Vermont State University · 1 day ago
Vermont Rural Learning Collective Program Director
Lyndonville, Vermont, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$45K/yr - $50K/yr
3+ years expVermont State University is seeking a Vermont Rural Learning Collective Program Director to design, support, and administer the AmeriCorps program grant. The role involves managing grant applications, overseeing program budgets, and providing training and support for AmeriCorps members and host sites.
AlumniEducationHigher Education
Responsibilities
Develop and carry out program goals of the AmeriCorps grant to meet the needs of educational nonprofits in rural Vermont according to AmeriCorps priority areas
Serve as lead role in writing grant applications for refunding of the program or other related projects
Oversee program, host site, and member data collection towards federal performance measures, and submit Mid and End of Year Progress Reports
Submit Slot Conversion Requests as needed
Oversee and manage the AmeriCorps program budget including: establish budget, monitor and track expenditures, develop and submit regular reports to the college and federal agencies as required, and respond to audits as requested
Request, compile, and report on Grantee Cash match and In-Kind. Complete Budget Modification Requests as needed
Monitoring and training for VRLC host sites; Maintain working relationships with Host Site Supervisors and respond to new prospective sites
Administer Sponsorship Application and Slot Commitment process including selecting sites and disbursing MSY/members
Lead Annual Site Supervisor Orientation and meetings
Provide pre-enrollment Orientation for members. Enrollment in Egrants grant management system; Monitoring throughout service (e.g. conducting site visits, administering evaluations); Exit process (e.g. conducting exit interviews, collecting portfolios)
Oversee Background checks compliance as per NSCHC requirements with support of Program Coordinator
Design and implement AmeriCorps trainings and events for member and site supervisors in conjunction with the Program Coordinator and other AmeriCorps program staff
Provide support for members in areas such as: accessing AmeriCorps healthcare, conflict resolution, mentoring, and life after AmeriCorps. Work with alumni
Represent VRLC at VSC meetings, committees, workgroups, and initiatives
Represent VRLC at monthly SerVermont Commission Program Director meetings, and annual regional and national AmeriCorps/CNCS conferences
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, human services, or related field
Three to four years of related experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
Federal grant writing and budget management experience
Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite products, including Word and Excel
Experience working with diverse populations
Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle required - position involves in-state travel and occasional attendance at national conferences and training events
Preferred
Master's degree strongly preferred
Prior participation in a national service program preferred
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Tuition Waiver to Vermont State Colleges
Tuition Waiver to UVM* for dependent children
Employee Assistance Program
Long Term Disability
14 Paid Holidays
Medical, Personal, and Vacation Leave
Company
Vermont State University
Vermont State University offers career-focused education accessible to students in Vermont and the region.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$7.8MKey Investors
U.S. Department of EducationNational Science FoundationNorthern Border Regional Commission
2025-07-09Grant· $6M
2024-09-26Grant· $1.8M
2024-01-31Grant
Leadership Team
Karry Booska
Assistant Director of Community Partnerships for Career Development
Oyibo Afoaku, Ph.D.
Chief Diversity Officer
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