Description
WHO WE ARE & POSITION OVERVIEW
CivicSpark is an award-winning and evidence-based AmeriCorps program in which Fellows focus on planning and policy support to build local government and community capacity to address resilience challenges and create lasting impact in communities across the United States. In 2024-25, we will offer fellowships in the following 15 states and territories (pending approval*): Arkansas*, Alabama*, California, Colorado, Florida*, Georgia*, Hawaii*, Louisiana*, Mississippi*, North Carolina*, Puerto Rico*, South Carolina*, Tennessee*, Virginia* and Washington state.
CivicSpark Fellows will focus on projects in partnership with local governments, such as:
Climate mitigation, adaptation, and decarbonization
Water policy and management
Affordable housing and sustainable mobility
Community engagement and planning
Equity and environmental justice
While projects vary, Fellows can expect to work on tasks, including research, meeting facilitation, community outreach, data collection and analysis, and report writing. Fellows will also lead volunteer engagement projects and attend regular training to build professional and technical skills. Fellows will complete their service year with a strong understanding of working with local governments as well as experience in using critical tools used in the local government and/or non-profit space.
Fellows are spread regionally throughout the states and territories listed above. Each region has a Regional Coordinator who oversees the various Fellows in their area, providing guidance, mentorship, and support for the Fellows’ professional development goals. Site Supervisors are the Fellows’ on-site contacts, who work with Fellows on a day-to-day basis, assist in project work, and support the Fellows’ professional growth in the workplace.
Check out upcoming projects on our website! We will continue to update our projects page as new projects are approved.
DEI STATEMENT
CivicWell is an equal opportunity employer and celebrates diversity. CivicWell is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all fellows and employees. The CivicSpark program's commitment to diversity and inclusion can be found in our Racial Equity Action Plan on our website.
WHO WE ARE & POSITION OVERVIEW
CivicSpark is an award-winning and evidence-based AmeriCorps program in which Fellows focus on planning and policy support to build local government and community capacity to address resilience challenges and create lasting impact in communities across the United States. In 2024-25, we will offer fellowships in the following 15 states and territories (pending approval*): Arkansas*, Alabama*, California, Colorado, Florida*, Georgia*, Hawaii*, Louisiana*, Mississippi*, North Carolina*, Puerto Rico*, South Carolina*, Tennessee*, Virginia* and Washington state.
CivicSpark Fellows will focus on projects in partnership with local governments, such as:
Climate mitigation, adaptation, and decarbonization
Water policy and management
Affordable housing and sustainable mobility
Community engagement and planning
Equity and environmental justice
While projects vary, Fellows can expect to work on tasks, including research, meeting facilitation, community outreach, data collection and analysis, and report writing. Fellows will also lead volunteer engagement projects and attend regular training to build professional and technical skills. Fellows will complete their service year with a strong understanding of working with local governments as well as experience in using critical tools used in the local government and/or non-profit space.
Fellows are spread regionally throughout the states and territories listed above. Each region has a Regional Coordinator who oversees the various Fellows in their area, providing guidance, mentorship, and support for the Fellows’ professional development goals. Site Supervisors are the Fellows’ on-site contacts, who work with Fellows on a day-to-day basis, assist in project work, and support the Fellows’ professional growth in the workplace.
Check out upcoming projects on our website! We will continue to update our projects page as new projects are approved.
DEI STATEMENT
CivicWell is an equal opportunity employer and celebrates diversity. CivicWell is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all fellows and employees. The CivicSpark program's commitment to diversity and inclusion can be found in our Racial Equity Action Plan on our website.
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Living Allowance
$2727
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$3090 monthly
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Living allowance, Stipend, Student loan forbearance, Training
Additional Benefits
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION
Between $30,00 to $34,000 Living Allowance based on location:
$34,000 in California, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, northern Virginia (DC region) and Washington state
$30,000 in Arkansas, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee, and parts of Virginia outside the DC region
$7,395 Segal Education Award
California for All Award (California-Based full-time Fellows Only)*
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food assistance
Student loan forbearance
Qualifies for time served toward Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Health insurance
Child care assistance
Professional development training
Professional Network development
CivicSpark and AmeriCorps alumni support
*For Fellows serving as Full-Time Fellows (serving 1700 total hours) only. Pending State approval.
Education Requirements
Associates Degree (AA)
Desired Certifications or Qualifications
WHAT YOU CAN BRING
AmeriCorps Requirements:
Be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States*
Ability to pass FBI, state, and NSOPW background checks prior to service
CivicSpark Requirements:
Minimum of a 2-year AA degree from an accredited college or university
Commitment to the full term of service (11 months, 1,700 + hours)
Ability to work in a professional setting
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Preferred Qualifications:
A degree in a related field, such as environmental sciences/studies, urban planning, public policy, etc.
*Although a degree in a related field may be leveraged to support project completion, it is not required to participate in the program
One year of relevant experience including volunteer, internship, or work experience supporting project-related tasks including:
Past service experience (e.g., volunteering, community service, etc.)
Experience with, or training in, outreach, facilitation, and/or education
Experience with project implementation
Comfort with quantitative work, including data collection and analysis
Being local to the community you will serve in
Desired Languages
English
Other Conditions
Permits attendance at school during off hours
Subject to criminal background check