STEP Americorps in partnership with the Susquehanna Greenway Partnership has an exciting opportunity as a Community Planning and Outreach Coordinator.

STEP AmeriCorps is a great opportunity for anyone who is a student or paying off student loans! Whether you are a recent graduate taking a gap year, someone re-entering the workforce, or a retiree who wants to give back to the community, we have service opportunities for you.

Where: Williamsport, PA

Who you are: STEP AmeriCorps is looking for individuals who are interested in serving the community while earning a living stipend and money toward their education or student loans. Individuals must commit to serving 1700 hours in total between August 20th, 2024-July 25th, 2025.

*About the role: *This is not a permanent full- time job opportunity. This is a service opportunity with STEP AmeriCorps. The Susquehanna Greenway Partnership (SGP) seeks an energetic and creative team player to join our Communications and Outreach team. Reporting to the Assistant Director, the AmeriCorps member will provide a high level of strategic communication support to the organization, leadership in community outreach and engagement, and in rolling out and managing the Volunteer Ambassador program to raise awareness and inspire action for regional Susquehanna Greenway initiatives. This is a great opportunity to support the inner workings of a dynamic nonprofit and expand multiple professional competencies while under the support and guidance of the STEP AmeriCorps program.

Interested individuals should view the full position description and fill out our online application at stepcorp.org/careers-service/americorps

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, English, or related major; or 1-2 years' related work experience or equivalent combination preferred;
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal communications) are required;
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, take initiative, deliver high quality work, and work independently;
• Superlative interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to work well with people;
• At least 18 years of age, be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States;
• Experience with photography, videography, social media campaigns, website programming, and/or graphic design a plus;
• Volunteer management experience a plus; and,
• Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.

Additionally, all STEP AmeriCorps members are required to perform the following list of AmeriCorps related duties and events:

• Attend mandatory team meetings;
• Complete mandatory AmeriCorps monthly service and outcome reports;
• Complete mandatory weekly time logs in a timely fashion;
• Complete mandatory journals;
• Develop, plan and participate in various mandatory AmeriCorps events such as Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service, AmeriCorps Week activities and other service projects; and,
• Participate in host site and AmeriCorps trainings as scheduled.

STEP AmeriCorps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.