What are the responsibilities and job description for the AmeriCorps Seniors Program Coordinator - Carbon and Emery position at State of Utah?
This is a continuous job posting and the recruitment may close without notice once the position has been filled.
Title: AmeriCorps Seniors Program Coordinator Status: Part-time, 20 hours per week, no benefits
Pay Rate: $21-$23/hour, depending upon experience
Location: Carbon and Emery Counties
Position Summary
UServeUtah is seeking an AmeriCorps Seniors Program Coordinator who will be responsible for overseeing the Foster Grandparent and Senior Companion programs in Carbon and Emery counties. The selected individual will be responsible for the daily management of these programs including recruitment, training and volunteer placement. The coordinator will be actively involved with volunteers, volunteer locations and community organizations and will communicate and coordinate with the Program Manager and other Program Coordinators in different parts of the state. This is a federally funded grant position. This position may be filled at any of the advertised levels listed below.
Essential Duties- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the AmeriCorps Seniors programs in Carbon and Emery counties.
- Understand program policies and AmeriCorps Seniors administrative requirements to ensure compliance.
- Coordinate recruiting, selecting, enrolling, orienting, training, recognizing and placing volunteers with community partners.
- Supervise all volunteers to efficiently develop and carry out activities of the program.
- Provide ongoing training and support to volunteers.
- Oversee development, training and coordination of partnerships and program activities with local community partners.
- Develop and maintain close coordinated relationships with volunteer stations, including development of volunteer assignment plans.
- Assess appropriateness and performance of volunteer stations.
- Maintain appropriate program and volunteer records and reports in accordance with federal guidelines.
- Track agreed upon performance measures and coordinate reporting of statistics and outcomes for the program.
- Market and communicate the AmeriCorps Seniors Program and services to the public.
- Participate as a volunteer for organizations and programs with senior populations.
- Perform other work duties and responsibilities as required.
- Preferred 2-3 years work experience in public administration, education, community/regional planning, human services or social/behavioral science or undergraduate degree in a related field. Previous experience working with those over 55 years of age and volunteers a plus.
- Interest in and energy for volunteerism and community building.
- Solid organizational skills with attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through in an independent, responsible manner.
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, and computer skills.
- Preference may be given to those with experience working with AmeriCorps or AmeriCorps Seniors programs.
Preference may be given to those with experience working with AmeriCorps or AmeriCorps Seniors programs.
Job Series
This position may be filled at any of the advertised levels listed. Program Specialist I with a salary range of $19.86 - $34.13 or Program Specialist II with a salary range of $24.00 - $36.04. It is anticipated that this position will be hired as a Program Specialist I, but with the opportunity to move to a Program Specialist II.
- Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
- Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
Salary : $20 - $23
