Join the CRC Team

Thank you for your interest in working with us! Please check this page for any open staff and AmeriCorps VISTA positions. We regularly update our open positions and are always looking for volunteers to join our statewide network.

CRC is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Community Resource Center believes that working towards diversity, equity, and inclusivity in all that we do is more than just a nonprofit best practice – it is an ethical imperative. It is at the core of our values and is instrumental in advancing our mission. We are committed to the ongoing process of fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment within Community Resource Center and throughout our partnerships with individuals, organizations, and networks across Colorado.

Community Resource Center Positions

About CRC  

CRC’s Core Ideology  

Vision: Colorado is a place where non-profits, no matter their size or location, have the resources to enrich the communities they serve today and tomorrow. 

Mission: Community Resource Center empowers non-profits across Colorado to identify and address community needs through connections, convenings, and capacity building. 

Core Values and Value Statements 

  • Belonging- We believe strong, stable communities center inclusion and belonging. 
  • Collaboration -We practice collaboration and cooperation. 
  • Community – We strive to provide opportunities for participants and partners to engage where they are, not where we are. 
  • Excellence – We accept as true that we are all better when we are all better. 
  • Transparency – We work to build a culture of trust and authenticity throughout our work. 
  • Stewardship -We model our values internally and externally to support one another and build strong communities. 

Strategic Priorities 

  • CRC empowers individuals and non-profit organizations through training, knowledge sharing and access to resources so they may identify and address pressing issues in their communities. 
  • CRC strengthens the capacity of our partners so they can better actualize their missions through an equity lens. 
  • CRC convenes funders, organizations, and individuals across Colorado to meet communities where they are and catalyze community-centered change. 
  • CRC invests in our organizational well-being to provide a model for stability and non-profit strength  

Position Summary:   

The Manager of Programs & Education plays a central role in ensuring that CRC’s programming is delivered with excellence, integrity, and alignment to our mission and values. This position is responsible for the oversight, coordination, and implementation of CRC’s key programing, including the Rural Action Network® suite of offerings, and CRC’s education and leadership development programing.  

Working in close partnership with CRC’s leadership team, this role ensures that program design and delivery are responsive to community needs, grounded in data, and aligned with organizational strategy. The Manager of Programs & Education also supervises the Program Coordinator(s) and helps build and maintain a network of trusted consultants, contractors, interns and volunteers to support program implementation.  

This is a highly collaborative and dynamic role that requires the ability to manage multiple priorities, think strategically, and work across teams to ensure high-impact, mission-aligned programming across Colorado.  

This full-time exempt position reports to the Director of Programs and Development. 

 

Essential Responsibilities:  

Program Strategy & Delivery  

  • Lead the implementation of CRC’s program portfolio, including Rural Action Network® and statewide education, leadership, capacity-building trainings, and convenings in Colorado Communities.   
  • Ensure that program offerings reflect CRC’s values.  
  • Collaborate with CRC’s leadership team to align programs with organizational goals, funding priorities, and emerging community needs.  
  • Develop and manage program plans, timelines, and workflows to ensure effective and efficient execution.   

Data, Evaluation & Continuous Improvement  

  • Monitor program data and feedback to assess outcomes, identify trends, and support strategic adjustments.  
  • Participate in collaborative decision-making with CRC’s leadership team to ensure data-informed strategy.  
  • Ensure programs are accessible, inclusive, and reflect the strengths and needs of Colorado’s rural and historically underrepresented communities.  

Cross-Functional Collaboration  

  • Work closely and collaboratively with the leadership team to support funder relationships, report on outcomes, and shape future program strategy.  
  • Partner with Program Managers to ensure strong program messaging, outreach, and data collection.  
  • Serve as a bridge between program staff and CRC’s leadership, ensuring shared understanding of goals, progress, and learning.  

