Position is responsible for managing and implementing the statewide Montana Making $ense AmeriCorps program. Duties include but are not limited to: recruits and supervises AmeriCorps members and service sites; coordinates member training; assesses member service activities; plans, coordinates, and executes member training retreats and in-service conference calls; develops member training information and tools; monitors and reports member development activities; implements and monitors program evaluation measures; makes suggestions for program improvements; conducts related research; writes original and renewal grant award requests; serves as the program’s local, state, and national representative; attends national and state conferences

Position will demonstrate: knowledge of office practices and procedures and business English, spelling, grammar and composition; knowledge and experience in program management and project planning; knowledge of program evaluation and needs assessment tools; knowledge and experience with supervisory practices and procedures; ability to plan and coordinate events and activities (training retreats, conference calls); ability to develop training tools and materials; knowledge of and experience with program assessment tools; strategic planning; ability to conduct research; effective public relations, interpersonal, and communication skills to develop rapport with a diverse group of individuals (AmeriCorps members, students, staff, faculty and community agencies/organizations); knowledge of or ability to learn The University of Montana policies and procedures and state and national program rules and regulations of the Corporation for National and Community Services; knowledge and experience with grant writing procedures; ability to become familiar with national service/grant funded programs; ability to make sound decisions and remain calm and professional at all times; effective time management and organizational skills with the ability to complete tasks while paying attention to detail; skill in the operation of personal computers and related word processing, and database software with the ability to learn other software; ability to generate reports; maintain accurate files; ability to travel throughout Montana and maintain a valid driver’s license

High school graduation and two (2) years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Demonstrated knowledge of standard office practices and procedures; business English, spelling, composition, and grammar

Effective interpersonal, public relations, and communication skills, including ability to work with a diverse population

Demonstrated skill in use of personal computers and related word processing, database, and spreadsheet software

Basic understanding of event planning practices and procedures

Demonstrated knowledge of supervisory and training practices and procedures

Ability research, analyze data and provide appropriate reports

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in program management and project planning; program evaluation and needs assessment tools

Knowledge of or ability to learn grant writing procedures

Must possess, or be able to obtain, a valid Montana Driver’s License and be able to travel throughout the state as needed

Please answer on separate sheet of paper and submit with application materials. Please provide as much detail as possible.

1. Please explain your experience managing complex projects which include detailed processes, procedures and/or guidelines?

2. Please describe your experience hiring, training, and supervising others.

3. Please describe your experience writing grants and/or program/project proposals.

4. Describe your problem solving, organizational, and prioritizing skills. What methods do you use to organize and prioritize your work?

5. Describe your professional work experience and/or education as it relates to this position. Why are you interested in this position?