Note: This is a full-time ACC AmeriCorps position with the Troy Resilience Project.

About the American Connection Corps:

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, ranging from healthcare access to quality employment.

ACC Members spend a year serving with locally-rooted organizations, helping address the digital divide and strengthen access to opportunity. Through their service, they gain hands-on experience, build in-demand skills, and explore career pathways while making a tangible impact in their communities.

About the Troy Resilience Project.

Troy Resilience Project is a non-profit family resource center serving Pike and Bullock Counties in Alabama. We are dedicated to strengthening the resilience of children and families by using an evidence-based, skill-building approach. We believe resilience can be taught, learned, and practiced. Through trauma-informed therapeutic interventions, parent education, social-emotional learning, high-quality childcare, resource connection, and case management, we equip families with the tools they need to thrive

Position Overview

The AmeriCorps Member will support the Troy Resilience Project's staff-led efforts to increase access to essential resources for children and families throughout the community. Under the guidance, supervision, and direction of program staff, the Member will assist with community outreach, volunteer engagement, care closet support, resource organization, and community service activities that strengthen the organization's capacity to serve families. The Member will contribute to creating a welcoming environment for volunteers and families while helping expand community awareness of available resources and services.

All activities performed by the AmeriCorps Member will occur under the guidance, supervision, and direction of host site staff and within the approved AmeriCorps position description and program scope.

Key Responsibilities

The ACC Member will:

• Support staff with maintaining and organizing the agency's Care Closet by assisting with inventory organization, stocking shelves, sorting donated items, and preparing resources for distribution to support approved service activities.
• Assist staff with supporting volunteer opportunities by helping schedule volunteers, preparing volunteer materials, supporting volunteer orientations, and communicating volunteer needs under staff direction.
• Support community donation drives by assisting with approved planning and logistical support activities, organizing collection efforts, and helping prepare donated items for distribution.
• Assist with community outreach efforts by sharing information about available resources, programs, volunteer opportunities, and community events.
• Help prepare materials, supplies, and resource packets for families participating in agency programs and community events.
• Assist staff with organizing community events, family engagement activities, and volunteer service projects.
• Collect and compile service-related information, such as volunteer participation, donated items received, and resources distributed, and share summaries with staff for review and approved reporting purposes.
• Help maintain organized records related to Care Closet inventory, volunteer participation, and community donations under staff supervision and in accordance with established program procedures.
• Welcome volunteers and community partners during service activities and assist staff in providing orientation materials and logistical support.
• Observe community needs and share recommendations and observations with staff to support continuous improvement of services.
• Participate in required AmeriCorps trainings, service activities, and host site meetings.
• Contribute to additional capacity-building projects and community service activities that are consistent with the approved AmeriCorps position description, program scope, and Member responsibilities, as assigned by supervising staff and in alignment with AmeriCorps guidelines and allowable service activities.

The Member serves in a direct service and capacity-building role and may not supervise staff or volunteers, independently manage programs or partnerships, engage in fundraising or grant writing activities, or perform duties that duplicate, displace, or supplant employees or contractors.

Learning & Development Opportunities

As an ACC Member, you will receive structured training and support throughout your service year, including: 

• A two-week-long virtual orientation with the national cohort to kick off the service year.
• A week-long, in-person national Winter Institute convening with your ACC cohort — travel, lodging, and a per diem stipend are fully covered.
• Twice-monthly virtual training on skills for service, including project management, asset-based community development, grant writing, and serving vulnerable populations, plus self-paced curricula with opportunities to earn badges and credentials.
• A structured community listening tour at the start of service to understand local needs, assets, and opportunities.
• Dedicated 1:1 support from a Lead For America Program Coordinator and twice-monthly peer pod meetings for networking and professional development.
• Access to a national network of ACC Members, alumni, and community partners.

Requirements

• Passion for community service and connecting your neighbors to the digital tools, skills, and opportunities they need to thrive.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• 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:

We are currently recruiting Members to serve from September 8th, 2026 - August 13th, 2027. Members will serve full-time (approximately 40 hours per week), completing 1700 hours of service over the course of the term.

Application Process:

1. Submit Your Application: Complete the application on the next page to join our general talent pool.
2. Host Site Review: Our host site organization will review your application, and invite those moving forward to interview.
3. Lead For America Interview: Finalist candidates will be invited to interview with the Lead For America team.

Benefits

Full-time ACC Members receive: 

• A $33,000 living stipend (dispersed bi-weekly over the course of the service term)
• A $7,395 Segal Education Award through AmeriCorps, which can be applied to education-related expenses after the program concludes (including repayment of qualifying student loans).
• Healthcare coverage (if applicable).
• Access to childcare benefits.
• Student loan forbearance during your year of service.
• Fully-funded ACC Winter Institute druing the year.

Non-Discrimination

This institution operates in accordance with Federal and AmeriCorps civil rights and non-discrimination requirements. This program is available to all. All program documents, including compliance history information, may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact us at [email protected]

Note: The ACC program does not offer part-time or remote member positions at this time.