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AmeriCorps Program Director, Palmetto Conservation Foundation

Deadline: 
June 1, 2021
South Carolina

Responsible for managing all aspects of the Palmetto Trail’s AmeriCorps program (The Palmetto Conservation Corps).

Other Key Relationships:

Serve as the primary contact between the Palmetto Trail and the South Carolina Commission for National and Community Service.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Develop/ update program start up materials
  • Recruit AmeriCorps members, aged 18 and up, to participate in the Corps (may include travel)
  • Train members on necessary job functions, AmeriCorps protocol and operational procedure, and all other Corps related information
  • Organize Corps project calendar
  • Report on performance measures
  • Secure feedback from partners on Corps performance and satisfaction
  • Provide member development opportunities
  • Participate in meetings, trainings, and phone calls with the SC Commission
  • Submit applicable reports to the SC Commission
  • Research community impact of the Corps
  • Attend applicable national trainings, certifications, and conferences, including the annual Corps Network Conference and the annual Regional AmeriCorps Conference
  • Coordinate with community partners
  • Conduct bi-annual reviews of all Corps members
  • Participate in bi-annual review process with the executive director
  • Oversee Corps financial reporting- gathering necessary support documentation for monthly FSR reports, completing quarterly budget change amendments and working closely with Finance Manager
  • Compose and submit AmeriCorps operational grant application for re-compete and continuation
  • Secure funding sources, through sponsorships or grants, to supplement CNCS funds for the Corps
  • Expected to participate in onsite work with Corps crews at least once a month
  • Manage all Corps facilities and property
  • Work with the Trail Field Coordinator for Corps site supervision, trainings and scheduling
  • Other duties related to the Palmetto Conservation Corps as assigned

Compensation:

  • $37,900 salary
  • Up to $45 monthly cell phone reimbursement
  • Up to $450 monthly health insurance reimbursement
Full job description
Category: 
Project/Program Manager
Type: 
Land Trusts