Supervision & Collaboration  

  • Supervise, coach, and support Program Coordinator(s), providing clarity, mentorship, and accountability.  
  • In collaboration with CRC’s leadership team, recruit, train, and steward program volunteers, consultants, and contractors.  
  • Support the onboarding and mentorship of seasonal interns and volunteers contributing to CRC programming.  
  • Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, encouraging teamwork and engagement.  
  • Assign tasks, set priorities, and monitor progress to ensure smooth operations and optimal productivity.  
  • Provide training and guidance to team members to enhance their skills and knowledge, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.  
  • Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and legal guidelines.  
  • Review and manage time off requests, time sheets, and expenses.  
  • Provide regular feedback, conduct performance evaluations, and offer coaching and development opportunities.  
  • Assist with recruiting, interviewing, onboarding and offboarding staff, volunteers and/or interns.  

Other Responsibilities:  

  • Contribute to special projects, strategic planning, and organizational learning as a member of CRC’s broader team.  
  • Respond respectfully and effectively to people of all cultures, classes, races, ethnic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and faiths or religions in a manner that recognizes, affirms, and values the worth of individuals.  
  • Move CRC’s Mission forward while upholding and incorporating CRC’s Core Ideology & Values.  
  • Due to organizational size, CRC is a highly collaborative work environment. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. There may be other duties needed to drive our mission and meet our strategic goals.  
  • Active and collaborative participation in meetings and convenings.  
  • Respond to internal and external communications in a timely manner with the usual responses taking place within 24 hours. 
  • Maintain up to date calendar and adhere to organizational meeting norms and communication protocols. 
  • Represent CRC at public events, trainings, and sector-wide gatherings as needed.  

 

Position Requirements:  

  • Participation in quarterly CRC all staff in person events which may require travel  
  • Colorado residency  
  • Provide proof of legal ability to work in the United State of America  
  • Provide two references  
  • Ability to work remotely with reliable Internet service and a reasonable remote workspace to conduct business calls  
  • Access to reliable transportation to travel to Denver Headquarters, partner sites and business events  

  

Skills Required:  

  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills  
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills  
  • Proficient with O365, Canva, Word Press, Hootsuite, Adobe, Constant Contact, and Salesforce  
  • Expert level knowledge of online facilitation in ZOOM, TEAMS and Google. 
  • Proficient with Google e Suite 
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams and support professional growth in staff and volunteers.  
  • Highly collaborative and communicative, with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.  

 

Skills Preferred:  

  • Bi-lingual  
  • Customer Relationship Management Systems Experience, preferably Bloomerang. 
  • Experience with Human Resource Information System and Payroll System, preferably PayCom. 

 

Qualification Requirements – Educations and/or Equivalent Experience  

  • 3+ years of experience in nonprofit program management, education, or leadership development.  
  • 3+ years of experience with project management, with a proven ability to manage multiple programs and deadlines simultaneously.  
  • 3+ years experience with volunteer and/or staff supervision. Experience using data to drive program design, evaluation, and improvement.  
  • 2+ Familiarity with rural communities, capacity-building, or nonprofit infrastructure is a plus.  
  • A commitment to equity, accessibility, and the values of community-driven work.  

 

Work Location, Schedule, and Environment:  

  • Remote work 
  • CRC uses E-Verify to confirm work eligibility in the United States. E-Verify compares the information you provided on your Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to official government records  
  • Flexibility and capacity to work in a fast paced, fluid, changing work environment  
  • Administrative tasks will require work in a home office or office setting  
  • Working on a computer for multiple hours at a time, sitting or standing  
  • Wearing a mask when required by CRC policies  
  • Bending, twisting, and lifting associated with event site setup  
  • Indoor/outdoor work with varying temperatures and noise levels at large events  
  • Regular statewide travel with overnight stays, often in rural and frontier communities. 
  • Typical Work Schedule is Monday- Friday business hours with some evenings and weekends 

  

Compensation:  

Annual Salary Pay Range: $60,000. – $75,000. 

