The Sitka AmeriCorps Program works to address the high rates of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) in rural Alaska by fostering strong developmental relationships with youth. Members support this mission through enrichment activities, academic assistance, mentoring, mental health support, and capacity building efforts. Members typically serve 36–40 hours per week in roles such as tutors, mentors, outreach workers, and community organizers. Members live in shared co-housing and help maintain a cooperative living environment. Up to 10% of service hours may be spent participating in community activities beyond the primary site—such as clubs, cultural events, tribal organizations, or community groups—to broaden cultural understanding and strengthen community relationships. Given Alaska’s geography and the community based nature of service, members commit to a full term of service, with preference for local applicants. Leadership development is integral and includes training in self leadership, conflict resolution, and effective service delivery. Sitka is a walkable community, and members primarily travel by foot, bicycle, or public transit. Successful members communicate well with staff, adapt to changing needs, and maintain a collaborative, supportive approach. Strong communication skills—and appropriate gear for local weather—are essential for a positive service experience.
Member Duties : The AmeriCorps Member will support the Greater Sitka Arts Council by expanding organizational capacity through community arts engagement, volunteer coordination, and program support. The member will help increase access to arts programming, strengthen community participation, and develop sustainable systems that support long-term program delivery. Service activities include coordinating and supporting inclusive community arts events; assisting with the development, promotion, and outreach of arts programming; recruiting, training, and coordinating volunteers; supporting systems for event planning, volunteer management, and program tracking; collaborating with the GSAC Board and community partners; and tracking and reporting participation data. This position emphasizes capacity building by strengthening volunteer infrastructure, improving operational systems, and expanding community engagement in the arts.
Program Benefits : Training , Housing , Education award upon successful completion of service , Health Coverage , Living Allowance .
Terms :
None
Service Areas :
Children/Youth , Education , Community Outreach .
Skills :
Veterans , Conflict Resolution , Social Services , Law , Youth Development , Public Health , Education , Trade/Construction , Recruitment , Fund raising/Grant Writing , General Skills , Community Organization , Medicine , Writing/Editing , Team Work , Teaching/Tutoring , Business/Entrepreneur , Counseling , Environment , Non-Profit Management , Computers/Technology , Architectural Planning , First Aid , Disaster Services , Urban Planning , Communications , Public Speaking , Leadership , Fine Arts/Crafts .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
Community Arts Engagement & Capacity Building AmeriCorps
Program Start/End Date
09/01/2026 - 08/31/2027
Work Schedule
Full Time
Education level
College graduate
Age Requirement
Minimum: None Maximum: 99
Program Locations
ALASKA
Accepting Applications
From 03/01/2026 To 08/31/2027
Contact
Sarah Lawrie
601 Halibut Point Rd
Sitka AK 99835
9079661440
lawries@sitkaschools.org
Listing ID
129254
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