Library VISTA Project Specialist

Job Summary

Reporting to the Library VISTA Project Manager, this position supports the Kansas City Public Library and our partner agencies to expand poverty-alleviation programs in the Kansas City metro and increase accessibility to AmeriCorps service opportunities through the Library VISTA Project. As an AmeriCorps VISTA intermediary, the Library partners with local organizations serving as AmeriCorps VISTA member host sites. This position will support project and grant coordination, with an emphasis on recruitment and maintenance of the Library VISTA Project. The Specialist will work with subsite partners, VISTA Leaders, VISTA members, applicants, and the AmeriCorps regional office.

Other Things You should Know:

This position is grant-funded, renewable annually.

40 hours per week

Salary is $45,706 plus excellent benefits

This position is open until filled

You’d Do:

Provide support and training to VISTA members. Train new members on Library VISTA Project policies and procedures, including reporting. Coach and collaborate with the VISTA Leader(s). Supervise VISTA/VISTA Leader members.

Support VISTA Member and Summer Associate recruitment and onboarding by designing promotional materials and conducting in-person and electronic outreach. Attend community events to promote the Library VISTA Project openings and ensure accessibility to the recruitment process for people of all abilities.

Maintain records for all current AmeriCorps VISTA members and supervisors. Records include timesheets, onboarding paperwork, resumes, regular reports, and quarterly evaluations.

Reach out to potential sites to host AmeriCorps VISTA members. Assist sites in the application process. Train supervisors in Library VISTA Project policies and procedures.

You Need:

Experience working with diverse communities.

Aptitude in systematic thinking with strong project management skills.

Strong oral and written communication skills with demonstrated diplomacy with internal and external stakeholders.

Strong computer and technology skills, especially Microsoft Office Suite.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team, finding solutions as necessary.

This position will be required to pass a full National Service Criminal History Check (NSCHC), check of the National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW), and the FBI check.

Minimum requirements include national service experience. This requirement may also be met by an equivalent combination of education, work experience, and life experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of AmeriCorps VISTA Program provisions and regulations.

Values-based customer service experience.

Experience facilitating in-person and virtual meetings.

Ability to speak and understand English is required. Additional consideration may be given to individuals that are proficient in any non-English languages spoken in Kansas City area including Somali, Swahili, Spanish, Arabic, French, Dari, Pashto, and Vietnamese.

How to Apply

Please apply for this position through our web application system at www.kclibrary.org/jobs. Kansas City Public Library is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.