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Full-Time AmeriCorps Position Openings for 2009-2010:

6 College Retention Coordinators* (1 position remaining): Provide services for our current collegians (with financial aid applications, transfer assistance, resource referral for academic difficulties, etc.), plan collegian gatherings, send care packages, and keep in regular contact with all collegians. Length of Service: 11 months (August 2009 – July 2010)

1 Financial Literacy & Evaluation Coordinator**: Researches, develops, and improves the organization’s financial aid outreach and financial literacy services to maximize students’ financial aid packages and educational outcomes. Designs, implements, and improves organizational evaluation systems.  Length of Service: 12 months (August 2009 – August 2010)

1 Grant Coordinator**: Assists with researching, writing, and managing organizational grant funds, develops budgeting systems, and assists with the coordination of accounting/bookkeeping structures. Length of Service: 12 months (August 2009 – August 2010)

1 HR Systems Coordinator**: Researches, develops, and coordinates human resources systems, team member benefits and professional development, and risk management practices to enhance organizational sustainability. Length of Service: 12 months (August 2009 – August 2010)

1 Information Systems & Technology Coordinator**: Analyzes and improves organizational systems, databases, and infrastructure for increased sustainability and assists with technology upgrades. Length of Service: 12 months (August 2009 – August 2010)

2 Program Events Coordinators (bilingual English/Spanish required)**: Coordinates and finalizes all student and parent programming protocol, events, documents and policies. Serves as the organization’s primary Spanish language resource. Length of Service: 12 months (August 2009 – August 2010)

1 Volunteer Coordinator*: Coordinates and finalizes College Forward’s volunteer recruitment plan, application process, protocol, training and support programs. Length of Service: 11 months (August 2009 – July 2010)

* AmeriCorps*State positions
** AmeriCorps*VISTA positions

For more, see How to Apply .

College Forward is a proud recipient of AmeriCorps funding from the Corporation for National and Community Service as both an AmeriCorps*Texas and an AmeriCorps*VISTA project.

At College Forward, AmeriCorps*Texas and AmeriCorps*VISTA members are more than hired hands – they are valued contributors to everything we do. In fact, College Forward is largely the creation of committed and creative AmeriCorps members who believe deeply in our mission and are determined to change the world through education.

Entry-level workers don’t find many opportunities in which their ideas will be taken seriously. College Forward is one of the rare few. We not only care what you think, but we’ll actively seek your opinions – and you can be part of the team that puts them into practice.

Our culture? Think “Whistle While You Work.” We are serious about our goals and work very hard, but our light-hearted, team-based approach enables us to regard many of our duties as play. Our students and our AmeriCorps members are able to accomplish great things not because we drive them relentlessly, but because they are fulfilled by the journey. We support the growth and development of our AmeriCorps members who, since 2003, have moved into graduate programs, law school, medical school, and professional careers in public service after serving one or two years at College Forward. During their tenure with us, we make sure that they gain professional, resume-building experience.

AmeriCorps*VISTA members (Volunteers in Service to America) provide indirect, capacity-building services to nonprofit, faith-based and other community organizations to create and expand programs that ultimately bring low-income individuals and communities out of poverty.

"College Forward gives me the opportunity to use my knowledge and experience to help students who truly deserve a shot at higher education." —Neily, AmeriCorps*VISTA

Since VISTA was created in 1965, more than 140,000 people have made the commitment to strengthen the capacity of community organizations. VISTA members have made significant contributions to College Forward by taking on crucial “behind the scenes” responsibilities such as marketing, fundraising, public relations, program evaluation, and much more! At College Forward, AmeriCorps* VISTA members serve on a Full-Time (40 hours/week) basis, for a term of 12 months.

AmeriCorps*Texas members provide direct service to address unmet community needs. These members also mobilize local volunteers and strengthen the capacity of the organizations where they serve. At College Forward, AmeriCorps*Texas members serve on a Full-Time (40+ hours/week) basis, for a term of 10-12 months.

• AmeriCorps is a positive and powerful way to give back to your community while also gaining valuable skills.

• AmeriCorps is a great way to gain professional experience and development in new areas and fields with which you might not yet be familiar.

• AmeriCorps members work as a leadership team to make positive social change — you will get to know like-minded individuals through College Forward who are not only passionate about serving their communities but who are also changing the face of education!

• AmeriCorps members stay connected. You will be part of the broad AmeriCorps network across the United States long after your service ends.

• AmeriCorps members receive a stipend, an educational award, and benefits (if eligible).

• AmeriCorps hours can often fulfill internship and field work degree requirements!

College Forward requires the following application components:
    • Completed AmeriCorps Application
    • Resume
    • Cover Letter

Members will be required to pass a National Criminal Background Check before beginning service.

First Priority Deadline: March 20, 2009, at 11:59pm CST (application period closed)
Second Priority Deadline: May 15, 2009, at 11:59pm CST (now accepting applications)

Applicants submitting required components by the First or Second Priority Deadlines will be given first choice of available positions and will receive notification of acceptance at an earlier date. Applications received after the Priority Deadlines will be evaluated on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.

To access the AmeriCorps application, click on the link above, choose "Search Listings," and search for College Forward. Then choose "Apply to Serve," create a profile, and apply directly to College Forward positions.

If you prefer a paper application, download an application in PDF and mail or fax it along with a cover letter, resume, and completed reference forms to the following address:

College Forward
ATTN: AmeriCorps Coordinator
6448 Highway 290 East
Suite E-108
Austin, TX 78723

For more information about AmeriCorps*VISTA or AmeriCorps*Texas opportunities at College Forward, please contact us at (512) 452-4800 ext. 222 or americorps@collegeforward.org.

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