Stewards VISTA: Appalshop - WMMT Community Radio Capacity- AmeriCorps

The AmeriCorps VISTA: Stewards Individual Placement at Appalshop - WMMT Community Radio Capacity- AmeriCorps Conservation Legacy Program operates within the purpose of amplifying Appalachian voices through community media, cultural preservation, and creative expression, guided by values of community empowerment, equity in media representation, collaboration, and respect for local culture and knowledge.

About the role

As an AmeriCorps VISTA, the member will strengthen WMMT's capacity by developing systems for volunteer recruitment, training, and support, and by creating outreach tools and engagement strategies to expand community participation in station programming. Additionally, the member will build fund development infrastructure by researching underwriting and grant opportunities and developing tracking and outreach materials.

Responsibilities

• Develop new systems for DJ recruitment, orientation, scheduling, communication, and ongoing support
• Research underwriting prospects, updating underwriting materials, create outreach lists, and templates or tracking systems that staff can use to pursue local support
• May also develop a plan for grant research and draft reusable language about WMMT’s community impact
• Research new community and national partnerships that strengthen the program with new opportunities

Requirements

• United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien
• Must be 18 years of age
• High School Diploma/GED
• Agrees to provide information to establish eligibility and to complete a National Service Criminal History Check

Qualifications

• Physical Requirements: Conservation Legacy is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to perform essential functions. Some positions may require periodic overnight travel, non-traditional hours, ability to move across varied terrain, use program-specific tools and a range of technology on an infrequent or frequent basis.
• Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Ability to safely drive an organizational vehicle may also be required for some positions.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with community outreach and engagement
• Knowledge of fundraising and grant writing
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Benefits

• Segal AmeriCorps Education Award*: $7,395.00 or choice of cash stipend of ~$1,800.00
• Living Allowance: $68.39/day, disbursed every 2 weeks
• Cellphone stipend
• Relocation Allowance ($750) if Eligible
• Healthcare Coverage*
• Childcare Coverage*
• Loan forbearance if Eligible
• Interest Payments if Eligible
• Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Wellness Program (access to a licensed, professional counselor and 24/7 support)
• Non-Competitive Eligibility* (NCE) status upon successful completion of the term
• Networking and Mentorship

Pay

$68.39/day ($24,962.35/year)

Schedule

Typically, this position is expected to serve full-time (35-40 hours), but exact schedules may vary. Member may be required to participate in national, state, or local service projects or events as part of their service term.