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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAmericorp Youth Agreement with Franklin L. "Bud" Henthorn to oversee Program AMERICORP YOUTH COORDINATOR AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT, by and between THE CITY OF MERIDIAN, an Idaho municipal corporation, (hereinafter referred to as "CITY") of 33 E. Idaho Ave., Meridian, Idaho 83642 and Franklin L. 'Bud' Henthorn (hereinafter referred to as "HENTHORN") of 1296 N. Golfview Way, Meridian, Idaho, 83642. 1. Scope of Services: HENTHORN shall perform all services, and comply in all respects, as specified in the document titled "Scope of Services" a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit "Nt and incorporated herein by this reference, together with any amendments that may be agreed to in writing by the parties. The position shall be funded in conjunction with a grant program administered by the University ofIdaho as sponsored by the Americorp program, hereinafter refered to as "GRANT.". 2. Time of Performance: This agreement shall become effective on or about November 30, 2005 and execution by both parties, and shall expire on September 30,2006 unless earlier telminated or extended. Extension oft11is Agreement may be made at the sole discretion of the CITY and may be dependant on securing continued funding from the GRANT. 3. Indemnification and Insurance: The GRANT portion oft11is program shall cover all necessary insurance needs of HENTHORN. The CITY and HENTHORN have no obligations to provide insurance or indemnification as part of this Agreement. 4. Independent Contractor: HENTHORN shall be deemed to be an independent contractor as Americorp Youth Coordinator. HENTHORN shall not have mandatory duties except those imposed by the GRANT, law, orregulation and those necessary to calTY out the terms and conditions of this Agreement. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall be regarded as creating any relationship (employer/employee,joint venture, partnership, or shareholder) between the parties other than the independent contractor relationship as set forth herein. For the purposes of the GRANT, Americorp will pay the necessary FICA withholding for their portion of the stipend. This in no way affects the relationship of HENTHORN with the CITY. Nothing is intended by these directions or requirements to alter or change the independent contractor relationship detailed in this Agreement. HENTHORN is, and shall be treated by CITY as, an independent contractor (statutory non-employee) and not an employee for state, tax and for all other purposes. He will not be treated as an employee with respect to the services performed by his for federal tax purposes. HENTHORN hereby acknowledges that AMERICORP YOUTH COORDINATOR AGREEMENT - page 1 of 6 He has been advised by CITY that as an independent contractor (non-employee) affiliated with CITY. He is responsible for the payment of all his own federal income taxes and his own self-employment taxes (FICA), together with any and all corresponding state, county and local taxes, if any, and he hereby agrees to comply with those responsibilities. HENTHORN hereby waives any claims he has or may have against CITY now or in the future respecting such taxes or the right of CITY not to withhold, not to payor not to contribute to such taxes on his behalf. This Agreement contemplates that HENTHORN will represent the CITY 111 meetings, committees, institutes, work groups, forums, or similar manner in furtherance of the GRANT requirements. He may represent the CITY on behalf of the Mayor or City Council at their direction. He may occasionally be directed to attend training or conferences at the CITY's expense as the CITY's representative. If directed by the Mayor or City Council to attend such events the CITY will incur the costs and expense of the travel and necessary expenses for attendance. Nothing is intended by these directions or requirements to alter or change the independent contractor relationship detailed in this Agreement. 5. Compensation: HENTHORN shall be compensated as the Americorp Youth Coordinator and related services in furtherance of this stated goal and objective pursuant to and specified in attached Exhibit "A" HENTHORN will be paid a monthly stipend from the City of Meridian in the amount of four dollars and twenty- five cents ($4.25) per hour not to exceed seven thousand, two hundred and twenty-five dollars ($7225.00) for the fiscal year '06 or one thousand seven hundred (1700) hours of work performed for the term of this agreement. HENTHORN will also be entitled to submit mileage claims related to the perfoDnance of this agreement monthly to the City for reimbursement at the current IRS rate. 6. Method of Payment: HENTHORN will be paid by the CITY monthly on or about the last business day of each month. HENTHORN will submit a monthly accounting of hours and tasks worked on in fuliherance ofthis agreement. Mileage expenses will be paid with thirty (30) days of the claim that are consistent with this agreement. 