiency and Teams.
- Ability to travel to schools in Dane County
- Must successfully pass the criminal history background check(s) required by AmeriCorps and school districts.
- Core hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Hours may vary based on activities and may require early morning, late evenings and in some cases, weekend hours.
- Possibility for limited hybrid work. Three days in office requirement; Times in office may vary beyond three days, based on projects, initiatives, collaborations, and responsibilities.
- Full-time salaried position. FLSA Exempt.
- Driving and travel within Dane County to support meetings, events and engagements required.
- Some evening and weekend hours may be required to staff and outreach events.
- This is a 1-year grant funded position with an end date of August 14, 2025, with potential for extension depending on grant funding continuation.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: June 24th, 2024, by 4:00pm CSTPlease submit a resume and cover letter with your application. The submitted cover letter should be no more than 2 pages, specifically outlining your skills and duties that make you qualified for this position.
ValuesUnited Way’s values serve as the foundation for the United Way network-wide talent management strategy and inform the essential abilities (skills, knowledge, behaviors) that United Way professionals must have to perform their jobs successfully.
Diversity, Equity & InclusionWe provide opportunities for all people while working to change systemic and personal biases for equitable outcomes.
ExcellenceWe operate at the highest standards to achieve our mission and exceed community expectations.
InnovationWe create and catalyze unique approaches to address the community’s most pressing needs.
TeamworkWe work in collaboration and cooperation towards a shared vision of community well-being.
WellnessWe respect and support one another, encouraging each other to create space for self-care and to lead balanced lives.
EEO/AAP Policy StatementAt United Way of Dane County, we not only accept difference — we celebrate, support and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and community. United Way of Dane County is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We center community in what we do and strongly encourage ALL people to apply to join us in our work at United Way of Dane County—regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, justice involvement, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Social & Legal Services
SALARY
$66k-85k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/09/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/07/2024
WEBSITE
unitedwaydanecounty.org
HEADQUARTERS
MADISON, WI
SIZE
25 - 50
FOUNDED
1922
CEO
RENEE MOE
REVENUE
$10M - $50M
INDUSTRY
Social & Legal Services
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About United Way of Dane County Inc
United Way of Dane County has been tackling Dane Countys toughest challenges for 99 years. With a mission to unite the community to achieve measurable results and change lives, we are committed to build a Dane County where everyone can succeed in school, work and life. Through strategic partnerships and collaborative work, United Way brings the many voices of Dane County together to find common ground and develop a strategic architecture for change, while engaging businesses and individuals to give, advocate and volunteer in Dane County.
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