Korbel AmeriCorps Affordable Housing Program Coordinator

University of Denver; Englewood (CO); Hybrid; USD 5,600 - 6,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly stipend

Segal Education Award

Internship credit

Leadership credential

Career development

Alumni hiring priority

Job summary

The Korbel AmeriCorps program at the City of Englewood seeks an Affordable Housing Program Coordinator to assist with organizing housing data, researching programs, and preparing materials supporting local affordability initiatives. The role offers hybrid work, and exposure to municipal policy and nonprofit management through Korbel School collaboration.

Responsibilities include coordinating meetings, compiling reports, and creating plain-language summaries for community stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Interest in affordable housing or public-sector service.
• Strong organizational and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with guidance and supervision.
• Commitment to equity and community impact.

Responsibilities

• Support organization and tracking of housing-related data and documentation.
• Assist with research and information gathering on housing programs and peer city practices.
• Prepare summaries, briefing materials, and plain-language content on affordable housing initiatives.
• Provide coordination and logistical support for meetings, trainings, and community engagement activities.
• Use standard office tools to complete tasks in a hybrid work environment.
• Attend in-person engagements at Englewood facilities as needed.

Skills

Interest in affordable housing

Strong organizational skills

Written communication

Public service motivation

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduate student at Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs (DU)

Job description

Korbel AmeriCorps Affordable Housing Program Coordinator at City of Englewood

Organization Overview

The City of Englewood is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for those we serve by providing superior services that support a vibrant and inclusive community, investing in our future through fiscally responsible decisions, and preserving our unique identity while welcoming new growth. Englewood’s core functions are organized around eight outcome areas identified in the City’s Strategic Plan: Safety, Infrastructure, Transportation, Economy, Governance, Community Engagement, Community Wellbeing, and Sustainability. Each outcome area includes goals shaped by resident input and supported by clearly defined projects designed to advance those goals.

Service Position Summary

This position reports to the City Manager’s Office and supports the Affordable Housing Program Manager through coordination, research, and implementation assistance. The Affordable Housing Program Coordinator assists with organizing information, tracking housing-related activities, and preparing materials that support the City’s affordable housing initiatives and long-range housing planning efforts. The position is designed to provide project-based, capacity-building support and exposure to municipal affordable housing policy and programs.

Benefits

• Receive a monthly stipend dependent on number of hours earned. For the 300-hour slot, receive $500 per month, for a total stipend of up to $3,000. For the 450-hour position, receive a monthly stipend of $562.50, for a total stipend of up to $4,500. The stipend is taxable and paid in equal increments every month throughout the term of service.
• Earn a Segal Education Award. For the 300-hour position, earn up to $1,565.08 upon successful completion of the term service. For the 450-hour position, earn up to $1,956.35 upon successful completion of term of service. This federal education award may be used to pay educational expenses at eligible post-secondary institutions or to repay qualified students loans.
• Internship credit from the Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs for completing service.
• Leadership in the Public Service Sector Quality Credential, a certificate recognized by the State of Colorado, by completing service and enrolling in an approved 4-credit course at the Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs on public administration and nonprofit management.
• Career and professional development opportunities, including training, mentorship, and networking opportunities.
• AmeriCorps alumni priority hiring with organizations that are part of Employers of National Service.

Essential Functions (Primary Responsibilities)

• Supporting organization and tracking of housing-related data and documentation for internal coordination and reporting.
• Assisting with research and information-gathering related to housing programs, policies, and peer city practices.
• Helping prepare summaries, briefing materials, and plain-language content related to affordable housing initiatives.
• Providing coordination and logistical support for meetings, internal learning activities, and community engagement efforts related to housing access.
• Use standard office and computer tools to complete service activities and collaborate in a hybrid service environment.
• Ability to serve in person at City of Englewood facilities as required.

Marginal Functions (Secondary Responsibilities)

• Occasional attendance at evening meetings or events related to housing initiatives
• Optional participation in internal learning opportunities, trainings, or presentations.
• Ability to attend occasional meetings or events outside standard business hours with advance notice.

Physical, Emotional, and Intellectual Demands

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods (research, writing, data entry)
• Ability to travel locally within Englewood for site visits, community events, and meetings
• Occasional lifting/carrying of event materials (e.g., tables, signage, handouts) for community engagement activities
• Ability to stand, walk, and engage with the public for extended periods during in-person events
• Capacity to engage thoughtfully and empathetically with community members discussing sensitive topics related to housing insecurity and affordability
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and deadlines with general supervision
• Comfort engaging with diverse stakeholders, including residents, city staff, and community partners

Required Qualifications

• Interest in affordable housing, community development, or public-sector service.
• Strong organizational and written communication skills.
• Ability to serve independently with guidance and supervision.
• Commitment to equity, public service, and community impact.
• At least 17 years old at start of service.
• Must be a high school graduate, GED recipient, or working toward attaining a high school diploma or GED during the term of service. Members must obtain either a diploma or GED before using an education award.
• Must be a currently enrolled graduate student at the Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs at the University of Denver.
• Be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States.
• Able to pass a National Service Criminal History Check (state, FBI, and National Sex Offender Public Website checks) per 45 CFR 2540.202.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework or experience related to housing policy, urban planning, public policy, or community development.
• Experience with research, data organization, or information synthesis.
• Familiarity with local government, nonprofit, or community-based organizations.

Time Commitment

AmeriCorps members may communicate with supervisors to choose between two service positions, 450 hours and 300 hours.

The 450-hour service position (approximately 15 hours/week) begins on January 4, 2027, and ends August 31, 2027. This position will dedicate approximately 350 hours to service, 30 hours developing leadership skills through classroom instruction, and 70 hours in trainings and community-building activities.

The 300-hour service position (approximately 15 hours/week) begins on January 4, 2027, and ends June 30, 2027. This position will dedicate 225 hours to service, 30 hours developing leadership skills through classroom instruction, and 45 hours in trainings and community-building activities.

The member will serve approximately 15 hours per week, scheduled flexibly within the standard service window of Monday - Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, in coordination with the member's supervisor and class schedule. This is a hybrid position, with the expectation that the member will serve in person at the Englewood Civic Center as needed for meetings and coordination. Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required to support community engagement events (e.g., housing workshops, homebuyer education sessions) with advance notice provided whenever possible.

Training and Support

Korbel AmeriCorps members will receive training and experience in the public service sector, community engagement, and program implementation. Up to 20% of total hours served may be spent in applicable approved trainings. Korbel AmeriCorps members will complete a 4-credit course at the Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs on public administration and nonprofit management, which will count towards training hours. Members will also have an opportunity to participate in group community service days.

Location

This position is based at the City of Englewood office, located at 1000 Englewood Pkwy, Englewood, CO 80110.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Statement

The City of Englewood is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. The City of Englewood prohibits unlawful discrimination against any applicant for employment, any employee, or any other covered person on the basis of age (40 and over), color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, race, creed, religion, ancestry, military status, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. The City of Englewood will take affirmative action to ensure that the EEO Policy is enforced, with particular regard to: advertising, application procedures, compensation, demotion, employment, fringe benefits, job assignment, job classification, layoff, leave, promotion, recruitment, rehire, social activities, training, termination, transfer, upgrade, and working conditions.

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non-Discrimination-Statement.

Questions

Please direct questions about the Korbel AmeriCorps Program to Kristin Gjelsteen, Assistant Director for the Korbel AmeriCorps Program at [e-mail] or [e-mail], or questions about this position to Seth Brown, Affordable Housing Program Manager, [e-mail].