Serve as an AmeriCorps Volunteer in Toledo's Department of Housing and Community Development
The City of Toledo's Housing and Community Development Department is excited to announce opportunities for two dedicated individuals to serve as AmeriCorps volunteers. This is a unique opportunity to make a difference in Toledo while gaining valuable experience and skills in community development. Applicants do not have to currently be AmeriCorps Volunteers.
Position Details
- Volunteer Period: 11 months, starting early May 2024.
- Hours: Volunteers must complete 1700 hours of service
- Stipend: $21,000 for the duration of service
Additional Benefits
Healthcare Benefits
Volunteers receive healthcare benefits through LISC with a $0 premium.
Educational Award
Upon completion of 1700 hours, volunteers can receive an Educational Award of up to $6,895. This award can be used to pay federal student loans or for future educational endeavors.
Class Hours Conversion
College students, especially those majoring in fields such as Political Science or Public Administration, may be able to apply up to 20% of their class hours toward the 1700 service hours. Approval from DHCD is required.
Main Duties Include, but are not Limited to:
- Non-academic research
- Survey distribution and compilation
- Process mapping
- Form and document creation
- Data analysis using spreadsheets and formulas
- Data entry
- Community assessment
- Community resident engagement
- Assisting with planning and recruiting for community events
Why Serve with AmeriCorps?
- Be a Part of Something Bigger: Join a network of over 1 million AmeriCorps volunteers who are dedicated to making a difference in communities across America.
- Grow Personally and Professionally: Develop new skills and gain valuable experience that will benefit you in your future career endeavors.
Why Serve in Toledo
By becoming an AmeriCorps volunteer and working with the City of Toledo's Department of Housing and Community Development, you will have the chance to serve the residents of Toledo while making a meaningful impact on their lives. This is a twofold opportunity - not only will you be serving your community, but you will also be enhancing your own skills and gaining valuable working experience.
We're Excited to Have You
The Housing and Community Development Department is thrilled to welcome AmeriCorps volunteers to our team. We look forward to collaborating with passionate individuals who are dedicated to improving our community.
Proficiency in Excel is required for this position, making it an excellent opportunity to refine your skills in data analysis and management. Enrich your life by helping others and choose an opportunity that aligns with your passions as an AmeriCorps member.
“We are very excited to be having an AmeriCorps volunteer join our team. The City of Toledo, various community partners, and organizations are focusing tremendous efforts on revitalizing the HUD designated NRSA areas. As the NRSA Coordinator, the AmeriCorps volunteer will be assisting me with the gathering, recording, and reporting data about the activities taking place in the NRSAs,” Eric Scott, NRSA Coordinator, said.
“Their duties will also include the tracking warehouse or commercial properties, and disseminating information to various organizations and stakeholders. We are looking for this person to grow in their professional development and understanding federal and local programs available to citizens of Toledo.”
About AmeriCorps
AmeriCorps is the federal agency for national service and volunteerism, providing opportunities for Americans of all backgrounds to serve their country and address the nation’s most pressing challenges.
Apply Today
To apply for one of the two AmeriCorps volunteer positions with the City of Toledo's Housing and Community Development Department, please email Coleena Ali, Toledo's Manager of Tenant and Landlord Services at Coleena.Ali@toledo.oh.gov or call her at 419-245-1643. Applications close on April 24th.
Make a difference in Toledo - become an AmeriCorps volunteer today!