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Maggie's Place

Stability Specialist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Schedule monthly staffing meeting with the AmeriCorps members, Director of Family services, and * Cultivate a strong and effective team within the home. * Supervise AmeriCorps members utilizing ...

Maggie's Place

Stability Specialist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Schedule monthly staffing meeting with the AmeriCorps members, Director of Family services, and * Cultivate a strong and effective team within the home. * Supervise AmeriCorps members utilizing ...

Maggie's Place

Stability Specialist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Schedule monthly staffing meeting with the AmeriCorps members, Director of Family services, and * Cultivate a strong and effective team within the home. * Supervise AmeriCorps members utilizing ...

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How much do americorps staff jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for americorps staff in the United States is $64,055.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,000.00 and $83,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are AmeriCorps staff?

AmeriCorps staff are employees who support and manage AmeriCorps service programs at the federal, state, or local level. They are responsible for recruiting, training, and supervising AmeriCorps members, ensuring program compliance, and providing administrative support. Unlike AmeriCorps members who serve communities directly, staff focus on program operations, member support, and partnership development. Their work is essential for the smooth functioning and success of AmeriCorps initiatives.

What qualifications do you need for AmeriCorps?

To serve as an AmeriCorps member, applicants typically need to be at least 17 years old, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and pass a background check. Some programs may require specific skills or experience related to the service focus, and members often commit to a full-time or part-time schedule for a designated term.

What are some common challenges AmeriCorps staff face when supporting service members in the field?

AmeriCorps staff often navigate challenges such as managing diverse service member needs, coordinating logistics across multiple projects, and maintaining motivation during demanding service periods. They must balance administrative responsibilities with providing direct support and mentorship to participants. Effective communication, adaptability, and strong organizational skills are essential for overcoming these challenges and ensuring a positive service experience for both members and community partners.

What do AmeriCorps workers do?

AmeriCorps workers serve in community service roles, providing support in areas such as education, health, environmental conservation, and disaster response. They often work directly with communities, helping to address local needs while gaining skills and experience through structured programs that may include training and certification.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an AmeriCorps Staff member, and why are they important?

To thrive as an AmeriCorps Staff member, you need a background in community service, program management, and often a bachelor's degree or relevant experience. Familiarity with volunteer management systems, reporting tools, and grant administration software is typically required. Strong interpersonal communication, leadership, and adaptability help staff engage volunteers and address community needs effectively. These skills and qualities are crucial for building successful service programs and fostering positive community impact.

Did Trump cut funding for AmeriCorps?

During the Trump administration, federal funding for AmeriCorps was reduced in some years, but the program continued to operate with federal support. Funding levels can vary annually based on budget priorities and congressional appropriations, affecting the number of positions and projects available for AmeriCorps staff.

How much do AmeriCorps employees get paid?

AmeriCorps staff members typically receive a modest living allowance during their service, which varies by program and location but generally ranges from around $15,000 to $30,000 annually. In addition, they may earn education awards or stipends upon completion of service, and some positions offer benefits such as health insurance and training opportunities.
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Infographic showing various Americorps Staff job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 63% Full Time, 31% Part Time, and 6% Temporary. Highlights an 87% In-person, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,055 per year, or $30.8 per hour.
AmeriCorps Nutrition Aide

