HandsOn VISTA - City of PHX - Sustainability Transportation

The HandsOn VISTA position with the City of Phoenix focuses on enhancing sustainable transportation. Members will develop initiatives related to the City's Charging & Fueling Infrastructure grant, conduct equity analyses, and engage with the community. The role requires skills in report writing and data analysis, and while bilingual proficiency is preferred, it is not mandatory. Benefits include a living allowance, health coverage, and educational awards.
HandsOn VISTA - City of PHX - Sustainability Transportation

Serve with the City of Phoenix - Office of Sustainability - Transportation as a part of the HandsOn VISTA Team! To learn more ABOUT THE SITE AND THE ROLE: see 'Members Duties' below. About HandsOn Greater Phoenix: For nearly 30 years, HandsOn Greater Phoenix has worked with nonprofits, Title I schools, neighborhood associations and government entities to assess and meet the volunteer needs of the Greater Phoenix area. The HandsOn VISTA program supports members at multiple placement sites across the valley. Our VISTA members enable our community service partners to expand capacity and build infrastructure by creating the processes and tools needed to effectively access and utilize valuable resources. HandsOn VISTA members will improve capacity for leading communities during and beyond their terms of service by developing their knowledge, skills, and abilities related to volunteering, civic engagement, and other areas. In addition to the site-specific work of the individual role all of our VISTA members: participate in 2 AmeriCorps of Service, lead projects at 2 HandsOn community service days, attend monthly VISTA team trainings with the other HandsOn VISTA members, and monthly community volunteering project opportunities. PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS FOR POSITIONS ARE BEING CONSIDERED ON A ROLLING BASIS. PLEASE APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE FOR BEST CONSIDERATION. VISIT https://www.handsonphoenix.org/beaVISTA FOR MORE INFORMATION. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here.

Member Duties : Join City of Phoenix - Office of Sustainability - Transportation & help support efforts to make all forms of transportation more effective & sustainable for residents! Efficient transportation reduces barriers to employment & essential services acting as a lifeline for low-income populations. The successful applicant will develop initiatives tied to the City's Charging & Fueling Infrastructure grant, including conducting equity analyses to evaluate transportation performance and disparities, incorporating meaningful public engagement into decision-making for charging locations, & increasing affordable transportation options to enhance quality of life. You will do this by researching micromobility & EV solutions, analyzing successful public transit programs nationwide for adaptation in Phoenix & of resident needs & capacity gaps. The future member should have some background in report writing, data analysis, & conducting studies. Bilingual proficiency is desired but not required.

Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Training , Relocation Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service , Health Coverage* , Childcare assistance if eligible , Stipend , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend .

Terms :

Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended .

Service Areas :

Environment , Community and Economic Development .

Skills :

Conflict Resolution , Team Work , Writing/Editing , Leadership , General Skills .