Digital Outreach & Community Project Coordinator (Spring Green Community Library

Lead For America • Spring Green, WI

4d • $33,000 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time ACC AmeriCorps position with the Spring Green Community Library. The American Connection Corps (ACC), an AmeriCorps program of Lead For America (LFA), is a service fellowship program aimed at helping communities build the digital connectivity necessary to expand opportunity and economic mobility, ranging from healthcare access to quality employment. ACC Members spend a year serving with locally-rooted organizations, helping address the digital divide and strengthen access to opportunity. Through their service, they gain hands-on experience, build in-demand skills, and explore career pathways while making a tangible impact in their communities. The Spring Green Community Library's mission is, "As a community gathering place, we seek to welcome and support all people in their pursuit of knowledge and entertainment." The library is the municipal library of the Village of Spring Green (population 1,538). We also have a larger service area population of approximately 4,400 people. We are part of the consolidated River Valley School District, which also includes the communities of Plain, Lone Rock, and Arena, as well as various townships such as Wyoming, Franklin, and Arena. While this position would be hosted by our library, it would serve the entire River Valley School District area and the ACC member would provide tech help in the other libraries in our area, located in Plain and Lone Rock, and in the village of Arena. The Digital Outreach & Community Project Coordinator would provide tech help services for the public, both on a drop-in basis and by appointment. They would support staff in providing technology help and guidance to organizations within the community. They would also assist staff with coordinating and supporting a committee that advises the tech help project. All activities will be conducted under the guidance and supervision of staff. Additionally, they would assist staff with coordinating and supporting a committee that advises the tech help project. This is an AmeriCorps State/National service position. ACC Members are not employees of the host site, partner organizations, or AmeriCorps. The position is intended to provide meaningful community service and build community capacity through digital inclusion efforts.

Requirements

• Be a U.S. Citizen, National, or Lawful Permanent Resident.
• Hold a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Be 17 years of age or older by the start of service.
• Have not already served four (4) or more AmeriCorps State/National terms.
• Passion for community service and connecting your neighbors to the digital tools, skills, and opportunities they need to thrive.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Interest in gaining experience in community development or digital inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Conduct training sessions for individuals and small groups, tailored to diverse needs and skill levels.
• Staff drop-in technology help sessions under the guidance and supervision of staff.
• Conduct one-on-one technology help appointments for community members as requested.
• Assist staff with developing and implementing project plans and timelines, including sustainability planning activities for the service.
• Recruit interested community members to the project team.
• Engage with libraries, schools, nonprofits, and local agencies to extend the reach of provided services.
• Identify community needs and provide feedback to inform program development.
• Track service activities, participation, and community engagement data to support program evaluation and reporting efforts.

Benefits

• A $33,000 living stipend (dispersed bi-weekly over the course of the service term)
• A $7,395 Segal Education Award through AmeriCorps, which can be applied to education-related expenses after the program concludes (including repayment of qualifying student loans).
• Healthcare coverage (if applicable).
• Access to childcare benefits.
• Student loan forbearance during your year of service.
• Fully-funded ACC Winter Institute druing the year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED