Learning Network Development and Expansion Support Member (Dakota Resources) ACC

Lead For America•Sioux Falls, SD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The American Connection Corps (ACC), an AmeriCorps program of Lead For America, is a service fellowship that helps communities build digital connectivity and expand access to opportunity and economic mobility. ACC Members serve with locally rooted organizations, gaining hands-on experience while helping address the digital divide. Dakota Resources, Inc. works to connect capital and leadership capacity to empower rural communities. Under the guidance, supervision, and direction of Dakota Resources staff, the AmeriCorps Member will support capacity-building efforts for the launch of Thriverr 2.0, a learning and action network serving 60 to 80 rural community and economic development leaders. The Member will assist with the transition to the updated online platform, coordination of AI-based connectivity tools, and outreach to resource partners. These efforts will help small-town leaders collaborate and access relevant programs and resources. The position is a full-time ACC AmeriCorps service term running December 7, 2026, through August 13, 2027. Members serve approximately 40 hours per week and complete 1,200 service hours over the term. Members receive structured training, supervision, and professional development throughout the service year.

Requirements

Be a U.S. Citizen, National, or Lawful Permanent Resident.
Hold a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
Be at least 17 years old by the start of service.
Have served fewer than four AmeriCorps State/National terms.
Have a passion for community service and connecting neighbors to digital tools, skills, and opportunities.
Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Be able to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Nice To Haves

Interest in gaining experience in community development or digital inclusion.

Responsibilities

Assist staff with coordinating and supporting the staff-led transition to the Thriverr 2.0 online platform.
Help organize, maintain, and update resources and materials embedded within AI-based connectivity tools under staff direction.
Support collaboration among 60 to 80 rural community and economic development leaders through virtual and in-person meetings, learning activities, and resource sharing.
Support staff-led outreach by identifying, connecting with, and engaging prospective resource partners and helping maintain ongoing communications and resource-sharing activities. Target: help identify 2 to 3 prospective partners per month.
Help develop and maintain a shared resource-provider knowledge base by gathering, organizing, tagging, and preparing partner-contributed resources and supporting database content under staff direction. Target: help add 100 resources over the term. This work is shared with the AI Adoption and Capacity-Building Support Member.
Collect and compile service-related data, participant feedback, and activity summaries for staff review, program evaluation, and continuous improvement.
Assist staff with organizing virtual meetings, training sessions, and in-person network events.
Participate in regular supervision meetings with the Site Supervisor to discuss service activities, share observations, receive guidance, and ensure activities align with the approved AmeriCorps position description and organizational priorities.

Benefits

A $23,300 living stipend, dispersed bi-weekly over the service term.
A $5,220 Segal Education Award through AmeriCorps, applicable to education-related expenses after the program, including repayment of qualifying student loans.
Healthcare coverage, if applicable.
Access to childcare benefits.
Student loan forbearance during the service year.
Fully funded ACC Winter Institute, including travel, lodging, and a per diem stipend.
Two-week virtual orientation with the national cohort.
Twice-monthly virtual training, self-paced curricula, and opportunities to earn badges and credentials.
A structured community listening tour at the start of service.
Dedicated one-on-one support from a Lead For America Program Coordinator and twice-monthly peer pod meetings.
Access to a national network of ACC Members, alumni, and community partners.