Community Engagement Specialist

About the Role

This is a full-time ACC AmeriCorps position with Rebuilding Together Howard County.

The American Connection Corps (ACC), an AmeriCorps program of Lead For America (LFA), is a service fellowship program aimed at helping communities build the digital connectivity necessary to expand opportunity and economic mobility. ACC Members serve with locally-rooted organizations, helping address the digital divide and strengthen access to opportunity.

Rebuilding Together Howard County's mission is Repairing Homes, Revitalizing Communities, and Rebuilding Lives in Howard County, Maryland. They mobilize skilled contractors and volunteers to provide critical home repairs for low-income residents.

The Member will support the staff-led expansion of volunteer engagement initiatives at Rebuilding Together Howard County, contributing to their capacity to connect their community of 2,000+ volunteers to meaningful service opportunities year-round.

Key Responsibilities

• Volunteer Portal Support: Assist with research, content development, and user feedback collection to support the development of a digital volunteer engagement portal.
• Volunteer Outreach & Communication Support: Assist with drafting and distributing volunteer communications, including newsletters, email updates, and social media content.
• Volunteer Engagement Research: Help collect and compile information on volunteer interests, skills, and availability.
• Technology Assistance Support: Provide basic technology assistance to homeowner applicants experiencing digital barriers while navigating the organization's online intake process (approximately 5-10% of service time).
• Event Support: Assist with the planning, preparation, and implementation of volunteer appreciation events, volunteer orientation sessions, and community engagement activities.
• Data Collection & Reporting: Collect and compile service-related data on volunteer engagement activities and participation.
• Community Network Participation: Attend local nonprofit network meetings, Howard County Chamber events, and other community gatherings to provide information about volunteer opportunities.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Skills:
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Interest in gaining experience in community development or digital inclusion.
• Eligibility:
• Be a U.S. Citizen, National, or Lawful Permanent Resident.
• Hold a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Be 17 years of age or older by the start of service.
• Have not already served four (4) or more AmeriCorps State/National terms.
• Timeline: November 16th, 2026 - August 13th, 2027 (Full-time, ~40 hours/week, 1200 hours of service).

Qualifications

• Passion for community service and connecting neighbors to digital tools, skills, and opportunities.

Learning & Development Opportunities

• Week-long virtual orientation with the national cohort.
• Week-long, in-person national Winter Institute convening (travel, lodging, and per diem stipend covered).
• Twice-monthly virtual training on skills for service.
• Structured community listening tour.
• 1:1 support from a Lead For America Program Coordinator and twice-monthly peer pod meetings.
• Access to a national network of ACC Members, alumni, and community partners.

Benefits

• $23,300 living stipend (bi-weekly).
• $5,220 Segal Education Award through AmeriCorps.
• Healthcare coverage (if applicable).
• Access to childcare benefits.
• Student loan forbearance during the year of service.
• Fully-funded ACC Winter Institute.