This a temporary position with a one year duration and possible extension based on status of grant.

Central office location is Bismarck, with this position working remotely from any North Dakota location. Some travel may be required.

Work hours are Monday-Friday, not to exceed 25 hours per week. Schedule is flexible and hours may vary.

As a recruitment and engagement program specialist, you will lead a recruitment strategy for AmeriCorps and National Service programs through the ND Department of Commerce, support member development initiatives, develop outreach initiatives and perform other project functions. You will work alongside the program officer and grant recipients and engage with community stakeholders who strengthen Serve ND (ND State Commission on National and Community Service) and ND Department of Commerce services. You will develop high-quality recruitment and retention plans for AmeriCorps Programs and align National Service resources with community needs. Working within state service plan parameters, this position will translate community engagement goals into real programs and services.

• Interpret federal regulations.

• Launch a statewide service partners workgroup collaboratively focused on National Service and volunteer recruitment.

• Gather input, develop and build group support for a 12-month recruitment plan, prioritizing local recruitment for National Service that reflect the communities being served.

• Cultivate and sustain meaningful, local partnerships, building pathways to service and service-to-career pathways for local residents, neighborhood groups, youth-serving organizations and faith-based organizations.

• Oversee short-term AmeriCorps alumni outreach ambassadors.

• Assist program manager and division directors with requests for information.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum of a two-year Associate degree OR completion of a specialized course of study at a business or trade school OR completion of a specialized and extensive in-house training or apprenticeship program.

• Six months to two years of similar or related experience required.

Submit completed online application including cover letter, resume, and three (3) business references.

Application materials must be received at the Department of Commerce by 11:59 p.m. (CST) on the closing date.

EMPLOYMENT REFERENCE: Prior to job offer, employment references may be checked.

BACKGROUND CHECK: A criminal history check and a driver’s license check will be performed on the successful candidate.

Contact Denise Faber at 701-328-7282 or email at dfaber@nd.gov for more information or accommodation and assistance in the application or interview process.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with the Application Process or uploading attachments, please contact recruiter@nd.gov or (701)328-3290.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The ND Department of Commerce does not provide sponsorships.

https://www.commerce.nd.gov/

ND Relay TTY 1-800-366-6888 / Voice 1-800-366-6889

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.