COT-Mobile County Community Development Specialist VISTA

Not found for 'AmeriCorps; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare assistance

Education Award or End of Service Stip

Health Coverage

Living Allowance

Relocation Allowance

Stipend

Training

AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits

Job summary

Communities of Transformation in Alabama seeks an AmeriCorps VISTA to design, implement, and oversee programs aimed at reducing poverty and improving economic opportunities in Mobile County. The role focuses on culturally appropriate strategies for the Hispanic community and close collaboration with local partners.

You will work full-time, gain hands-on experience in program development, and contribute to long-term community empowerment through data-driven planning and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Education level: Some college
• Languages: English and Spanish
• Age requirements: Minimum 18, no maximum

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and implement the COT-Mobile County Community Development Model in Mobile County.
• Establish strong relationships with partner organizations and families.
• Identify benchmarks aligned with short-term goals and measure progress.
• Collaborate with the team to process, evaluate, and launch programs.

Skills

Communications

Community Organization

Leadership

Public Speaking

Team Work

Education

Some college

Job description

The Community Development Specialist will focus on financial empowerment and poverty reduction, with a focus on playing a crucial role in designing, implementing, and overseeing programs aimed at improving economic opportunities, access to resources, and overall well-being within the community. The VISTA will work closely with community members, local organizations, and stakeholders. The VISTA will contribute to the development and execution of strategies that address the root causes of poverty and promote sustainable solutions that are culturally appropriate for the Hispanic community.

Member Duties

Gain a comprehensive understanding of the AmeriCorps VISTA and the Communities of Transformation model, well enough to teach others how it works. Serve as a key player in the planning, development, generation, and implementation of COT Model in Mobile County. Establish strong relationships with partner organizations and families by understanding constituent needs, the consumer experience, and organizational capabilities. Identify and implement benchmarks for strategies as aligned with the organization's short-term goals. Collaborate with the entire team to process, evaluate, and effectively launch program

Program Benefits

• Childcare assistance if eligible
• Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
• Health Coverage*
• Living Allowance
• Relocation Allowance
• Stipend
• Training
• For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/

Terms

• Car recommended
• Permits attendance at school during off hours
• Permits working at another job during off hours

Service Areas

• Community and Economic Development
• Community Outreach

Skills

• Communications
• Community Organization
• Leadership
• Public Speaking
• Team Work

Program Type

AmeriCorps VISTA

Program

COT-Mobile County Community Development Specialist VISTA

Program Start/End Date

10/19/2026 - 10/18/2027

Work Schedule

Full Time

Education level

Some college

Age Requirement

Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations

ALABAMA

Languages

• English
• Spanish

Accepting Applications

From 09/15/2026 To 12/31/2026

Contact

Katy Wrona

6215 Overlook Rd

Mobile AL 36618

2512891457

[e-mail]

communitiesoftransformation.org

Listing ID

130990