Community Outreach Coordinator - 2024-25

Community Outreach Coordinator

For one year, get paid to build sustainable solutions in a community, gain valuable hands on experience and prepare for your future. This full-time AmeriCorps service position offers a great opportunity to make an impact in the lives of others while building your own knowledge and skillset.

AmeriCorps National members serve the community in direct service and capacity building activities.

What will you do?

The community outreach coordinator plays a critical role in strengthening relationships through planning, coordination and implementation of projects in partnership with the community. These relationships with community residents, local organizations, elected officials and stakeholders help identify areas where Habitat for Humanity's housing and community development solutions can intersect with identified needs and aspirations.

• Build relationships and partnerships with community residents, local organizations, elected officials and community stakeholders.
• Identify community improvement projects and implement them from planning through completion.
• Engage volunteers from the community to support local improvement projects.
• Coordinate and document the implementation of Habitat's housing and community development solution in partnership with the community.

This position will focus on homeowner services and volunteer services aspects of Habitat affiliate operations.

Where will you serve?

• Organization name: Habitat for Humanity Greater Salt Lake Area
• Nearest metropolitan area: Salt Lake City, UT
• Full-time staff: 12
• Expected number of AmeriCorps members: 2
• Number of homes to be built: 4
• Activities and attractions: Salt Lake Valley Habitat for Humanity is in a beautiful region rich in outdoor activities and natural retreats. Ski /snowboard the mountains and the BEST snow on earth. Hike the 1000's of miles of mountain trails. Visit/hike the many wonders in Bryce Canyon, Moab, Arches and Zion National Parks! Visit the countless historical sites. Shop and stroll down Park City Main Street. Take a day trip to Bear Lake and go boating or paddle boarding. Head south to Las Vegas, Lake Powell and the Grand Canyon. Enjoy lively restaurants and music throughout the year. The possibilities are limitless. Salt Lake City has something to offer everybody.

Benefits of AmeriCorps service

• Living allowance of $18,700 for approximately 10 months of service.
• Segal Education Award of $7,395, upon successful completion of service.
• Forbearance for most federally-guaranteed student loans.
• Health care benefits and enrollment in Employee Assistance Plan.
• Personal and medical leave - approximately 10 days total.
• Personal and professional development opportunities.
• Child care benefits, if you qualify.
• Worker's compensation insurance.

Supplemental Benefits

• Free housing

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident at least 18 or older and have a high school diploma or GED.

What are we looking for?

Our ideal candidates:

• Are passionate about serving the community through direct service.
• Demonstrate respect for diversity of opinion, experience, and background.
• Desire to gain hands-on experience in the affordable housing and nonprofit sector.
• Have experience working on a team.
• Possess stellar interpersonal communication skills.
• Are motivated and committed to serve full time and in person.