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History Colorado Education Engagement AmeriCorps Member - History Colorado Center, Denver Print ( Apply ufeff History Colorado Education Engagement AmeriCorps Member - History Colorado Center, Denver Salary $1,209.29 Biweekly Location Denver, CO Job Type Seasonal Job Number GCA80014_03.2026 Department History Colorado Opening Date 03/23/2026 Closing Date 4/24/2026 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position Primary Physical Work Address 1200 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203, USA Department Contact Information Type of Announcement This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. How To Apply Please submit an online application for this position at Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed. + Description + Benefits + Questions Department Information HISTORY COLORADO has a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and cultural competency, because of that, we are continuously seeking to recruit individuals who will enhance this diversity and ultimately the effectiveness of our organization. We believe that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. History Colorado and the State of Colorado is committed to building inclusive, innovative service environments with AmeriCorps members who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the service process, we provide opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. About History Colorado/AmeriCorps We are committed to serving all Coloradans and offer access to our stateu2019s history through enriching experiences at eleven museums and historic sites, with dynamic and relevant exhibits and activities. We steward about 15 million objects, photographs, and archival resources that make up the Stateu2019s collection, and serve tens of thousands of learners of all ages through dynamic programs. We work with school groups and youth through field trips, day camps, and traveling programs across the state of Colorado. Weu2019re home to a free public research center, Coloradou2019s Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (OAHP), and the State Historical Fund (SHF), the nationu2019s largest preservation program of its kind. The History Colorado AmeriCorps Program endeavors to address three broad areas of community need across the state: equitable K-12th grade educational outcomes, quality history educational programming, and the tools to preserve and share a more inclusive Colorado history. This initiative is part of History Colorado's strategic goals to invest in rural prosperity, strengthen education through history, and share the diverse stories of Colorado's past. AmeriCorps Member Perks Include: + Living allowance up to $8,465 , paid in biweekly installments of $1,209.29 before taxes + Segal Education Award ( of $1,956.35 for qualifying members + Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan ( plus 401K and 457 plans + Optional medical and dental health plans ( covered for full-time members, and the option to purchase health plans for members not serving in a full-time capacity + Paid life insurance + Short- and long-term disability coverage + Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( u2013 A borrower may qualify for forgiveness by making 120 on-time payments while employed full-time in public service, if they have certain kinds of federal loans in a qualifying repayment plan + BenefitHub ( discount program Visit /americorps for more information Description of Job The History Colorado AmeriCorps Program endeavors to address three broad areas of community need across the state: equitable K-12th grade educational outcomes, quality history educational programming, and the tools to preserve and share a more inclusive Colorado history. This initiative is part of History Colorado's strategic goals to invest in rural prosperity, strengthen education through history, and share the diverse stories of Colorado's past. AmeriCorps members are dedicated national service participants who commit their time and skills through defined terms of service to support communities and address critical local challenges. The AmeriCorps member will serve within the Education Department at the museum, under the guidance of the Hands-On History Program Manager. Their primary focus will be to support and deliver impactful, culturally relevant educational programming to K-12th Grade students. The Member will play a key role in facilitating Hands-on History camp programs, field trips, and other student-focused educational experiences. Terms of Service: + The Member will serve at the History Colorado Center. + The AmeriCorps Member will serve for an average of 15-20 hours per week during the school year and 40 hours per week during the summer. See Calendar section for details. The AmeriCorps Member will serve a minimum of 450 hours over the course of their service term. + Flexible hours are required between 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. + The AmeriCorps Member will be directly supervised by the Hands-On History Program Manager at the History Colorado Center, with additional oversight and support provided by the Program Manager. + Service term begins May 18, 2025 and ends August 21, 2026 . Major Responsibilities and Duties + Facilitate Hands-On History out-of-school camp programming, school year field trips, and other educational activities, delivering culturally relevant content that is aligned to academic standards. + Participate in professional development opportunities and contribute to the continuous improvement of educational programming. + Support curriculum development and manage educational resources to ensure the successful delivery of field trips and related programming. Service Term Overview: + May 18th - August 21st, 2026 (35-40 hours per week) Availability required for Out of School Programming; + Summer Camps, June - August 2026 (40 hours per week, 8 weeks of camp) + June 29th-July 3rd (week off) Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights + 18 years of age or older. + High school diploma or equivalent. + A U.S. citizen, U.S. National, or Lawful Permanent Resident. + Ability to pass criminal history checks. + Strong interest in history, education, or a related field. + Must have at least three (3) months of full-time or equivalent part-time experience working with school-age children ages 5-18 OR A current early childhood professional credential level I one (1) or higher [as determined by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood based on its Early Childhood Professional Credential] + Resume + Cover letter Supplemental Information History Colorado is committed to anti-racism practices across its institution and outlined in our grounding virtues. As such we encourage members of Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) LGBTQ+ and differently abled communities to apply for this position. T o see these virtues click this link: ( Anti-Racism Grounding Virtues ( ) Application Instructions: Please ensure your application is complete, as we do not accept resumes in lieu of a formal application. While resumes are used to supplement your profile, our initial review is based primarily on the information provided in the