7. Work Station: The CITY will provide a work station, including the use of a city computer, in City Hall for use by HENTHORN in furtherance ofthis Agreement. All information, materials, work product that is created in furtherance of this Agreement shall be deemed the property ofthe CITY. HENTHORN will comply with all CITY policies in relation to the use of the work station and city computer. Nothing is intended by this provision to alter or change the independent contractor relationship detailed in this Agreement. AMERlCORP YOUTH COORDINATOR AGREEMENT - page 2 of 6 8. Notices: Any and all notices required to be given by either of the parties hereto, unless otherwise stated in this agreement, shall be in writing and be deemed communicated when mailed in the United States mail, certified, return receipt requested, addressed as follows: City Clerk City of Meridian 33 E. Idaho Avenue Meridian, Idaho 83642 Franklin L. 'Bud' Henthorn 1296 N. Golfview Way Meridian, Idaho, 83642 Either pmiy may change their address for the purpose of this paragraph by giving written notice of such change to the other in the manner herein provided. 9. Attorney Fees: Should any litigation be commenced between the parties hereto concerning this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled, in addition to any other relief as may be granted, to court costs and reasonable attorneys! fees as determined by a Court of competent jurisdiction. This provision shall be deemed to be a separate contract between the parties and shall survive any default, termination or forfeiture of this Agreement. 10. Time is of the Essence: The parties hereto acknowledge and agree that time is strictly of the essence with respect to each and every term, condition and provision hereof, and that the failure to timely perform any of the obligations hereunder shall constihlte a breach of, and a default under, this Agreement by the party so failing to perform. 11. Assignment: It is expressly agreed and understood by the parties hereto, that HENTHORN shall not have the right to assign, transfer, or sell any of his rights under this Agreement except upon the prior express written consent of CITY. 12. Discrimination Prohibited: In performing the services required herein, HENTHORN shall not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin or ancestry, age or disability. 13. Reports and Information: At such times and in such forms as the CITY may require, there shall be furnished to the CITY such statements, records, reports, data and information as the CITY may request pertaining to matters covered by this Agreement. 14. Audits and Inspections: At any time during normal business hours and as often as the CITY may deem necessary, there shall be made available to the CITY for AMERICORP YOUTH COORDINATOR AGREEMENT - page 3 of 6 examination all of HENTHORN'S records with respect to all matters covered by this Agreement. HENTHORN shall permit the CITY to audit, examine, and make excerpts or transcripts from such records, and to make audits of all contracts, invoices, materials, payrolls, records of personnel, conditions of employment and other data relating to all matters covered by this Agreement. 15. Publication, Reproduction and Use of Material: No material produced in whole or in part under this Agreement shall be subject to copyright in the United States or in any other country. The CITY shall have unrestricted authority to publish, disclose and otherwise use, in whole or in part, any reports, data or other materials prepared under this Agreement. 16. Compliance with Laws: In performing the scope of services required hereunder, HENTHORN shaH comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, and codes of Federal, State, and local governments. 17. Changes: The CITY may, from time to time, request changes in the Scope of Services to be performed hereunder. Such changes, including any increase or decrease in the amount of HENTHORN's compensation, which are mutually agreed upon by and between the CITY and HENTHORN, shall be incorporated in written amendments to this Agreement. 