AmeriCorps NCCC Traditional Corps Team Leader

Company: AmeriCorps NCCC
Location: North Las Vegas
Posted on: January 6, 2021

Job Description:

Travel the country and make an impact on communities in need! AmeriCorps NCCC (National Civilian Community Corps) is a residential service program for young adults who want to lead a tight-knit team while making a difference across the United States. AmeriCorps team leaders in the NCCC Traditional Corps program deploy to one of our training locations, then travel with a team of 8-12 young adults throughout their assigned region for 11 months of full-time, immersive service. Apply by February 28 to begin service in June. Training Locations Denver, Colorado; Vicksburg, Mississippi; or Vinton, Iowa (Locations will be assigned upon acceptance into the program. Applicants cannot choose their location.) Requirements to serve Must be 18 years or older Must possess a valid driver's license Must be a U.S. Citizen or a Lawful Permanent Resident of the U.S. Must pass an initial drug screening test upon arrival to the program Must be available to leave your hometown and serve full-time for 11 months Must demonstrate an ability to lead a team of 8-12 young adults Benefits During service, you will receive: Basic expenses, including communal housing, meals, and a limited health benefit. All program-related travel, including to your training location, projects, and back home after your service term. A modest living allowance for your personal expenses. Valuable training in leadership, technical skills, teamwork, and more. Forbearance for federally backed student loans. After service, you will receive: The Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $6,345 to use on future tuition costs or existing student loans. A competitive edge in your job search. Position Description You will lead a team through a service term of direct, hands-on service in the areas of natural and other disasters, infrastructure improvement, environmental stewardship and conservation, energy conservation, and urban and rural development. Your team could be doing anything from building a house to running a youth summer program to repairing hiking trails in a national forest, so openness to new experiences is key. As a team leader, you will be crucial to your team's success. You'll be responsible for directing, motivating, and mentoring, a diverse team of young people. Partner organizations and AmeriCorps staff will look to you for coordination of project logistics. Gain invaluable supervisory experience, challenge yourself, and build lasting connections.

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