Bi-weekly pay periods 

Benefits:  

Full-time Regular Benefits: Health Time 2.77 hours per pay period, Personal Time 4.92 hours per Pay Period, 13 CRC Holidays, Long Term Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, opportunity to participate in simple IRA plan with 3% company match, $18.47 bi-weekly reimbursement for internet/phone, and on the first day of the month following hire, eligible for participation in an ICHRA with up to $320 monthly reimbursement towards marketplace medical plans. 

EEO Statement:  

CRC is an equal opportunity employer. CRC is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, AmeriCorps VISTAs, volunteers, and program participants. CRC welcomes applications from all, and strongly encourage women, people of color, people with disabilities, immigrants, and LGBTQIA+ people to apply.  

How to apply: 

External applicants email a letter of interest and a summary of qualifications to (April-Dawn Knudsen ceo@crcamerica.org ).  

Internal applicants email a letter of interest and a summary of qualifications to (April-Dawn Knudsen ceo@crcamerica.org ) and TC McCracken, Employment Practices Advisor, (tc.mccracken@crcamerica.org ) within 24 hours. 

AmeriCorps Volunteers in Service to America Members (VISTA) Positions

CRC will begin accepting applications in late summer 2025 for four AmeriCorps VISTA Members to serve in our GrantCorps program in 2026.

CRC hosts AmeriCorps VISTA Members that work alongside organizations across Colorado as part of the GrantCorps program. A significant and ongoing challenge faced by small, rural-based, and BIPOC-led and serving nonprofits is access to grant funding. Often, smaller organizations lack the capacity to conduct research for, write, and develop systems for management and reporting on grants. The GrantCorps VISTAs will combat this barrier by engaging with rural nonprofits addressing poverty and will help build their capacity through fund development, research and grant writing.

We have two positions through the AmeriCorps VISTA program: 

  • Statewide Data Analyst GrantCorps VISTA
  • GrantCorps Grantwriting Specialist VISTA 
    • More information on VISTA can be found here: AmeriCorps VISTA | AmeriCorps
    • To apply for open VISTA Member positions across the country, visit: https://my.americorps.gov/
    • Or contact AmeriCorps VISTA Headquarters at: VISTAoutreach@americorps.gov

Community Resource Center is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a commitment to affirmative action principles. People of color, women, immigrants and refugees, LGBTQ+ people, and people from low-income backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

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CRC supports service that strengthens Colorado communities and communities throughout the nation. National service alumni are strong leaders who are motivated, flexible, innovative, and outcome-oriented. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Internship Positions

CRC is accepting Internship Applications for the 2024-2025 Academic Year. Below, please find information on open internship opportunties, position descriptions, and instructions on how to apply.

We envision a Colorado where human service nonprofits are actively engaged in nonpartisan advocacy and civic engagement. We strive towards a state in which the political power and influence of the nonprofit sector is strengthened. We seek to empower and train marginalized communities to have a voice about the policy decisions that affect them most. We envision the individual power of people combined with the collective power of the sector, to help create more healthy and just communities for all.

Community Resource Center’s mission is to create opportunities, tools and strategies to develop nonprofits and community groups to strengthen Colorado. We provide a continuum of services throughout the entire state of Colorado that develop leadership, convene communities and provide critical resources to nonprofits doing life-changing and life-saving work.

The Participation Project and Root Causes Network are programs of Community Resource Center (CRC). The Participation Project (PP) provides guidance, training, and support to human service nonprofits in their nonpartisan civic engagement efforts. The PP has grown into a network of more than 40 service providers statewide who together serve nearly one million low-income Coloradans. All populations represented are low-income, and many come from other traditionally marginalized communities, including communities of color, immigrants and refugees, LBGTQ+ communities, and single mothers. Through this program, the Participation Project provides the necessary support for human service nonprofits to offer nonpartisan voter engagement efforts to their clients and communities through voter registration, Pledge to Vote, and Get Out the Vote activities

