Program Specialist, Montana Campus Compact (MTCC)

The Program Specialist (Program Coordinator I) with Montana Campus Compact (MTCC) is responsible for new site development and member recruitment for MTCC’s AmeriCorps and VISTA programs. They will design and implement training curriculum and providing professional development for program participants. MTCC orients several classes of AmeriCorps and VISTA members each year, with over 100 (full-year, student and Summer Associate) members serving throughout Montana in the areas of K-12 success, postsecondary access, college completion and veterans and military family support initiatives.

This position is responsible for leading candidate recruitment processes for AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps VISTA programs; overseeing new applicant intake processes for AmeriCorps and VISTA programs; overseeing all AmeriCorps member time keeping systems, creating tools for participants, and monitoring compliance; working with funders for host site approval and service opportunity listings within Egrants system; managing all logistical needs for training and special programmatic events; collaborating with MTCC staff to coordinate statewide and regional training events; leading semi-annual Community Building Institute, including presenter recruitment, publicizing the event, registration, etc; and evaluating implementation and delivery of other Compact initiatives.

This position is also responsible for maintaining compliant criminal history checks for all national service participants and staff; identifying and seeking out new sources of revenue for MTCC’s programs; providing professional support for data collection, aggregation, publication, dissemination; contributing to the preparation and publication of MTCC’s Annual Report and other publications; contributing to the development and maintenance of MTCC’s website (mtcompact.org), blog and social media; and developing content related to training resources, member service reflections and partnership development for MTCC programs and coordinates publishing to the organization’s website.

Required Skills and Education

Professional experience in a nonprofit and/or higher education setting

Program and/or project leadership and management experience

Strong organizational skills

Knowledge and experience with staff or volunteer recruitment

Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, including excellent public speaking skills and the ability to effectively communicate with diverse populations and stakeholders

Strong computer skills, including proficiency with office hardware (computers, telephones, printers, scanners) and software, including the following Microsoft products: Word, Excel, Outlook, and Publisher

Knowledge about Montana culture and communities, including experience in the higher education and nonprofit sectors

Ability to travel throughout the state as needed

Ability to work independently and maintain consistent office hours, between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, throughout the calendar year (including summers)

Minimum Required Experience

Experience to perform at this level is typically acquired with a High School diploma and three (3) years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in related field

AmeriCorps, VISTA or Peace Corps service experience

Experience with Campus Compact

Experience with campus-community partnerships and civic engagement

Training experience

Grant writing experience

Demonstrated ability to work with diverse students and colleagues

About Montana Campus Compact (MTCC) and the University of Montana

The Montana Campus Compact is an eighteen campus higher education consortium, whose network office is hosted by the University of Montana. Campus Compact is a national organization with 1100 affiliates and the organization works to advance the public purposes of colleges and universities by deepening their ability to improve community life and educate students for civic and social responsibility

Campus Compact and its host, UM provide a culture that values hard work, intellectual curiosity, diversity, collegiality, innovative thinking and teamwork, making it a great place to grow and develop professionally. Located at the heart of western Montana’s stunning natural landscape, UM attracts first rate teachers, researchers, and students from around the world.

The Montana Campus Compact has six staff members and two full-time AmeriCorps and VISTA leaders, a twenty member advisory committee and board of 18 members. The network office works hard to deliver value to each of the affiliate members, providing grants, scholarships, training, tools and more to the campus network and its partner organizations, schools and government agencies.

The University of Montana is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity as a core value. We support equal access and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. This position is eligible for veterans’ and disabilities preference in accordance with Montana State Law.

Position Details

Position Title: Program Specialist (Program Coordinator I)

Position Number: 014140

Department: Montana Campus Compact

Closing Date: April 10, 2017

Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, 12 months/year

Salary: $13.083/hr – Current employee’s rate of pay for this position will be determined by the staff compensation plan, and may be different from the posted salary. For questions and details regarding the staff compensation plan, email the Compensation Department .

Union Affiliation: MPEA

Probationary Period: Six months minimum

Benefits Include: Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and professional development/wellness program.

How to Apply

Applicants are required to submit the following materials online via “New Resume/CV” button below. Step 5 “Attachments” in the online application process is where you may upload additional materials. Only five (5) attachments are allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.

Letter of Interest – please also address the stated required skills for the position

Detailed resume listing education and describing work experience

Names and contact information for three (3) professional references

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment

In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.

ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran’s Preference

Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request.

As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.

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