18. Termination: For Cause: If, through any cause, HENTHORN, fails to fulfill in a timely and proper manner its obligations under this Agreement, violates any of the covenants, agreements, or stipulations of this Agreement, falsifies any record or document required to be prepared under this agreement, engages or is charged with any criminal conduct (either misdemeanor or felony), fraud, dishonesty, or any other act of misconduct in the performance of this contract, the CITY may immediately terminate this agreement with notice to HENTHORN. An accounting pursuant to this agreement can then occur to assure that proper payments or credits are accomplished. Without Cause: Ifthe City Council determines that termination of this Agreement is in the best interest of CITY, the CITY shall thereupon have the right to terminate this Agreement by giving written notice to HENTHORN of such termination and specifying the effective date thereof at least thirty (30) days before the effective date of such termination. HENTHORN may also terminate this agreement at any time by giving at least thirty (30) days notice to CITY. In the event of any termination of this Agreement, all finished or unfinished documents, data, and reports prepared by HENTHORN under this Agreement shall, at the option of the CITY, become its property, and HENTHORN shall be AMERICORP YOUTH COORDINATOR AGREEMENT - page 4 of 6 entitled to receive just and equitable compensation for any work satisfactorily complete hereunder. Notwithstanding the above, HENTHORN shall not be relieved ofliability to the CITY tor damages sustained by the CITY by virtue of any breach of this Agreement by HENTHORN, and the CITY may withhold any payments to HENTHORN for the purposes of set-off until such time as the exact amount of damages due the CITY from HENTHORN is determined. This provision shall sllrvive the termination of this agreement and shall not relieve HENTHORN of its liability to the CITY for damages. 19. Construction and Severability: If any part of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, sllch holding will not affect the validity or enforceability of any other part of this Agreement so long as the remainder of the Agreement is reasonably capable of completion. 20. Entire Agreement: This Agreement contains the entire agreement ofthe parties and supersedes any and all other agreements or understandings, oral of written, whether previous to the execution hereof or contemporaneous herewith. 21. Applicable Law: This Agreement shall be governed by and constmed and enforced in accordance with the laws ofthe State ofIdaho, and the ordinances of the City of Meridian. 22. Approval Required: This Agreement shall not become effective or binding until approved by the City of Meridian. ..z rJ f uJ Dated this ~ day of uQJtUCLYc1J ' 200 k ?ti &~J!/- ---- FRANKL L.'BUD'HENTHORN AMERICORP YOUTH COORDINATOR AGREEMENT - page 5 of 6 '2 rei ,,-; Dated this ~ day of ()()ftU.ttf't' ,200l:L CITY OF MERIDIAN Attest: AMERICORP YOUTH COORDINATOR AGREEMENT - page 6 of 6 w :E en <( - :E IX: 0 " s... ~ c ~ Q) . (I) 0 Q) II) ~ . III IX: a1 .c Q) c ~ Q) II) 'E N +-' CO III .., ~ e > s... a.. IX: 'E ::I ..c: c ..c: Q) Q) 0 I";' ~ bO ~ L- a.. ~ ..c: a.. ItJ U) e 'C 0 II) +-' III co 0 Q) E co .. d,1n 0. ... .c .c ..c: 0 On! cO 0 oS ..c: ~ u 0 a.. 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Upon completion of service, members receive a $4,725 education award. in the form of a voucher. " . '. overview of' the !~Ji:l~~Cp~pS EgucaUon Award AmeriCorPS ~embershave an opportunity to .make a lastinQ impact on the ~ives of people in. the communities they . Serve and their own. ,Orieof the ways tJlat,~~riC~rps q:m impa~ your life ,is to'"help,:you reach your ~oals with an . education award:iWhen:You..successfuJlyeomplete'your service, you will receive an' education award that you can USet~fJ.lY, for.lJlghei edu~~9n, or\trai~in:9 or to" repay.'qualified student loans. .' ,~ . , .' To qual~ for an ~ucation award, 'you muSt successfully complete the required "term of service" for the program in wHi~~u partidpatHither"Ar!1eriCorps*VISTA .~olu~teers in Service to Ameri~), Ame.riCorps*NCCC (National CiviJiarfCommunity Corps), or. one of .the' other hundreds pf programS in .the AmeriCorps network. ,.Am~ri~i:)fPs~Vlsr~t~eri\~~ ~ a~jkYm'~ri.tot.$1bo.oo ~r mOfl~"of.'~rYi~e instead of .the:educatlbn, '.i~r3.;AJj'dth:r~~(~rri~~~a~ ~ligi~je ,.;'~iy for~th~' edu~tion p~ard: . .~.! '! '.~ '. '-'lUd'(,..;\,:':>'{ftEil'~~:1X9h9iU,co.;;I':'.'.:'..\, ,.;".".~,~c" :)!.,. . . ", .. , . L .'. . . ' _' . .'Df1c:7..:'tiP.YlilH,.1$ ,gbf;r; 11', ;t1.!~i;Ji": : '.J ',.,' . '''' .' . . . .'.' ". ~ow"~6~.f~ 'U,se~~o~ Edu~~6n Aw~ . . .' . .' YOllc:an,~ Your .education award in' the folloWing wayS: , ..' b~;.~' :..:,,;.,:t;~te~~uairfi~' ~rig'~'~' ;uiu~ ~~~ntl~ns; . ," i;~: "-y~ ~~~1~ \~.~ttrJ{..!I,'~.~~:lJ. s<'~\ ~;1> .", ~. . 