AmeriCorps Program Development Specialist

Job Overview:

The Americorps Program Development Specialist assists the Americorps and Volunteer Program Manager in providing both daily and program planning functions to implement both the Montana State Parks AmeriCorps (MSPA) program and to support other AmeriCorps members assigned to FWP. The position also assists in the preparation of an AmeriCorps grant application and assists with recreation site volunteer programs. The specialist works with field managers to develop and define methods, procedures, and techniques to develop and implement practical, educational, and meaningful AmeriCorps member and volunteer tasks to support the agency and its mission.

The knowledge, skills and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Work, Sociology, Liberal Arts, Education, Natural Resources, and 2 years of related work experience. Experience with AmeriCorps or volunteer program management, as well as grant writing is preferred.

Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.