Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) Director

Algona; Estherville (IA); On-site; USD 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa Lakes Community College seeks a full-time RSVP Project Director to oversee Northwest Iowa RSVP operations. The successful candidate will bring strong organizational and communication skills, along with relevant experience in community service and grant management. This position is grant-funded and contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check.

Benefits

Paid sick leave

Vacation

Holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• Work experience in community service desired.
• Knowledge of national service programs preferred.
• Experience in grant management and non-profit management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and operation of the Northwest Iowa RSVP.
• Manage public relations and project compliance.
• Ensure program success contingent on effective leadership.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Judgment

Positive Attitude

Education

Associate Degree

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) Director

General Job Summary:
This is a full-time, 260-day grant-funded position with campus location to be determined upon hire. Under the general direction of AmeriCorps Seniors policy guidelines and sponsor, Iowa Lakes Community College, the RSVP Project Director oversees the development and day-to-day operation of the Northwest Iowa RSVP. The project director is responsible for public relations, for the project operation, and compliance. The successful candidate must be highly organized and demonstrate effective communication skills. Program success is contingent upon a Director who has a positive attitude, commitment to accuracy, and sound judgement. Occasional evening and/or weekend work required. Position is contingent upon continued grant funding and successful completion of a full FBI background check. Current program has been approved through March 31, 2027. New grant cycle has been every three years and Iowa Lakes has been the sponsor for the program since 1977.Required to travel utilizing personal vehicle. Must have valid driver’s license, good driving record, and provide proof of insurance.

Employment with Iowa Lakes Community College is dependent upon successful passage of a criminal background check. Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Minimum Qualifications:
Associate degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred. Work experience in community service, knowledge of national service programs, background in volunteer leadership, experience in grant management and familiarity with non-profit management is desired/preferred.

Salary: $47,035 for a 260-day contract

Benefits: Paid sick leave, vacation, and holidays. Employee health, dental, and vision insurance. Partially funded family insurance available. Employee life and disability insurance. Employee retirement plan.

Application Process:
The following items must be included in your application packet before it will be considered a complete application:

• Employment Application form
• Applicant Confidential Information form (This data is used to comply with government required affirmative action record keeping only and is not used for applicant screening purposes.)
• A letter addressing your qualifications for the position
• A resume
• A copy of transcripts, with originals due upon hiring

General Job Summary:
This is a full-time, 260-day grant-funded position with campus location to be determined upon hire. Under the general direction of AmeriCorps Seniors policy guidelines and sponsor, Iowa Lakes Community College, the RSVP Project Director oversees the development and day-to-day operation of the Northwest Iowa RSVP. The project director is responsible for public relations, for the project operation, and compliance. The successful candidate must be highly organized and demonstrate effective communication skills. Program success is contingent upon a Director who has a positive attitude, commitment to accuracy, and sound judgement. Occasional evening and/or weekend work required. Position is contingent upon continued grant funding and successful completion of a full FBI background check. Current program has been approved through March 31, 2027. New grant cycle has been every three years and Iowa Lakes has been the sponsor for the program since 1977.Required to travel utilizing personal vehicle. Must have valid driver’s license, good driving record, and provide proof of insurance.

Employment with Iowa Lakes Community College is dependent upon successful passage of a criminal background check. Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Minimum Qualifications:
Associate degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred. Work experience in community service, knowledge of national service programs, background in volunteer leadership, experience in grant management and familiarity with non-profit management is desired/preferred.

Salary: $47,035 for a 260-day contract

Benefits: Paid sick leave, vacation, and holidays. Employee health, dental, and vision insurance. Partially funded family insurance available. Employee life and disability insurance. Employee retirement plan.

Application Process:
The following items must be included in your application packet before it will be considered a complete application:

• Employment Application form
• Applicant Confidential Information form (This data is used to comply with government required affirmative action record keeping only and is not used for applicant screening purposes.)
• A letter addressing your qualifications for the position
• A resume
• A copy of transcripts, with originals due upon hiring

Only complete application packets will be considered for the position vacancy.

Position open until filled. Review of applications will begin June 23, 2025. View complete job description and application process at www.iowalakes.edu/employment . Contact Lynn Miller at [e-mail] or 712-362-0409. Iowa Lakes Community College, Human Resources, 19 South 7 th Street, Estherville, IA 51334. EEO/AA Employer

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