AmeriCorps Nutrition Aide

Texas Southmost College

Campus, IL

Part-time

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Position Information
Classification Title Job Title AmeriCorps Nutrition Aide FLSA Exempt Grant Funded Location Main Campus Position Length Part Time (Grant Funded)
Position Summary Information
Job Summary
Through the AmeriCorps Texas grant program, Texas Southmost College (TSC) will have AmeriCorps members who will 1) increase communication about and access to campus resources and support and 2) increase engagement in campus activities and with academic support services at TSC in Brownsville, Texas. At the end of the first program year, the AmeriCorps members will be responsible for increasing TSC students', who were served by the program, fall-to-spring persistence rate to 75% and fall-to-fall persistence rate of 63%.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Objective of the Assignment:
Serve in the Food Pantry and Community Garden to increase communication about and access to campus resources and support
  • Help students access basic needs through distribution of food at the TSC food pantry and community garden.
  • Organize and manage food distribution events and ensure efficient and equitable distribution of resources.
  • Educate students, staff and community members in nutrition, healthy eating habits, gardening, SNAP workshops, and community-based programs/organization that assist those experiencing food insecurity.
  • Aid in food pantry activities, ensuring food items are stocked, organize, and accessible to all students.
  • Assist in coordinating and implementing outreach efforts for student services.o E.g., Welcome Week, SNAP workshops, campus events, conferences, webinars, etc. to disseminate knowledge of college procedures and policies to students
Measures of the Assignment:
Number of students who, in a minimum of three times per semester, work directly with an AmeriCorps member in the Community Garden, attend a workshop or other Food Pantry Activity co-organized by an AmeriCorps member, or receive provisions from an AmeriCorps member working in the Food Pantry and
  • Persist to end of term or completion of program (short-term outcome)
  •  Register for and attend following term: Winter/Spring from Fall or Summer/Fall from Spring (mid-term outcome).
  •  Register for and attend the term starting one year from initial point of capture or complete their program (mid-term outcome).
Required Knowledge and Skills
Members are required to wear their uniform with AmeriCorps logo at all times of service. Members are required to adhere to all rules and regulations as outlines in their Member Service Agreement
Adhered to responsible work habits, such as reporting for service on-time, staying on task, being friendly and helpful on site and in the community, and maintaining a professional manner and appearance. Members are required to complete and submit a biweekly timesheet to the appropriate onsite superior for signature and approval.
Members are required to call in to the appropriate site supervisor and any relevant site staff when absent or late to the program or scheduled service event. Chronic tardiness and absenteeism is ground for suspension and/or dismissal. Members who miss three consecutive days or more of schedule service due to illness or other compelling circumstance, such as a family emergency, must provide a doctor's note or other similar documentation explaining the reason for the absences.
Members must have a strong commitment to community service, to communicating effectively with staff, with fellow members, community partners and AmeriCorps staff. Member must also exhibit a strong work ethics (attendance, record-keeping, completing timesheets in a timely fashion, etc.). Members are required to adhere to all codes of conduct and or related policies and procedures.
AmeriCorps member, at least 18 years of age, are required to under a four-part National Service Criminal History Check. Their position is contingent on the results of this check and members may not begin service until results have been received and adjudicated.
One Member Position will serve a minimum of 1200 hours (at time) during their term which, on average, is 31 hours per week. The second Member Position will serve a minimum of 900 hours (at 1/2 time) during their term which, on average, is 24 hours per week. Schedules are worked out with the direct supervisor. All members are expected to participate in centralized AmeriCorps trainings - including but not limited to initial kick-off training and Life after AmeriCorps training. Members are also required to participate in national service days including 9/11 Day of Service, MLK King Day of Service and National AmeriCorps Week.
Required Education and Experience
Enrolled as a student at Texas Southmost College (TSC)
Must pass a four-part National Service Criminal History Check
Preferred Education and Experience Certificates and Licensures
None Required
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
Disaster Relief Effort:
In the event of a local, state, or federal disaster declaration, AmeriCorps member may be asked on a volunteer basis or be required by OneStar to activate to assist in disaster response and recovery activities within their communities. This may involve virtual service opportunities or in -person service opportunities. This may include service opportunities outside of the member's standard service hours or in place of their standard service duties. In the event of a large-scare, high needs local, state or federal disaster AmeriCorps member may voluntarily or be required by OneStar to deploy to an area outside of their service area to assist in disaster response and recovery activities.
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential position functions subject to reasonable accommodation.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number 2025030TSC Open Date 04/15/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Special Instructions Summary
Transcripts (unofficial) are required to be attached to applications for all positions with an educational requirement (Faculty/Staff/Administrative).
Your application is not considered complete until all required documents have been attached.
Attachments must be in PDF or Microsoft Word format and must be no larger than 2 MB.
You will not be able to attach documents after your application has been submitted.
Please Note: Official transcripts are only required if recommended for hire. Please Note: Official transcripts are only required if recommended for hire.
Official transcripts shall be sent directly from the issuing institution to the College District's Office of Human Resources and must include documentation of all credit earned, including the education requirements that specifically qualifies the applicant for the position. The address to send all transcripts is:
Texas Southmost College
Office of Human Resources
80 Fort Brown, Tandy 105
Brownsville, Texas 78520
For eTranscripts please use email address:employee.records@tsc.edu
The College District recognizes equivalent credits and degrees earned from foreign universities. The equivalency shall be determined by translation and evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). For more information please visit: www.naces.org.

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