The Montana State University Office of Student Engagement aims to create opportunities for MSU students to engage with the student body and community. Through programs, events, and community service, the Office of Student Engagement strives to empower students and generate leaders on campus, in the community, and in life after college. The AmeriCorps member will serve as a College Coach to address retention and attainment by addressing student’s questions and concerns about moving off-campus. The AmeriCorps member will provide advising and resources around off-campus housing options including finding a roommate, property manager relations, and rental education.
Service Activities
As an AmeriCorps member, you will work with the Montana State University Office of Student Engagement to assist low-income students living off-campus. Specific activities targeting off-campus student assistance include hosting weekly advising hours (up to 20 hours per week), maintaining the College Pads website, maintaining a database of students seeking roommates, and hosting 2 events/programs that help students obtain the resources to move off campus. You will also help execute the Good Neighbor Program through attending monthly meetings, distributing information, and collaborating with the City of Bozeman. You will also consider relationships with landlords and Off-Campus Student life by meeting with local property management companies and hosting 2+ information sessions for landlords throughout the academic year. You will conduct targeted outreach and marketing to engage off-campus students in campus events. Learn more by visiting https://mtcompact.org/available-positions/
Community Need Addressed
off-campus housing, transportation and food security of college students at MSU
Position Outcomes
barriers to education like homelessness, lack of transportation and food insecurity will be lessened to support student success
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Living allowance, Non-competitive eligibility (federal jobs), Relocation allowance (if applicable), Stipend, Student loan forbearance, Training
This site provides grocery assistance, training, and wellness assistance. As an AmeriCorps College Coach, you are eligible for 10 Days of Personal Leave; 10 Days of Sick/Medical Leave; Professional development and training opportunities; Eligible for hiring preference with Employers of National Service; Access to My Life Expert member assistance program.
Skills you will gain
Communications
DEI Skills
Event Planning
Higher Education Administration
Leadership
Marketing
Negotiation
Partnership Management
Public Speaking
Teamwork
Time Management
Volunteer Management
Competencies You Will Develop
Communication
Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy, Lead group discussion, Listen to and consider others' viewpoints, Maintain open lines of communication with others, Speak clearly, in precise language and in a logical, organized and coherent manner, Turn taking, Write cleary and effectively
Creativity & Problem Solving
Able to identify and define the problem, Capable of generating possible solutions, Communicate the problem to appropriate personnel, Improvise, Provide relevant expertise, Select and implement well-considered solution
Teamwork
Derive consensus, Develop constructive working relationships and maintain them over time, Establish a high degree of trust and credibility with others, Interact professionally and respectfully with supervisors and co-workers, Stay positive and outcome oriented, Use appropriate strategies and solutions for dealing with conflicts and differences to maintain a smooth workflow
Decisions
Accepts responsibility, Anticipate the consequences of decisions, Identify and prioritize the key issues involved to facilitate the decision making process, Involve people appropriately in decisions that may impact them, Quickly respond with a back-up plan if a decision goes amiss
Tools
Carefully consider which tools or technological solutions are appropriate for a given job, Consistently choose the best tool or technological solution for the problem at hand, Operate tools and equipment in accordance with established operating procedures, safety standards, and ethical guidelines, Seek opportunities to improve knowledge of tools and technologies that may assist in streamlining work and improving productivity
Planning
Able to prioritize various competing tasks, Create environment of contribution, Create plan of action, schedule tasks so that work is completed on time, Demonstrate the effective allocation of time and resources efficiently, Drive decision making, Effectively delegate tasks, Facilitate group planning, Set goals
Service
Be pleasant, courteous, professional and respectful when dealing with internal and external customers or clients, Evaluate customer or client satisfaction, Honor the privilege of being able to work with and for those being served, Provide personalized, prompt, and efficient service to meet the requirements, requests and needs of customers, Recognize the importance of maintaining privacy and confidentiality of those being served, Understand and anticipate the needs of others, Understand the importance of one's role in the functioning of the organization, Understand the significance of maintaining a healthful and safe environment