AmeriCorps*VISTA, Bryn Mawr College

Posted by on May 7, 2007

Bryn Mawr College AmeriCorps*PACC-VISTA

Looking for a transition year of public service? Bryn Mawr College seeks an AmeriCorps VISTA member to coordinate and build sustainability of Community Partnership in Action, a campus-community partnership with Norristown, PA. Includes monthly allowance, housing, $3,000 meal stipend, as well as $4,725 educational award or an end-of-service stipend of $1,000.

Position Title:
Program Coordinator for CPIA (Bryn Mawr-Norristown Community Partnership in Action)

Job Description:
The AmeriCorps*PACC-VISTA will work with the staff of the Civic Engagement Office to:
? Implement a model for student coordination of CPIA activities which specifically addresses management of transition and secession, procedures for project management, and ongoing training/supervision.
1. Research best practices and models in student coordinator training and leadership development
2. Supervise and train CPIA student coordinators.
3. Develop policies and procedures manual with student coordinators.

? Identify a core set of reproducible CPIA student involvement activities and provide documentation of their history, past results, and recommendations for future replication.
1. Consult with community partners and 2006-07 CPIA Student Coordinators to for input into the selection of events and volunteer projects and service-learning events which will be carried out each year.
2. Create project management guides for each event/project.

? Provide clear procedures and tools for Norristown community-based organizations to communicate with the College regarding needs and to access resources.
1. Enhance ease of use of current website and develop system for regular maintenance by student coordinators.
2. Organize a presentation to the community about ?How to Access College Resources and Student Volunteers? at an Interagency Council of Norristown (ICN) monthly meeting and make arrangements with the ICN Coordinator to include this type of presentation on their monthly meeting calendar once a year.

This position is a 12 month commitment. The AmeriCorps*VISTA will begin the term of service in August 2007 and finish in August 2008. To learn more about AmeriCorps benefits visit <a href="http://www.americorps.gov">http://www.americorps.gov</a>

Qualifications
? Bachelor?s Degree and strong background in community service is required.
? Investment in the issues of community development and campus community partnerships, demonstrated leadership skills, and a willingness to work as part of a team are essential.
? Applicants must be able to demonstrate a high level of initiative, strong speaking and writing skills and a commitment to diversity.
? Group facilitation skills, supervisory and training experience preferred.
? A valid drivers? license, insurance, and access to a vehicle are required.

Compensation
? Housing in Bryn Mawr College graduate student housing
? A meal plan stipend of $3,000 per year.
? A monthly living allowance of $949.00, provided in bi-weekly increments
? A post-service AmeriCorps education award of $4,725.00 for 12 months of service OR a $1200.00 cash stipend upon completion of 12 months of service
? Deferred payment of federal student loans during year of service (AmeriCorps program will pay the interest that accrues during that time)
? Relocation allowance (for those relocating more than 50 miles to serve)
? Travel reimbursement, Medical Benefits, Life Insurance

Direct all inquiries to:
Nell Anderson, Director of Praxis Program and Community Partnerships
Civic Engagement Office
Bryn Mawr College
101 N. Merion Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Phone: 610-526-5031 ; Email: [email protected]