AmeriCorps VISTA Development Capacity Builder - Starting November 2026

Development Capacity Builder VISTA – College Possible Texas College Possible Texas is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping students achieve their college goals by opening up opportunities. Through innovative coaching and data-informed support, we work to ensure students not only access college but also persist and graduate. As the Development Capacity Builder VISTA, you will play a pivotal role in strengthening the communications, volunteer engagement, and fundraising systems that support our mission. You will help tell the story of College Possible Texas through digital content and community engagement while building sustainable processes that increase organizational visibility and long-term support. Create and manage social media, blog, and e-news content that highlights student impact and organizational initiatives Support storytelling efforts by developing compelling written and visual content for community and donor engagement Assist with volunteer engagement activities, including event coordination, onboarding materials, and tracking systems Help strengthen fundraising and outreach efforts through campaign support, donor communications, and community partnerships Develop systems and resources that improve communication workflows and volunteer engagement sustainability College Possible Texas is a dynamic, progressive, and youth-focused working environment. This is a hybrid role with some in-person requirements. Responsibilities may frequently require an adjusted work schedule and/or evening/weekend hours in order to meet deadlines or satisfy program requirements. While performing the duties of this position, the member is regularly required to engage in digital content creation and access information using a computer for several hours at a time. The role requires mobility to assist with on-site volunteer events and to transport materials for community engagement. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (fields such as communications, marketing, public administration, or sociology preferred) Strong writing, organizational, and communication skills Interest in education, nonprofits, fundraising, and community engagement Comfort managing multiple projects and collaborating across teams Ability to work independently while maintaining attention to detail Familiarity with Google Workspace or Microsoft Office; experience with social media or communication tools a plus Must have reliable transportation Living allowance and Segal Education Award through AmeriCorps VISTABasic health insurance Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, plus student loan deferment and interest forbearance Access to child care benefits, Schools of National Service Network, and AmeriCorps alumni & Employers of National Service networks Employee Assistance Program with mental, physical, & financial wellness benefits Professional development in nonprofit development, communications, and volunteer engagement Mentorship and collaborative team environment One-year, full-time national service commitment