AmeriCorps Seniors Program Specialist Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/newprint/4780869) Apply  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. Employer State of Iowa Website hhs.iowa.gov Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email