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Iowa Department of Administrative Services AmeriCorps Seniors Program Specialist in Sioux City, Iowa
AmeriCorps Seniors Program Specialist
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AmeriCorps Seniors Program Specialist
Salary
$30.00 Hourly
Location
Sioux City - 51101 - Woodbury County, IA
Job Type
Temporary
Remote Employment
Remote Only
Job Number
25-01843
Agency
400 Health and Human Services - Community Access Eligibility
Division
Health and Human Services - Community Access Eligibility
Opening Date
01/07/2025
Closing Date
2/6/2025 11:59 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag
#LI-DNP
Point of Contact
Michelle Raymer: michelle.raymer@volunteeriowa.org
Job Description
Remote temporary/part-time position located in Woodbury County, preferably Sioux City. Hours will be approximately 15 per week for a year with occasional weekend and evening hours. Regular travel around Woodbury County required, with occasional travel to Monona County and Des Moines.
Summary
Join Volunteer Iowa as an AmeriCorps Seniors Program Specialist to promote volunteerism, engage volunteers, and support nonprofits. Based in Woodbury County, you'll help nonprofits recruit and recognize volunteers, and help individuals find opportunities to volunteer their time. Please upload a current resume and cover letter to your online application.
Responsibilities
Contact nonprofit partners (stations) to confirm current volunteer opportunities and collect volunteer timesheets
Contact unassigned and potential volunteers regarding volunteer opportunities available
Assist in entering volunteer hours into database
Attend volunteer recruitment events as needed
Attend volunteer recognition events as needed
Assist in contacting references for potential Pen Pal volunteers
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Experience working in databases and basic knowledge in Excel and Outlook.
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Two or more years of experience working in nonprofits, with volunteers, and/or a population of 55 plus.
Experience recruiting and supervising volunteers or employees preferred.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Travel is required.
Background Checks
Applicants will be required to complete a background check to be considered for this position.
This is a non-merit position. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.
Agency
State of Iowa
Website
hhs.iowa.gov
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