4-H Lamar County AmeriCorps Member, Part-time

Department

website Employment Type Employee Additional Schedule Information M-F 8am to 5pm; some nights and weekends are required. Advertised Salary $1,. Monthly Stipend Anticipated Start Date //6 Posting Date //6 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants This is a National Service position funded through a grant from Georgia Serves (aka Georgia Commission on Service & Volunteerism) and AmeriCorps, the federal agency. Please see the AmeriCorps website for more information. Position availability is contingent upon continued availability of federal funds. This position is available September 1, 6 – August , 7. If additional funding becomes available, individuals may have the option to re-enroll for additional years of service if they meet the service hour requirement () and perform satisfactorily.

Federal regulations require a High School diploma or equivalent to apply. Additional education and experience are preferred but not required. The position requires a one-year commitment. This is a temporary national service position, not a traditional employment position.

Candidates are also required to apply in the My AmeriCorps portal. Please go to the My AmeriCorps portal, click on Apply to Serve, and complete the four steps to Create Profile. After creating a profile, create an application and apply for the specific county position. For assistance, call the National Service Help Desk at 1---7.

Benefits provided to half-time AmeriCorps members include modest monthly living allowance ($1,./month), loan forbearance, and a Segal Education Award equivalent to half of the Pell Grant that may be used to pay educational costs at eligible post-secondary educational institutions as well as to repay qualified student loans. To qualify for the Segal Education Award of $3,. the member must successfully log service hours by August , 7.

To serve in this position, applicants must be prepared to provide copies of the following documents: Proof of Citizenship (birth certificate or valid Passport), Social Security Card, Government Issued ID, Federal and State Tax Forms, High School Diploma or equivalent. Applicants must submit to a complete criminal history background check, including a finger-print based FBI check. Individuals convicted of murder or those on the sex offender registry or required to be on the sex offender registry are not eligible. The AmeriCorps member must comply with the Member Service Agreement (provided prior to service). You must possess a valid driver’s license to be considered for this position. Location of Vacancy NW District EOO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@). USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy .....

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy . Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom. Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Under the direction of the 4-H County Extension Agent, deliver 4-H positive youth development programming directly to youth. This includes:

• · facilitating/teaching 4-H in-school club meetings;
• · preparing students for 4-H Project Achievement;
• · attending 4-H Summer Camp;
• · designing and implementing community service projects; and
• · assisting with other 4-H base programming.

Members will assist the 4-H Agent with day-to-day activities involved with providing direct services to youth, such as planning and development of 4-H programming. Some programming may be delivered in a virtual format. Members may provide transportation to youth. Percentage of time Duties/Responsibilities Support and provide leadership to the county 4-H Volunteer program: recruit, screen, train, and engage volunteers. The member may assist with coordinating the county volunteer registration database. Half-time members should recruit at least 3 new volunteers during their service. Percentage of time Duties/Responsibilities Track and document data related to the AmeriCorps Grant performance measures and complete monthly reports, supported by the AmeriCorps State Program Coordinator. This includes administering surveys to youth as well as data entry. Percentage of time Duties/Responsibilities Attend local, district, and state program activities and events alongside 4-H County Extension Coordinator. Attend district and state-wide trainings, including the AmeriCorps New Service Year Orientation (October 6-7, 6, at Rock Eagle 4-H Center) as well as additional face-to-face trainings and at least monthly webinars. Percentage of time

Position Details

Position Information Classification Title Title Unused/Unknown FLSA UGA Job Code FTE 0. Minimum Qualifications Position Summary The AmeriCorps State program is a federally funded grant providing citizens with the opportunity to serve in their own country. The Georgia 4-H AmeriCorps member provides 4-H programming directly to youth under the direction of the County Extension Agent. Supervision is also provided by the AmeriCorps State Program Coordinator. This includes planning, implementation, and delivery of programming including in-school and after school club meetings, camp, and other 4-H programming delivered in the county as well as volunteer recruitment and transportation of youth. The member will also assist the AmeriCorps State Program Coordinator in collecting required impact data by administering surveys to youth and entering data into provided spreadsheets. Members must comply with AmeriCorps requirements such as quarterly reporting, monthly webinars, and other required trainings.
This posting is for a half-time (part-time) AmeriCorps member serving for months for the period of September 1, 6 – August , 7. Members are required to log a total of hours, averaging hours/week, depending on start date. Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position High school diploma or equivalent required. A valid driver’s license is required. Must be a citizen with proof of citizenship. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies The successful candidate must exhibit qualities of independent judgment and a passion for service as well as the ability to perform the tasks necessary in planning, developing, and directing educational programs directed at youth. Experience working with youth a plus. Physical Demands Driving, light lifting, occasional work outdoors in adverse climate. Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a requirement of this position? Yes Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of or direct patient care? Yes Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. Recruitment Contact Name Octavia Jackson Recruitment Contact Email ojackson@ Recruitment Contact Phone