Public & School Partnership: AmeriCorps VISTA Program Director
Requisition ID: 2024-8092
# of Openings: 1
Location: US-UT-Logan
Category: Other
Position Type: Benefited Full-Time
Job Classification: Exempt
College: E Eccles Jones Coll of Ed & Hum Svs
Department: Inst for Disabil Res Policy & Pract
Advertised Salary: $64,000 plus excellent benefits package
Overview
The Public & School Partnership's AmeriCorps VISTA program is recruiting a new Program Director (Project Coordinator III) to oversee, plan, and coordinate all day-to-day fiscal, administrative, and operational activities of the program. We are based at the Institute for Disability Research, Policy & Practice at Utah State University in Cache County, Utah! The Project Director will oversee a team of 2-3 office staff (hourly, benefited, and AmeriCorps member), up to 15 AmeriCorps VISTA members, and at least 25 community, university, and school-based partnerships.
In addition to our AmeriCorps VISTA program, PSP will begin an additional AmeriCorps State-funded planning grant project on August 1, 2024, to expand a tutoring and mentoring program for refugee youth in the community. This project builds upon the work that Athletics United has done to create and deliver a refugee tutoring program over the past few years. The Program Director will work closely with the Executive Director of Athletics United, the Cache Refugee and Immigrant Connection, and local schools and school districts. It is anticipated that this planning grant project will be funded as an AmeriCorps State program in future years with 10-25 AmeriCorps State members who provide direct tutoring services to refugee youth.
Who we are looking for:
We seek a dedicated, organized professional who has experience working in a unique service-oriented setting that combines the best the university and local community have to offer. The Director will supervise the Project Coordinator, office staff, and VISTA Leader to ensure program, VISTA member, and service site success. Our ideal candidate has considerable experience hiring and supervising staff, managing multi-year grant-funded projects, and building partnerships with community organizations.
What you will gain as the Director of PSP's AmeriCorps VISTA program:
The Program Director qualifies for the outstanding benefits package provided by USU, including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance as well as retirement savings. PSP also encourages the pursuit of professional development opportunities and is often able to provide resources to attend conferences, workshops, and other activities that contribute to the success of the employee as it relates to the position. Additionally, you'll gain invaluable experience supporting and collaborating with university, school, and local nonprofit and business partners. Last but never least, working with PSP guarantees you'll work with a diverse, supportive, fun group of professionals!
Additional information:
This position is a full-time, benefited, salary-based position through Utah State University. Salary is grant-contingent and is therefore non-negotiable. Some monthly travel required - work-related mileage reimbursement provided. Exempt positions are eligible for excellent benefits including: 13 paid holidays, earn 22 days of paid vacation leave and 12 days of sick leave per year, 50% tuition reduction for employees and dependents, competitive health benefits packages and a generous contribution into your retirement. View more information here: Summary of Benefits 2023-2024.
Responsibilities
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Designs, manages and implements all aspects of the organization, including the organizations one-year AmeriCorps VISTA program and the Summer Associate program
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Serves as a principal liaison between organization and department staff, other departments, VISTA members, VISTA site partners, and other external partners; oversees and engages in the development of new placement and funding partnerships
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Facilitates and oversees training conferences, meetings, service projects, recognition events, and other events of the organization.
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Coordinates and oversees activities of staff, consultants, volunteers, and partners engaged in implementation and administration of program objectives.
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Prepares and submits AmeriCorps VISTA grant proposals and reports; oversees and adapts organizational purchases and revenues to current budget standing; prepares, submits, and documents invoices for payment
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Identifies and coordinates professional training for full-time and hourly staff members
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Assesses and communicates organization staff and VISTA member performance; oversees disciplinary action, as needed
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Oversees development of and serves as editor of promotional materials, educational materials, training materials, PSPs monthly newsletter, and/or brochures, etc.
