The National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) is seeking a motivated and organized AmeriCorps Program Coordinator to lead the planning and development of NOLS’ new AmeriCorps State and National program in partnership with Serve Wyoming.

This position will lay the groundwork for a sustainable AmeriCorps program that creates opportunities for young adults to build leadership skills, gain credentials for Wyoming’s growing outdoor recreation industry, and serve their local communities as peer mentors and outreach volunteers. The Program Coordinator will develop systems, partnerships, and funding strategies to ensure a successful program launch in September 2026.

Key Information:

• Location: NOLS HQ in Lander, WY

• Target Start Date: September 2025

Questions: please contact peopleteam@nols.edu

What does a AmeriCorps Program Coordinator do?

Program Planning and Development

• Lead implementation of the AmeriCorps planning grant, ensuring all goals, timelines, and Serve Wyoming/AmeriCorps requirements are met.

• Design and draft the traditional cost reimbursement grant application to secure operational AmeriCorps funding for 2026 and beyond.

• Develop recruitment, onboarding, training, supervision, and evaluation systems for future AmeriCorps members.

• Coordinate with NOLS leadership and staff to align the AmeriCorps program with NOLS’ mission and Wyoming’s workforce needs.

• Develop data collection, tracking, and evaluation systems in collaboration with NOLS information technology staff.

Community Outreach and Partnerships

• Build and strengthen partnerships with local schools, community organizations, and stakeholders in Lander and surrounding rural towns.

• Engage local leaders and organizations to identify meaningful service opportunities for AmeriCorps members in peer mentorship, school support, and community outreach.

• Promote the AmeriCorps program to potential applicants through local outreach and marketing efforts.

Program Compliance and Reporting

• Ensure the program is designed in compliance with all AmeriCorps and Serve Wyoming policies and regulations.

• Track planning grant outcomes and prepare required reports.

• Maintain clear documentation to support grant reporting and audits.

Collaboration and Internal Coordination

• Work closely with the VP of Expeditions, Special Projects Coordinator, Chief of Staff, campus directors, marketing, enrollment, and IT staff to develop program infrastructure.

• Coordinate with other NOLS departments to leverage existing resources and tools to support AmeriCorps program success.

Other Duties

• Support additional planning, community engagement, and outreach activities as needed to strengthen program design and sustainability.

• Prepare for supervision of AmeriCorps members once the program transitions to operational phase.

What makes a great AmeriCorps Program Coordinator at NOLS? 

We are looking for people who share our values and are keen to learn and develop their expertise. While our ideal candidate comes with the skills listed below, we expect to provide training and development support in some of the areas.

• Experience with AmeriCorps, national service programs, or grant-funded program management strongly preferred.

• Knowledge of or experience in outdoor leadership, experiential education, or community engagement a plus.

• Excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills.

• Experience working with schools, youth, or community groups in rural areas is desirable.

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain partnerships and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.

• Familiarity with federal grant compliance and reporting is a plus.

• Ability to travel within Lander and surrounding communities as needed.

How to Apply

It’s super easy! Just enter your email and click the “start your application” button at the top of the screen and upload your resume when you are prompted to upload your CV/resume.

At NOLS we use the Applied platform for our recruitment. The Applied platform will ask you some demographic questions before you start your application. We at NOLS never see the responses to these demographic questions with your application. We only see summary statistics to help us check if our candidate pool is balanced and if everyone has an equal chance to get hired irrespective of their background. If you prefer, you can easily opt out of answering these questions.

Who is NOLS?

NOLS is a nonprofit global wilderness school that strives to be the leading source and teacher of wilderness skills and leadership that serve people and the environment. Our community—staff, students, trustees, and alumni—shares a commitment to wilderness, education, leadership, safety, community, and excellence. 

We believe that anyone can be a leader; it is our role to provide the environment and training to help people discover their full potential. We do that in classrooms close to home and in remote wilderness areas around the world. We are an organization with heart, expertise, and wildness, and these qualities help us support powerful, authentic experiences.

Why is NOLS a great place to work?

• Global Reach: With locations across the U.S. and five countries, and courses running in all 50 states and more than 10 countries, you’ll be part of an organization with a truly worldwide impact.

• Course Discounts: Receive special pricing on NOLS courses for yourself and your family.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Flexible Time Off: We offer a flexible time off policy that empowers employees to take the time they need for rest, adventure, and personal priorities without the constraints of traditional accrual systems.

• Employee Assistance Program: Access confidential, 24/7 counseling and support services to help you maintain balance and well-being.

Additional Information

To support pay transparency and equity, the posted salary range is fixed. We encourage you to explore our opportunities that fit your pay expectations. 

Pre-Employment Check

• A criminal background check is required from all NOLS employees.

• NOLS participates in e-verify for U.S. employees, Certificado de Antecedentes for Chilean or Mexican employees, and other relevant employment verification systems based on location.

• Current NOLS employees please note it is NOLS policy to conduct an internal reference check with People Team and/or your current supervisor as part of the reference check process. If you have any questions or concerns about this process please contact peopleteam@nols.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NOLS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetics information, disability unrelated to job or admission requirements, or status as a protected veteran. The school’s nondiscrimination policy applies to all phases of its employment process.

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodations may be requested for disability; limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or a related medical condition; religion; and domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, or harassment by emailing peopleteam@nols.edu with your request.