Description
This is not a traditional job. It is an AmeriCorps national service opportunity that gives you the chance to spend a year making a real difference while building valuable professional experience.
As South Schuylkill Unified’s AmeriCorps Community Revitalization and Economic Development Member, you will be actively involved in the work of strengthening communities, supporting local businesses, engaging residents and volunteers, and helping turn community ideas into action. You will gain hands-on experience, professional mentorship, training, networking opportunities, and meaningful exposure to careers in community revitalization, economic development, nonprofit leadership, and public service.
You will not simply observe the work. You will be part of it. We want your ideas, your perspective, and your energy at the table. You will have opportunities to work with community leaders and partners, participate in real projects and meetings, and even develop an initiative of your own during your service year.
AmeriCorps service also provides a living allowance, health insurance, childcare assistance for eligible members, and an education award upon successful completion of service.
If you are looking for a year that can strengthen your résumé, expand your professional network, help you discover a career path, and allow you to leave a meaningful mark on a community, this is a real opportunity to do exactly that.
Requirements
Applicants should have a genuine passion for community revitalization, public service, and helping residents realize their vision for their own neighborhoods and communities. Successful candidates will be dependable, organized, curious, comfortable working with diverse community partners, and able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. The role requires initiative, creativity, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Previous experience in community development, economic development, nonprofit work, communications, or volunteer service is helpful but not required. Most importantly, we are looking for someone who is community-minded, eager to build relationships, and excited to contribute their ideas and talents to meaningful local projects.