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Collects and analyzes data; prepares and submits federal and department-requested data reports; prepares and publishes year-end report for stakeholders
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Oversees and/or carries out various clerical and administrative support tasks, including hiring, purchasing, and development and editing of organization handbook, reports, and other publications.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
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Six years of experience;
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Or a bachelor's degree in a related field plus two years of experience;
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Or a masters degree in a related field;
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Or an equivalent combination of education plus experience
Preferred Qualifications
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Highly organized, self-motivated, self-starter, punctual, responsive
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Highly professional verbal and written communication
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Proficient in Google Suite and Microsoft Office applications
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Experience managing data systems, aggregating data, presenting data appropriately
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Experience with federal grant writing and federal reporting systems, such as eGrants
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Experience working/managing a busy office environment, preferably in a full-time administrative role
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Experience managing/supervising a diverse team of individuals and ability to delegate tasks directly and in a timely manner
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Completed service or at least 2 years work experience with AmeriCorps VISTA program, other CNCS-funded program, or PeaceCorps
Fundamental Abilities
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Communicating: Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing.
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Problem solving: Analyzes information and evaluates results to select the best solution and solve problems.
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Monitoring: Measures performance of self; makes improvements and takes appropriate corrective action.
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Critical Thinking: Comes to well-reasoned conclusions, solutions, and approaches to problems.
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Team Building: Works to create a team-based environment. Consistently demonstrates cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and customers.
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Active Listening: Gives full attention when others are speaking; listens to understand, asks questions as appropriate, and does not interrupt.
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Service Orientation: Actively seeks opportunities to help others.
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Conflict Resolution: Acts professionally when encountering customers who, at times, may be frustrated.
Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:
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Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV".
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Cover Letter to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10".
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Names and contact information for at least three professional references to be provided at the beginning of your application in the candidate profile.
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
$64,000 plus excellent benefits package
ADA
Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.
University Highlights
The Institute for Disability Research, Policy & Practice (IDRPP) is Utahs federally designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD). The IDRPP opened its doors in 1972 and was the first UCEDD program in the U.S. to focus on the educational and social needs of children and adults with disabilities. Over the past 50 years the IDRPP has grown into one of the largest UCEDD programs in the nation and is recognized as a pioneer in research, training, technical assistance, and services for children and adults with disabilities, their families, and the professionals who serve them.
The IDRPP is committed to hiring people with disabilities, veterans, and diverse individuals from all communities and backgrounds. We value visible and invisible differences, and we recognize that diversity makes us stronger. We welcome applicants who bring something different and unique to our organization. We value creativity, loyalty, and hard work. We believe that we can change the world and make it a better, more inclusive place for everyone, and we want to hire people who also believe that they can make a difference.
Mission:
We are working together to create inclusive communities and improve the lives of children and adults with disabilities and their families through sustainable innovation, collaborative research, responsive service, and interdisciplinary training and education.
Values:
We Innovate: We lead by developing dynamic, sustainable, forward-thinking programs and services.
We Include: We demonstrate how to effectively work toward inclusive communities in our planning, programs, and services. We celebrate diversity in ability, race, ethnicity, culture, language, gender, sexual orientation, politics, and religion.
We Collaborate: We forge partnerships. Working together makes us more effective and responsive to the current needs of our clients and communities.
We Care: We do what we do because we care. We are making the world a better place for people with disabilities and their families.
Funding Statement
The Institute for Disability Research, Policy, & Practice is one of the largest research and outreach centers at USU, and we are largely funded through grants, contracts, and fee-for-service programs. All staff positions at the IDRPP are contingent upon funding, and all senior staff at the IDRPP with graduate degrees are responsible for helping to generate funding to support our operations and growth.
College Highlights
The Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services is home to eight departments and is committed to providing the best learning opportunities and educational research in the state of Utah. Our programs are strengthened by an on-campus elementary laboratory school and five stand-alone centers, including the Sorenson Legacy Foundation Center for Clinical Excellence. The college offers clinical services to the community across the human lifespan and provides students with real-world service and research opportunities.
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utahs premier land-grant, public service university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion, empowering people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. Utah State provides high-quality education to 27,500-plus students locations throughout the state, including at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utahs counties. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.
Utah State is committed to cultivating a community of inclusive excellence where all perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.
The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the universitys ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.
About the Region
U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USUs main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institutes 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation.
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