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Your donation will support volunteers in providing Food and shelter, managing donations. helping victims gel necessary assistance, and long-term rebuil ding efforts. Donate Now to our Disaster Relief Fund :~:'Jr;)rl;li: ~;lQlrpH :ilii:lfE(I,'~'l I Enter EmaH Address _ USA$. Partnerlng to Answer fr'lledocl\ Qwpl the President's Call to ...._- Service Page 1 of6 Contact Us I Sile Map I Silel~dex Enter a Search Term _ Ill:l'oeI Forms I Advanced Search FONT SIZE: Default I Large About Us For Organizations For Individuals Our Programs - For Individuals> Frequently Asked Questions Below are a some of the most frequently asked questions about serving in AmeriCorps. · I'm confused. There are different programs, with different names, but they're all AmerlCorps? · Is AmerlCorps like Peace Corps? . Do I get paid? · What If I'm out of school and not Interested In the AmerlCorps Education Award? Can I get that money In cash? · How long are the assignments, and are they all full-time? . Can I join If I'm nota U.S. citizen? . Is there an age requirement? . What skills do I need to have? · Can I defer student loans during my service with AmerlCorps? · Willi get any training before I start? · Frequently Asked Questions for AmerlCorps-NCCC I'm confused. There are different programs, with different names, but they're allAmerlCorps? Yes, basically. AmeriCorps is a national network of hundreds of programs throughout the US. There are two programs that are managed nationally: AmerlCorps"VISTA and AmerICorps.NCCC. The other group of program come under the general heading of AmeriCorps, and they are found in local and national organizations throughout US. Depending upon your interests and availability, we can help you determine which program might be best for y' Is AmerlCorps like Peace Corps? Yes. AmeriCorps is often referred to as "the domestic Peace Corps." Both agencies are committed to service, and both offer Challenging and rewarding full-time opportunities. Peace Corps assignments are all overseas, and AmerlCorps members serve only in the US. While Peace Corps Volunteers serve for two years, a stint in AmeriCo usually lasts 10 months 10 one year. (Some AmeriCorps projects also offer part-time opportunities, and some AmeriCorps members serve more than one term of service.) Do I get paid? For all AmeriCorps programs, members receive a modest living allowance, and some programs provide housing. \ may not save much money during your year of service, but most members find the living allowance to be adequatE cover their needs. AmeriCorps members who complete a term of service also receive an AmeriCorps Education Award. What If I'm out of school and not Interested In the education award? Can I get that money In cash? If you're part of AmeriCorps"VIST A, you may opt for a cash payment of $100 per month of service instead of the education award. All other AmerlCorps members are eligible only for the education award. How long are the assignments, and are they all full-time? The time commitment varies, from ten months to a year, depending upon your project. Most assignments are full- time, but there are some part-time service opportunities available. Can I Join If I'm not a U.S. citizen? You must be a U.S. citizen, national, or legal permanent resident alien of the U.s. to be an AmeriCorps member. Is there an age requirement? You must be at least 17 years old, although some service opportunities require you to be at least 18. For one of Ol programs, the National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC), members must be between 18 and 24 years old, but fc most there are no upper age IImif Xhtbt t Pc POL5e 1/ of "l http://www .americorps.org/for _individuals/faq/index.asp ] 1/312005 AmeriCorps Page 2 of6 What skills do I need to have? Some programs have specific skJII requests In certain areas, and others loo~ for a bachelor's degree or a few year. related voIunteerJjob experience. For others, your motivation and commitment may be the primary requirement. Can I defer student loans durfng my service with AmerfCorps? You may qualify for postponement, or forbearance, of the repayment of your loans during your service. The educa awarclwlll help you payoff qualified student loans when you're finished. Contact your lender for more sp6clflc Information or to confirm your loan status during AmerlCorps service. . Willi get any training before I start? Absolutely. All members receive training at the beginning of their service, as well as project-speclfic training during .seMce . Frequently Asked Questlons About AmerlCorps*NCCC What Is AmerlCorps*NCCC? . . . .. . . ..... AmerlCorps*NCCC (National Civilian Community Corps) Is a residential, team-based, national service Initiative the: engages young adults ages 18 to 24 In full-time service. Operated dIrectly by the Corporation