What are the responsibilities and job description for the AmeriCorps VISTA position at City of Huntington?
The City of Huntington is looking to hire an Americorps/VISTA employee. This is a full-time, paid position with educational stipends and other assistance.
The VISTA employee will report to the Planning and Development Department and assist with community and economic development initiatives. Some of these initiatives include:
1. Assess community and economic programs and resources within the City to identify strengths/weaknesses that would impact agencies and residents.
2. Developing strategies, benchmarks and programs to assist the community in various facets such as housing, infrastructure, community centers, educational programs, resource development and many other duties.
3. Grant and resource research development to assist neighborhood alliances and associations that will strengthen communities and communicate programs and agency information to benefit area residents.
4. Assist with connectivity between agencies and residents to utilize resources/programs more effectively.
For more information, please contact Ben Newhouse, City of Huntington, at (304) 696-5540, ext. 2101 or (681-279-1711.
The City of Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location
Salary : $26,700 - $33,800
