Member Development Associate
Vinton, Ia
Conducts research to identify learning and developmental resources. For example, workshops, on-line courses, brochures, websites. Maintains and disseminates reference and resource material and information.Serves as a point of contact for reference materials and other resources concerning: college admission, financial aid, college credit exams, career opportunities, resume' writing, and GED, GRE, and SAT requirements.Reviews Corps Member Individual Learning Plans and works with other Campus staff to assist Corps Members in the accomplishment of identified goals.Informs Corps Members on GED State requirements and, as necessary, handles all testing arrangements to include working with Headquarters Resource Managers to make sure adequate funds are available for testing purposes. As needed, connects Corps Members with on Campus resources to prepare for the test.Presents training on a variety of topics which may include: resume' writing, and interviewing techniques, workplace professionalism, social media awareness.Attends project close out meetings or group discussions with Corps Members who have recently completed a service project to identify the skills that were gained from having worked on the project and, based on that information, identify additional Corps Member development needs.Locates and coordinates external vendors to present life skills training on topics that might include subjects like: public speaking, job searching, diversity, conflict management, and budgeting.Provides logistical support for trainings and events and supports the Region's Assistant Program Director for Training with training schedules.Offers guidance with career planning and life skills to help ensure that Corps Members have viable post-service goals and plans for accomplishment.Reviews Corps Member draft resume's and suggests editorial or content changes.Provides administrative support activities like: preparing correspondence and maintaining tracking systems.