COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF THE HEART OF TEXAS POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT TITLE: AmeriCorps VISTA REPORTS TO: Resource Development Coordinator SUMMARY VISTA members will work as a team to assist with developing resources and marketing in the organization through multiple means such as: grant writing, fundraising, securing in-kind donations, networking and building partnerships. Each member contract will begin November 4, 2014 and end on November 7, 2015. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES VISTA members will fund raise, manage donor relationships, track donations, build support for CIS-HOT programs, write grants, engage community stakeholders, assist in coordinating fundraising events, and grow in-kind donations. VISTAs will receive a wide variety of training opportunities and utilize various technologies to accomplish tasks. Must be able to attend a mandatory out-of-town training November 4-7. All expenses paid. EDUCATION Must be at least 18 years of age. Some college credit hours preferred. EXPERIENCE Must have working knowledge of basic computer software. Knowledge of multimedia outlets a plus. Prior experience working in a nonprofit setting a plus. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to function in a diverse job environment. Ability to assess job tasks, prioritize and manage work efficiently. COMPENSATION Modest Living Allowance, Education Award upon completion of the contract, Health coverage, Job Training, Childcare assistance if eligible. Respond by submitting an application through www.my.americorps.gov. For more information contact Venée Hummel at vhummel@cis-hot.org or by clicking on “Service Listings” at www.my.americorps.gov. Equal Opportunity Employer