for National and Community Service, AmerlCorps*NCCC Is part of a national network of service programs that help local communi! address their compelling needs. There are currently more than 50,000 members serving In ArrierlCorps*NCCC, AmerICorps*VISTA; and over'OOO other ArrierlCorps*State and National programs throughoutth9 country. What Is the AmerfCorps*NCCC mission? The AmerlCorps"NCCC mission Is: To strengthen communities and develop leaders through team-based. national community service. . . What do AmerfCorps~CCC members do? . AmerfCorps"NCCC members perform team.based service projects In six different areas-environment, education, public safety, unmet needs, homeland security, and disaster rerJef-ln communities In all 50 states and U.S. territor What are the benefits of serving with AmerlCorps*NCCC? AmeriCorps*NCCC members receive a IMng allowance of approximately $4,000 for the 10 months of servIce (abc $200 every two weeks before taxes), housing, meals, limited medical benefits, up to $400 a month for chlldeare, If necessary, member uniforms, and an education award of $4,725 upOn succesSful completion of the program. Wh8t organlzaUons does NCCC support? NCCC supports faJth..based and other communlty-based organizations; national nonproflts; schools; local munldpalltles; national and state parks; and Indian tribes. What do the medical benefits cover? The medical benefits plan covers all Injuries and/or illnesses suffered during service and most pharmacy needs, Tl p/andoes not cover medical care for pre-exlstlng medical Illnesses and/or InjUries. Can I bring my child/children with me to the campus? . . Children are not permitted to live with members at the campus. AmerlCorps"NCCC members with children must m arrangements for someone to care for their child/children while they are In the program. MemberS that haveeustoc of their children are eligible for up to $400 per month to help pay for child care while they serve with the program. . .. What are the minimum requirements for participation In AmerlCcirps*NCCC? . . ... .. .. ...... ............ . .... . Members are required to complete 1,700 hou~ of service, Including 80 hours of Independent service actlvltJj!S. Members must be able to serve effectively with a team of IndMduals frOm and within communities ofdrvElrns.cultul ethnic, economic, geographic, and education backgrounds. Members must be able to communlcateitosomeextel In the English language with peern, supervisors, staff and other Individuals. They must comply with the rules and regulations outlined in the AmerlCorps"NCCC member handbook. Members must be able to perform physicallabc sometimes In stressful environments and adverse weather conditions. They must be wIIllng to serve lOng hours beyond the elght-hourworkday, deploy to any location In the region served by the campus, and be able to deal wi! sudden and unexpected changes. - What Is requ'lred to successfully complete the program and receive the AmerlCorps Educ8t10riAy,.ard? Members must serve the full ten months and complete 1,700 hours of cOmmunity service, Including SO. hours of Independent service. If a member departs the program early, he or she forfe1l:s the education award unless there i~ compelling reason, In which case the education award Is pro-rated. Detans are explained In the member handboc Where are AmerfCorps.NCCC sites? . There are currently five campuses that serve five regions. Three are located on closed ml1itary bases In Sacramen CA; Denver, CO; and Charleston, SC. One campus is lOcated at a Veterans Medical Center on the Chesapeake B In Perry Point, Maryland, and the other Is located on a munJclpal facility In Washington, D.C. When do the AmerfCorps"NCCC campus.. open? We have two start cycles: the fall and winter. The fall cycle campuses are In.Char1eston, Sacramento, and lttp:llwww.americorps.orglfor_individua1s/faq/index.asp E)c.hA.bi-t A ~~e., ~ ot G) 11/312005 AmeriCorps Page 3 of6 Washington, D.C. and open in late September and e~r1y October. The winter cycle campuses are InPer'iyPolnt,a Denver, and open In January. .. .... . '," '. . -. -".' ;.:. ,,---,--, -. . '.-.- -. - . What states am covel"ltd by each region? . .. ,'J' ..> Capital Region Campus (Washington, DC): Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, WashlngtOlli D;C~ '. , "-"-'--.'-,'...' '. . -. -. -. -- . " -- -~ '," '-';"';""'.'''.,''',''. Central Region Campus (Denver): Colorado, illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, MIssourl,Monu . Nebraska, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, WIsconsin, Wyoming. .... . ..' C'_ .... . - . - -' . . . . , Northeast Region Campus (Peny POint): Connecticut. Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshil New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Vennent . ,,' -' . Southeast Region Campus (Charleston): Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, KentuckY, LouisIana, MissiSSippi, North Carolina, Puerto RIco, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virgin Islands Western Region Campus (SaC18mento): Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawall, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Pacific U.S. Territories. What are the application daadllne dates? . . . .'. '. ......... .i\ There are two deadline dates, one for the fall cycJe-March 15-and one for the winter cycJe-July15.However, . members are encouraged to apply early, because selection Is continuous and thecJass may be ffiled"ljeferethe _appUcatJondeadllnedate. . ........ ............. . What are the selection process and criteria? '. .' .'. ...... ......... .... ...... '. ..i.ii .'. All eligible applicants will receive an acknowledgement letter and further.lnfcirmation about the progi'arriwithin thre . weeks of submitting their application. They wDf be Instructed to callatott-free telephone numbertocOritfnue. the selection process. At this point the applicant will be screened for an.lntsrVieWba$8don hls.orhe~i'esporise: to seVt questions about the applicant's willingness to participate In all asPeclsof the program: AU appllcarltsWf1()'suO::essf dear the Intervlew screening are scheduled for an Interview within five tosbc\\'eeks.of recelp~~ ~~Ir.m~~ppllcatic -i:.~~>. f;.-:.i-::-.-;~:~/;~.c. 1. Interviews are conducted by NCCC staff. . '.. .>i<' ..:...... .....i'. 2. The Intervlewer asks questions that focus on the applicant's Interest and willingness to partiClpatsful1y In ~ residential, team-based service program; ftexIblllty and adaptability; collabor'atJoll.andscc:ountabDity;and what the applicant will bring to, and how he or she win benefit from/this ~rlenc:e"i.i.i .'. .......... 3. All applicants are Informed of the status of their Interviews wlthln threffWeeks of the In'terVlewvla mall. 4. Applicants are either invited to serve and assigned to a campus, placed .on the altem~telist;or Informed tt they have not been selected to serve with the NCCC. ...... ..........................,......... .......... '. ..... ....i. 5. If Invited to serve or placed on the alternate list; the applicant will haveto respondwlthfn10 days of ~ceiv the letter by returning the confirmation form, a completed medical history form, and fingerprint card Ina stamped, addressed envelope that is provided In themalllng..< .......... .'. . ...< i . 6. If we don't hear from the applicant by the date Identified, the applicant will be disqualified and Ineligible for service with the NCCC for this specific term of service. How long Is the seledlon process or how long will It take beforeUllld out the status OfmyappUcatlon? OUr goal is to complete the selection process within two months of receiving theappllcatJon.ThIs meanslhat two months after we receive an application, the applicant should know If heershe has been'acCeipted;plac:ed on the alternate list or not accepted. However, there ere many Instances when It may take longer than tWo months. ~t1. the ratio ofappllcants who actually get In? .... '., . .;. .. In the past five years, we have received approximately four appllcati. ens.. . for every avsnable member slot. ..' .' , . -,_.-" If I am ..signed to the altematellsl. what Is the probability thatlWlU be InVited to seMI?' We have Invited at least 50 percent, If not a great deal more; of alternates to serve. How long Is the Interview? .. . '" .. . ..... .., .' An Interview generally lasts between 30 to 45 minutes. The timing depends on the person Interviewhigyou andho you respond to the questions. '. .. Once the IntaNlew Is completed, when willi be notified of acceptance or denial? The applicant Is notified of the status of their Interview within three weeks after completing the Interview. What questions will be asked during the IntaNlew and how should I prepare for the IntervIew? The questions will focus on things that will help us determine your interest and willingness to serve In a residential, team-based service program, flexibility and adaptability, collaboration anc:l aCcountabl1lty and your personal goals. You can prepare for the Interview by finding out as much as possible about the NCCC program. You should respo to the Interview questions sincerely and honestly. http://www .americorps.org/for _ individuals/faq/index.asp Will It be a ar:oup Interview or on. on on. Interview? All Interviews are conducted by telephone one on one with an NCCC staff member or team leader. E X-nAbi ~ 11. 1> t\.~!