Position Information

The AmeriCorps member in this role will serve as the Administrative Assistant with Curly Me!. We are seeking a dynamic, organized, self-motivated, and culturally competent administrative coordinator willing to commit 14 hours a week to helping the organization accomplish our mission. The individual will work directly with the executive director and core volunteer leadership positions, enable consistently high quality experiences, and is essential to the success of this growing volunteer organization. If you have a desire to give back to your community, expand your skill set, and become part of a nationally recognized program, this role is for you!

Service Term and Benefits

This is an AmeriCorps position. AmeriCorps is a unique service opportunity. AmeriCorps members complete a term of service from March 2024 through February 2025. Members will serve a minimum of 675 hours during this time, approximately 14 hours per week. AmeriCorps members will receive a living allowance of $8,850 during their term of service. This living allowance will be paid bi-weekly. Additionally, upon successful completion of a term of service, AmeriCorps members will receive an education award of $2,626.

About the Organizations

Curly Me! is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to educate, empower and encourage Black girls between the ages of 5 and 14 and their families. As our state attracts families with Black girls, we work to make sure they have the tools and relationships they need to excel.

Thriving Utah is an AmeriCorps State program designed to support local nonprofits and public agencies in increasing their organizational capacity. Thriving Utah AmeriCorps members create and execute a capacity building plan tailored to their organization’s needs, services, and goals.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support executive director and core volunteer board members in executing strategy
• Facilitate board meetings, including minute-taking and coordinating training
• Create and maintain databases for donors, families, and volunteers; utilize Point App for tracking
• Produce monthly newsletters and manage email communications
• Handle inquiries from families, public, and press; manage donor responses
• Oversee volunteer coordination, including placement and tracking
• Coordinate university interns and assist with basic marketing efforts
• Manage social media, website updates, media events, and event coordination duties
• Support the coordination of, and attend, quarterly events

Skills and Qualifications

• At least a high school diploma or GED
• Over 18 years of age
• Culturally-competent communication skills
• Public relations skills, especially in social media
• Proficient with social media platforms including instagram, tiktok, facebook and basic website experience
• Proactive and flexible attitude understanding the changing needs of a growing organization

EEOC

AmeriCorps and Curly Me! provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants. Applications for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability.

Reasonable accommodations:

Thriving Utah is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for all individuals, including those with disabilities. It is the policy of Thriving Utah to comply with all federal and state laws concerning the employment of individuals with disabilities and to act in accordance with regulations. Furthermore, it is organizational policy not to discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities regarding application procedures, hiring, advancement, discharge, compensation, training, or other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the application or interview process, to perform essential position functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of this role, please contact Program Director Cassandra Wambach at or 585.747.0442.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Expected hours: 14 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Salt Lake City, UT 84111