NCC Recruitment Coordinator

Position Description:  The Nevada Conservation Corps [NCC] Recruitment Coordinator’s primary duty’s are aspects of program outreach, recruitment, on-boarding, and administration of the AmeriCorps program. This position works closely with the NCC Program Director and Compliance Manager to support all aspects of AmeriCorps compliance as it relates to policies and procedures, paperwork/file processing, participation tracking, and reporting for the Great Basin Institute’s [GBI] NCC AmeriCorps program. 

Essential Job Functions may include the following or other duties as assigned:

• Advertise and market all available volunteer and employment opportunities via GBI’s website, on-line job boards, newspapers, social media outlets, posters, public presentations, job fairs, community events, etc.
• Develop and maintain relationships with colleges/universities, professional societies, non-governmental organizations, and other sources to maintain program visibility for potential candidates.
• Screen, interview, complete reference checks, and conduct federal and state background checks for up to 175 AmeriCorps volunteer positions
• Lead weekly outreach & recruitment meetings to provide regular updates to GBI senior leadership on the status of program recruitment efforts.
• Generate, distribute, collect, file, and monitor submission for all required AmeriCorps volunteer paperwork.
• Assist with program and organizational reporting.
• Perform other tasks/ projects as assigned.
• Promoting effective communication.
• Performing related duties as required or directed by management.
• Maintaining a safe and clean work environment.
• Maintaining professional and courteous appearance and demeanor.

Contract Timeline:
Location:Based at GBI offices in Reno, NV The “Biggest Little City in the World” the greater Reno-Sparks metropolitan area has a population of over 435,000. The city is a high desert landscape ~4,500 feet above sea level, at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains along the Truckee River, as it flows from Lake Tahoe to Pyramid Lake. Weather is mild, but with distinct four seasons. Reno offers easy access to world-class outdoor recreation including driving distance to Yosemite and Death Valley National Parks, the Pacific Ocean, and California redwood forests. Closer to home, Nevada offers more natural hot springs than any other state in the country, over 150 named
mountain ranges, and 30 peaks over 11,000 feet. Recreation and entertainment includes eight major ski resorts in proximity to the Reno-Tahoe airport; fishing and boating on Lake Tahoe, the Truckee River, and Pyramid Lake; cultural festivals throughout the summer along the banks of the Truckee River; a thriving food scene and more.

Compensation and Benefits: Salary range is $19.76 – $21.50 hourly, DOE. In addition to a competitive base salary, this full-time, onsite position includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as mental health support resources, 401(k) retirement savings with up to 4% GBI match, competitive PTO accrual, paid holidays (10 per year), and family leave. Total compensation package range is $47,500 – $51,000 per year, DOE. This exciting role contributes to GBI’s significant positive impacts within the fields of environmental research, education, and conservation.

Job Qualifications:

Requirements/Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily carry out each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s Degree or certification in Human Resource Management preferred
• One year of work experience with Conservation Corps or in the non-profit sector preferred.
• Experience with AmeriCorps or community volunteer management is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills, detailed oriented, and highly motivated to seek continuous improvement.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Applicant Tracking and Human Resource Information Systems.
• Possess a clean, valid, state-issued driver’s license
• Willingness and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic office environment, and to consistently enact high performance standards and a strong work and team ethic in support of the goals and objectives of GBI.
• Meet requirements of federal agency security background checks (e.g., FBI criminal and National Sex Offender Public Registry, Department of Interior Security Screening).
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly and in a calm and pleasant manner.
• High level of organization and attention to detail with demonstrated field and leadership skills.
• Effective problem solving skills and ability to share skills and knowledge with others.
• Ability to read and write checklists, reports, and correspondence.  Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, memos, etc.
• Ability to analyze and perform complex computations with reasonable speed and accuracy. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all applicable units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, stand, walk, bend, and have specific vision abilities to include close and distance vision, and ability to adjust focus working with computer business equipment and other job/industry specific equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually low.

The overall nature of the position is sedentary, requiring little physical effort and occasional light exertion. There is occasional exposure to environmental conditions such as heat, cold, and temperature changes.

Nevada Conservation Corps (NCC), a Program of The Great Basin Institute: 

Established in 1999 as a federally-funded AmeriCorps program, NCC is a vital component of the Great Basin Institute’s efforts in conservation. This 21st-century service corps harnesses the enthusiasm and dedication of youth and volunteers for resource management, focusing on land restoration and conservation internships. NCC offers extensive professional development opportunities for those seeking careers in conservation and land management. Celebrating diversity, the NCC assembles members and staff from varied backgrounds to effectively address the needs of Nevada’s public lands and communities. It provides a platform for students and emerging professionals to make impactful contributions to the preservation of Nevada’s natural heritage, while also gaining invaluable experience in the field of natural resource management.

The Great Basin Institute (GBI): 

Founded in 1998 at the University of Nevada, the Great Basin Institute is a leading interdisciplinary field studies organization, fostering environmental research, education, and service throughout the West. GBI specializes in applied research to support science-based management of public lands and is fervently committed to the promotion of scientific understanding through its field studies, conservation efforts, and public outreach. GBI is home to numerous influential programs, including the Nevada Conservation Corps, International Conservation Volunteer Exchange, Research Associate Program, Cultural Resource Program, Basin & Range Forestry, NEPA Services, Ecological Monitoring Program, and oversees visitor centers at Taylor Creek, Galena Creek, and the Tallac Historic Site, thereby expanding its reach and impact in safeguarding the region’s natural and cultural heritage.

Disclaimer: Although the Company has attempted to accurately and thoroughly describe this position, the Company reserves the right to change the same, including to change, add to or subtract from the duties outlined, within the sole discretion of the Company, at any time, with or without advance notice.