> [, tf' '1 11/3/2005 AmeriCorps Page 4 of6 Can Is.rve with. friend? . Yes. We have a Serve with a Friend program that allows you to Identify a friend .who has also applledto the progn If both of you are accepted, you will be assigned to the same campus. However, you will not be assigned to the sa team. Each campus has Its own pollcles regarding roommates and IMng arrangements. Can I pick the campus that I want to go to? No. Campuses are assigned randomly. WIlli be placed at the campus that Is conducting the Interview? Possibly. Campus assignments are random. .. Can a person with a criminal background serve In the NCCC? . It depends on the offense. If someone has been found gunty of certain felonious criminal acts (i.e. acts of violence: or she would probably not be eligible for the NCCC program. Can I select my projects? No. Projects are developed by staff and assigned to teams In ways that vary from campus to campus. Willi be able to develop any projects? All members have a requirement to complete 80 Independent service hours (Included In the total 1,700 hour requirement). These are projects that members can develop and execute on their own. . .. Can the 80 Independent hours be completed In my home state during my vacation or other leaVe time? Yes. Members should coordinate all Independent service projects with the staff at the campus that Is responsible f. supporting members In this effort before they perfonn the service. this way the member will know beforehand if th proposed service activity will count towards the 80 hours required. How many project. will each team do? Each team will perfonn between four and six projects during the program year. Willi do a project In each of the selVlce areas? The NCCC will make every effort to provide teams with a wide range of project experiences, but there Is no guarar that 8 team will complete 8 project In every service area. What does "spike" mean? . . A spike Is a project that reqUires the team to establish temporary housing In the community where the project is be conducted because It Is too far. from the campus to travel to and from every day. SpIke accommodations have included camping, military facil~s, youth hostels, cabins, private residences, donnitories, ate. The team wllllive Ir that community for the duration of the project In whatever faclllties that are provIded. How do teams get to project sites? . Teams travel to the project site In a 15-passenger van. Some team members will be certified as drivers. Certlfied drivers must attend a driver's class and take a driver's test at the campus. These are the only members who will bl permitted to drive the NCCC vehicles. WIlli automaUcally be assigned to fire fighting? No. All members receive basic disaster relief training Ilke CPR and flrstald, but members must qualify for fire fighti training by successfully completing an endurance tesl Last year, approximately 16 percent of NCCC members we trained as firefighters. Is .It possible to receive college credit for partlclpaUng In AmerlCorpa? Some members In the past have received credit for their service experience, but that Is something that you must negotiate with your college or university. If I don't have my high school diploma, will the NCCC help me get my GED? Yes. All members will develop an Indlvldualleamlng plan at the beginning of the year that outtlnes their personal learning goals while they are In the program. NCCC staff will then help the member develop a plan to achieve tho~ personalleamlng goals, IncludIng getting aGED. What skills willi learn while In the program? Members will receive a variety of training and learn different skills through the service projects they perform. For Instance, members who build houses will leam the fundamentals about framing a house, Installing sheelrock, etc. Members who work with children In schools willleam about the most effective way to tutor In reading or math. Members will also receive CPRlArst AId and Disaster Relief certification training from the Red Cross, and leadersl connlct management, team-bulldlng, community buildIng, and other training. Are there other actMtle. that will eupport my educational or personal development while In tlieprogram? Members participate in service-learning Ictivltle. that are designed to Increase their understanding of the service t do, the communlUea Where they serve, and the Importance of civic responsibIlity. Examples of aervlctHeamlng activities Include doing research about a project thlt a team will do, particIpating In structured reflection sessions 8 h II . g!