Montana Campus Compact AmeriCorps VISTA Member, Montana Campus Compact

Application instructions are located at the bottom of the page.  Please apply directly through the University of Montana's career portal UM Jobs at https://umjobs.silkroad.com/ for positions at the University of Montana – Missoula, University of Montana Western (Dillon), and Helena College.  Do not apply through Indeed.com or use easy apply through Indeed.com*.

The University of Montana invites applications for AmeriCorps VISTA members serving with the Montana Campus Compact. AmeriCorps VISTA members with Montana Campus Compact (MTCC) serve for a year or more in Montana communities, meeting community needs and advancing educational equity across the state. Our members work towards increasing access to college, strengthening communities through service, and meeting the needs of Montana veterans. MTCC AmeriCorps VISTA service opportunities include strengthening college campus partnerships with community nonprofits, assessing community needs to plan for anti-poverty programming, recruiting and managing volunteers, and developing new community programs, among other activities. All MTCC AmeriCorps VISTA members attend cohort trainings several times a year, participate in National Days of Service, and share a common mission of improving community life and educational access in Montana. A complete list of service placements can be found at https://mtcompact.org/mtcc-americorps/about-americorps/available-positions/

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its essential values of leadership, diversity, engagement and sustainability.

Job Location:

• Across Montana - Billings, Bozeman, Great Falls, Hamilton, Helena, Missoula, and Pablo.

Required Skills:

• The ability to work well with diverse populations, including Native Americans and people from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Ability and desire to serve directly with youth.
• Ability to learn and teach others.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, over the telephone, over email and webinars.
• Ability to work effectively and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to meet timelines according to goals and objectives of the program.
• Ability to manage time well.

Position Details:

• $576/biweekly (pre-tax).
• Healthcare coverage.
• Childcare assistance, if eligible.
• $6,495.00 Education Award OR $1,800.00 cash stipend upon successful completion of service.
• Federal non-competitive hiring eligibility upon successful completion of service.
• Professional development opportunities.
• 10 personal days and 10 medical/sick days.
• Eligible for hiring preferences at Employers of National Service locations.

Commitment:

•  August 12, 2024 – August 12, 2025 | September 3, 2024 – July 31, 2025

How to Apply:

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until positions are filled. Applicants must apply through the Montana Campus Compact website. Additional information about the application and selection process can be found by visiting the Montana Campus Compact website https://mtcompact.org/

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment.
In accordance with University policy, finalists for these positions will be subject to criminal background investigations.  ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.  References *References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing Individual hiring departments at UM-M may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility.  All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification prior to being placed in a position,  as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

Application instructions are located at the bottom of the page.  Please apply directly through the University of Montana's career portal UM Jobs at https://umjobs.silkroad.com/ for positions at the University of Montana – Missoula, University of Montana Western (Dillon), and Helena College.  Do not apply through Indeed.com or use easy apply through Indeed.com*.