AmeriCorps Program Specialist

Provides guidance, monitoring, and technical support to ensure that Utah State AmeriCorps programs meet federal funding agency guidance, regulatory and legislative requirements. Perform specialized administrative duties required to support the specific program area; in consultation with program manager, making judgments based on state and federal guidelines. Respond to and initiate inquiries, answer questions, and independently resolve problems whenever feasible; communicate Commission policy and procedures to program organizations and service communities. Coordinate training plans and schedules, design, development and delivery of training presentations Review pre-contract documents provided by programs and prepare draft contracts in coordination with the program manager. Perform risk assessments, desk reviews, and site monitoring visits as required by policy. Review, troubleshoot, and process requests for reimbursement from sub-grantees. Compose and/or prepare correspondence, memoranda, promotional materials, forms, newsletters, manuals, and reports using appropriate word processing and spreadsheet tools. Maintain a tracking/monitoring system to meet federal grant compliance requirements. Complete research on best practices; collect data, analyze and develop reports. Review and maintain statistical information on program performance; supports ongoing AmeriCorps evaluation and system improvement processes. Market and communicate AmeriCorps programs and UServeUtah initiatives to the public. Support event planning and make logistical arrangements as needed for program meetings and larger events. Cultivate relationships with program staff, build rapport, and maintain high levels of communication. Perform other duties as required to support the mission and function of the agency.