&'.' di'd Is/&'. . d E Xhi khi Ii tDQ.,Ae 7 .p t) ttp: www.amencorps.or lor_m VI ua laq/m ex.asp r () 11/3/2005 AmeriCorps Page 5 of6 keepIng a journal about the NCCC experience, and developing a service project portfolio at the cxmcJoslon of each project. This service project portfolio Is the WTltten record of the service experience and summarizes the project activities, rnembefs' experiences, and what was accomplished. Are members required to take a drug telt? Yes. AmerfCorps.NCCC Is a drug-free environment. All members are tested during the first week of reporting to th campus and randomly throughout the program year. Members who test positive for JIIegal drugs are dIsmissed fror the program. What are members' service hours? Service hours are set by the particular project to which the team has been assigned; therefore they may vary. The: - can range from serving three weeks straight for 12 to 14 hours a day (such as disaster relief work or fire fighting, where the need Is great) to serving hours that resemble more of a regular work week (Monday to Friday or Tuesde to Saturday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM). Willi have free time to do other things besides NCCC? . '. . ".' Yes. Whenever members are not at the project site or perfonnlng other NCCc-related actfvitles they will have free time. . ..... , Is there a way I can talk with someone who has already served? YoU can contact us at anccc<<:ocns.gov, or can us at 1-800-731-0002, and we will help you make a connection wit! someone who Is an alumni or Is O,mentfy serving. How can I best prepare for the NCCC? .'.. ..' Members should be ready to live and serve In a community setting with a highly diverse group of people. There wi ruJes and regulations to follow. flexibility, Initiative, and an open mind are key to having a successful ~Corps.NCCC experience. . . l. If accepted to the program willi have to pay for my transportation to the campus? AmerlCorpa.NCCC will pay for your transportation to the campus from your home of record and back home when have completed the program or whenever you leave the program pennanenUy. 00 AmerfCorpa"'NCCC members wear uniforms? Yes. You are required to wear a uniform. Uniforms are Issued to members when they report to the campus. The uniform colOfS are gray, black, and khaki. At a minimum, all members will receive the following Items: 1. SOU (battle dress uniform) pants-black & khaki 2. Khaki shorts 3. T-shirts (short and Iong-sleeve) 4. Polo shirts (short and long-sleeve) 5. Hooded sweatshirt 6. WInter parka .. 7. SteeI-toed work boots 8. Baseball cap' 9. Aeece vest 10. Coveralls Other uniform Items may also be provided depending on the campus where you are assigned. When do members wear uniforms? .'. Uniforms must be worn at all times when on duty. Duty times Include all service days" tralnlngdays"telm, unit anc community meetings, and while on desk or driver duty or any other time when representing AmerlCorps.NCCC. , .,.c~. Can. I bring my pets and personal Items like my cali phone and computer? Pets are sbictly prohibited. You may bring your cell phone and youreomputer; however you will be responsIble for "safekeeplng of these Items. Each campus has a computer lab for members and there are pay phones In the residence halls or dormitories where members live. , . Can. bring my car to the campus? . ' , Yes~ However, you will not be allowed to take your car with you when you go on a spIke project. Can my parents visit me at the camPUI, If I am selected to serve? Yea, but they cannot stay on the campus. They would have to stay in a hotel orwith frIends/famlfy off the campus. What kind of aupervlslon Is there at the camPUll? , Each campus Is fully staffed and led by a region diredol'. Members, assigned to teams, report dlrecUy. to a team leader, and teams are assigned to a unit that III lead by a unit leader. The unit leader Is directly responSible for the safety 8nd well-beIng of the members In his or her unit. Approximately 30 pei'aint of the staff are retiredmllllary peraonnel. E x.hibi t it t>tt5e, g fJf q · ", .' . http://www.arnericorps.orglfor _ individuals/faq/index.asp 11/3/2005 AmeriCorps Page 6 of6 What breaks or vacaUons do I get? . Members who attend the fall cycle will have a winter break that starts at the end of the year just before. Christmas t goes through the New Year. Members who attend the winter cycle will have a summer break that wiltoccur arou lie the 4th of July. There Is also a spring break that Is a long weekend (Friday and Monday off) that will Occur someti" In April or May depending on the campus. Members will also be off on certain other holidays such as Thanksgivjn~ tabor Day, and Memorial Day. III Printable P Contact Us I Newsletters I Site Map I Site Index I FlrstGov I Privacy I Accesslbllty ."E.'ID FOrA I No Fear Act I Federal Regrster Notlces I Site Notices Lastu~:Th~ay,November03.2005 .E >ehi.krit A rtt~e.. q of OJ http://www.americorps.orglfor_individuals/faq/index.asp 11/3/2005