West Virginia Community Development Hub
AmeriCorps, Charleston, WV, United States
Overview
THRIVE Corps, The Hub's VISTA program, centers the belief that Teamwork and Hope for Remarkable Innovators creates Vibrant Economies. When communities THRIVE, we all THRIVE. Joining THRIVE Corps as a VISTA Leader will give you a front seat to developing the next generation of Central Appalachia's Economic Development workforce, as we partner with rural communities and small organizations to end generational poverty in West Virginia. This role will also support work of The Hub to celebrate local leaders and the role they play in building their community's economy.
Member Duties
Build sustainable processes to improve VISTA recruitment and retention at The Hub.
Assess the pilot summer associate program and streamline procedures for data and report collection.
Assist the Program Manager with recruitment by managing relationships with university career services, academic departments, and local community partners to identify potential members.
Serve as a mentor for members across WV, facilitate monthly check-ins and develop customized trainings for both in-person and online delivery based on member needs.
Coordinate service projects for National Days of Service and other AmeriCorps initiatives.
Collaborate with Hub Leadership Programs on longitudinal learning projects to inform future direction of individual leadership development programming.
Program Benefits
Training
Education award upon successful completion of service
Living Allowance
Health Coverage
Childcare assistance if eligible
Relocation Allowance
Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/.
Terms
Permits working at another job during off hours
Car recommended
Permits attendance at school during off hours
Service Areas
Community and Economic Development
Skills
Leadership
Communications
Fund raising/Grant Writing
Non-Profit Management
Counseling
Community Organization
General Skills
Team Work
Writing/Editing
Computers/Technology
Business/Entrepreneur
Public Speaking
Recruitment
Program Details
Program Type: AmeriCorps VISTA Leaders
Program: West Virginia Community Development Hub
Program Start/End Date: 05/11/2026 - 05/10/2027
Work Schedule: Full Time
Education Level: High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement: Minimum 18, Maximum None
Program Locations: WEST VIRGINIA
Languages: English
Application Period
Accepting Applications: From 03/26/2026 To 04/30/2026
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THRIVE Corps, The Hub's VISTA program, centers the belief that Teamwork and Hope for Remarkable Innovators creates Vibrant Economies. When communities THRIVE, we all THRIVE. Joining THRIVE Corps as a VISTA Leader will give you a front seat to developing the next generation of Central Appalachia's Economic Development workforce, as we partner with rural communities and small organizations to end generational poverty in West Virginia. This role will also support work of The Hub to celebrate local leaders and the role they play in building their community's economy.
Member Duties
Build sustainable processes to improve VISTA recruitment and retention at The Hub.
Assess the pilot summer associate program and streamline procedures for data and report collection.
Assist the Program Manager with recruitment by managing relationships with university career services, academic departments, and local community partners to identify potential members.
Serve as a mentor for members across WV, facilitate monthly check-ins and develop customized trainings for both in-person and online delivery based on member needs.
Coordinate service projects for National Days of Service and other AmeriCorps initiatives.
Collaborate with Hub Leadership Programs on longitudinal learning projects to inform future direction of individual leadership development programming.
Program Benefits
Training
Education award upon successful completion of service
Living Allowance
Health Coverage
Childcare assistance if eligible
Relocation Allowance
Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/.
Terms
Permits working at another job during off hours
Car recommended
Permits attendance at school during off hours
Service Areas
Community and Economic Development
Skills
Leadership
Communications
Fund raising/Grant Writing
Non-Profit Management
Counseling
Community Organization
General Skills
Team Work
Writing/Editing
Computers/Technology
Business/Entrepreneur
Public Speaking
Recruitment
Program Details
Program Type: AmeriCorps VISTA Leaders
Program: West Virginia Community Development Hub
Program Start/End Date: 05/11/2026 - 05/10/2027
Work Schedule: Full Time
Education Level: High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement: Minimum 18, Maximum None
Program Locations: WEST VIRGINIA
Languages: English
Application Period
Accepting Applications: From 03/26/2026 To 04/30/2026
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