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AmeriCorps Neighbor to Neighbor Fellow… at Napa County… · California
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Job Description
About the Employer
The Napa County Office of Education (NCOE) is a public agency that provides academic services and enrichment opportunities for students, teachers and the community, as well as critical business services for school districts. NCOE partners with the five public school districts in Napa County on a variety of programs and issues. NCOE also operates numerous federal and state grants including a robust AmeriCorps program and state-wide projects supporting Special Education students. NCOE's Early Childhood Services program is a leader in inclusive classroom structures. To learn more about working at NCOE, please visit: https://napacoe.org/careers/
Requirements / Qualifications
Neighbor-to-Neighbor (N2N) AmeriCorps Fellows serve in communities across Northern California to build volunteer infrastructure and strengthen community engagement within nonprofits and local government agencies (Host Sites). Their work supports the development of thriving, connected neighborhoods that are more resilient to challenges such as social isolation, climate change, and disasters. Their work supports the development of thriving, connected neighborhoods with the goal of creating more resilient communities in the face of challenges such as social isolation, climate change, and disasters.
Fellows serve by:
- Creating sustainable systems to connect neighbors and to recruit, train, manage, and support volunteers and Neighborhood Leaders;
- Engaging the community through outreach, neighborhood events, and awareness-building around social connection, climate action, and disaster preparedness;
- Supporting partnership development and fundraising efforts to strengthen volunteer programs and community initiatives. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to grow and apply leadership, community organizing, and program development skills while making a lasting difference. Fellows receive extensive training in volunteer management, community engagement, and nonprofit professional practices throughout their service term.
Program Overview Neighbor-to-Neighbor (N2N) Fellows are AmeriCorps members who serve at nonprofit and government agencies across Northern California to build and strengthen sustainable community engagement initiatives. The program focuses on reducing social isolation, increasing volunteer participation, and expanding infrastructure for climate action and disaster preparedness awareness. Each N2N Fellow is placed at a single Host Site, where they serve primarily “behind-the-scenes” to design and implement systems that enable meaningful volunteer engagement, support the development of Neighborhood Leaders, and respond to local needs. Fellows work to build volunteer infrastructure, create pathways for neighbor-to-neighbor connection, and promote long-term community resilience. In tandem with this systems-focused work, Fellows actively engage with the local community to build relationships, understand community dynamics, and inform inclusive and intentional engagement strategies. N2N Fellows are part of a 20-member cohort, serving in pairs at Host Sites across the region. Throughout their 8-month service term, Fellows participate in regular collaboration, professional development, and AmeriCorps training to support their growth and impact.
Comments and Other Information
Essential AmeriCorps Duties -Design and implement Neighborhood Leader programs and local engagement strategies, including position descriptions, volunteer roles, and neighborhood activities that foster strong community connections. -Recruit and train community members as volunteers, including high-value and skilled volunteers who serve in leadership roles. -Develop outreach materials and facilitate training, orientation, and ongoing support for Neighborhood Leaders on topics such as social isolation, climate action, disaster preparedness, and community engagement. -Create and maintain systems for tracking volunteer hours, participation, and event outcomes. -Establish and maintain program policies, procedures, and volunteer infrastructure. -Increase community partnerships and business relationships to strengthen volunteer and community engagement programs. -Engage in marketing, coalition building, special project and event development, advisory board or neighborhood council formation, and community outreach to enhance the sustainability, collaboration, and effectiveness of organizations serving neighborhoods. -Serve alongside Neighborhood Leaders and volunteers to provide hands-on support, collect feedback, and deepen understanding of neighborhood needs. -Track program and infrastructure development at the Host Site using an AmeriCorps Member Service Plan. -Participate in all required program training and development activities, which may include in-person and virtual sessions (travel may be required). -Participate in all California Days of Action and a minimum of two (2) National Service Days during the service term
Position Commitment: -Full-time, 8-month commitment serving a minimum of 1200 hours, may include some evenings and weekends. -Hours are generally Monday – Friday from 8:00 – 5:00PM (will vary by Host Site placement) -Service hours are expected to occur in-person and N2N Fellows are required to live within a reasonable commute distance (50 miles or less) from their Host Site. -Must be comfortable regularly interfacing with the community. -All service hours performed must be approved program related service activities, and not prohibited or unallowable AmeriCorps activities as listed in member contract & handbook.
Areas of Responsibility -Positively represent N2N in a variety of settings, including recruitment opportunities, staff meetings, trainings, and service events. -Assist with other community building activities at the Host Site. -Create and maintain positive relationships with program staff. -Submit monthly Great Stories and volunteer data in the OnCorps tracking system. -Conform to regular, timely attendance requirements at the assigned service site. -Duties take place at multiple site locations throughout Northern California with training seminars at designated locations. The position requires occasional travel. Must be able to work indoors and outdoors, as well as some night and weekend hours. -Must meet the program essential job functions; reasonable accommodations available upon request. -Must be able to adapt to changes in work environment, accept feedback and growth opportunities, effectively handle multiple tasks and competing demands, work cooperatively in group situations, work actively to resolve conflicts, and work well with others on a team. -Work independently and as a member of a team with strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively handle multiple tasks. -Possess leadership and interpersonal skills to work effectively with others. -An interest in and/or a background in community service and volunteerism.
Qualifications: -Must be at least 18 years of age (17 with parental approval) -Clear criminal background check (Truescreen, fingerprint-based check & CA DOJ/FBI) -Submit current, clear TB (tuberculosis) test -Must have at least a high school diploma or a GED by start date -Must either be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States (INS Form I-551) -Must not have more than 3 terms of service previously with AmeriCorps State and National programs -Organized, responsible, flexible, motivated and professional -Strong personal standards of excellence, ethics and integrity -Ability to be committed to a high standard of safety and be willing and able to comply with all safety laws and all of the program’s safety policies and rules
Benefits -Monthly living stipend of $3,000 to cover basic expenses during service term ($24,000 over 8 months of service) -Segal Education Award of $5,175.00 upon completion of service, which can be used to pay for educational expenses or to repay qualified student loans. -Student loan deferment and interest repayment -Moving stipend for applicants traveling from out of state and over 250 miles from the Host Site -Potential Eligibility for CalFresh (CA’s food stamp program) -Professional development and training opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge in community engagement. -Meaningful work experience and the opportunity to build connections with professionals and organizations in the nonprofit and government sectors.
*Please note: the living stipend and education awards are taxable