Las Vegas is recruiting 64 part-time AmeriCorps volunteers for city programs serving youth, families and neighborhoods. The positions run for 10 or 12 months and can include a stipend and education award for participants who meet program requirements and complete their service.
What\u2019s Available
The city is looking for 64 part-time adult AmeriCorps volunteers. Service commitments will run either 10 months or 12 months, depending on the position.
Types of AmeriCorps Roles
The open service roles are tied to city programs that work with children, teens, families and neighborhoods. Assignments may include youth education and leadership support, family resource navigation, technology training for young people ages 16 to 24, school-based academic and attendance support, pre-K outreach, community affairs events and workshops, and youth fire prevention education.
Applicant Requirements
Applicants must be at least 17 years old. They also must have a high school diploma or GED by the end of the service term and must be either a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident.
Stipend and Education Award
Benefits vary by position and successful completion of service. The city says participants may receive a stipend of up to $24,962 for a one-year term and an education award of up to $7,395 after completing the service year. Participants may also be eligible for federal student loan forbearance or deferment, along with training and professional development opportunities.
How to Apply or Learn More
The city is asking interested applicants to sign up for an informational session through its AmeriCorps interest form. For questions, applicants can email americorps@lasvegasnevada.gov or call 702-229-2609.
Key Facts
- The City of Las Vegas is recruiting 64 AmeriCorps volunteers for part-time adult positions.
- The service terms are 10 months or 12 months.
- Applicants must be at least 17 years old, have a high school diploma or GED by the end of the term, and be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
- Positions support youth education, family resource navigation, technology training, school support, pre-K outreach, community affairs, and fire prevention education.
- Benefits can include a stipend of up to $24,962 and an education award of up to $7,395, depending on the position and completion of service.
- The city is directing interested applicants to sign up for an informational session and contact the AmeriCorps program for more information.