“Many of the individuals who come to Denver Urban Ministries for services feel forgotten and abandoned by their communities, and by their leaders and decision-makers. Registering to vote is the most basic and simple way to make your voice heard and share your opinions. By voting you say I’m here, I exist and I matter.”
– PP Partner Agency

The Root Causes Network provides a permanent infrastructure to build the capacity of service providers to advance inclusive and community-centered policy. The Network creates formal and ongoing space for members to convene, and advance their skills and knowledge. When mobilized, nonprofits play a vital role in our state’s political and policy landscape. Nonpartisan efforts to engage those most directly impacted by policy decisions garner better policy outcomes, improved client outcomes, and a more effective nonprofit sector in advocating on behalf of communities in need of a political voice.

Internship Description

Community Resource Center seeks two interns to join our vibrant team for the 2024-2025 academic year and assist human service nonprofits in nonpartisan advocacy and voter engagement efforts through the Participation Project and the Root Causes Network. Ideal candidates will have 10-15 hours a week of availability for the months of August through May. Exact work schedule will be set with the Program Manger prior to starting, and all work hours will remain within CRC’s regular business hours 8:00 – 5:00 PM Monday-Friday. Start and end dates are flexible, and all work is currently being conducted remotely. We are following CDC guidelines and will resume in office work when it is safe to do so.

Intern Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Assist in outreach and recruitment efforts for advocacy and voter engagement efforts
• Assist in providing overall program support and coordination
• Operations support including administrative and communications efforts
• Assist in program design and implementation of Root Causes Network and training curriculum
• Regular check-ins with Program Manager, weekly plans, and quarterly evaluations
• Other duties as assigned

Desired Skills and Qualifications:
• Basic understanding of the nonprofit sector and public policy advocacy or strong ability/interest to learn
• Basic understanding of, or interest in learning about, voter engagement tactics, including voter registration, voter education, and Get Out the Vote activities
• Basic understanding of, or strong interest in learning about how human service nonprofits engage in systems change work using an equity lens

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking
  •  Enthusiastic leadership and the ability to motivate others to act
  •  Detail oriented with effective planning and time management skills
  •  Ability to work independently with broad guidance, and self-manage

To apply: please submit a resume and letter of interest explaining your relevant experience to jobs@crcamerica.org with ‘Graduate Intern’ as the subject line.

Community Resource Center is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a commitment to affirmative action principles. People of color, women, immigrants and refugees, LGBTQ+ people, and people from low-income backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Volunteer With Us!

CRC believes in the power of volunteers to greatly impact the work and reach of the nonprofit sector. Our volunteers build the capacity of individuals, organizations and networks across the state. CRC’s volunteers are community leaders, local government officials, statewide grant makers, young professionals, nonprofit executives, students and mentors all with a vested interest in building the capacity and lifting up the work of Colorado’s diverse communities.

How do I get started?

Do you want to be part of CRC’s large scale impact within our state’s nonprofit community? We are always looking for dedicated volunteers to help us further our reach and impact! Please check below for our open volunteer opportunities. Looking to contribute a specific skill or expertise? We are always happy to work with you to fulfill your interests!

Please complete the volunteer application below and we will follow up with you!

Colorado Grants Guide® Research Volunteer Position

The Colorado Grants Guide Research Volunteer will help develop and manage the Colorado Grants Guide® by updating the live database and researching funders who provide support to Colorado nonprofits and communities using public information like organizational websites and accessing annual reports, IRS tax documents, and other financial information. You will gain in-depth knowledge of the Colorado and national grantmaking landscape and strengthen research skills necessary to sustain a nonprofit organization.

Location:

This is a fully remote position.

Major Responsibilities:

· Efficiently research and update funder profiles using a variety of online and public resources

· Work with proprietary and confidential information

· Communicate with the Program Coordinator to ensure profile accuracy

· Provide insight and expertise as we launch our new platform

· Help develop new strategies and opportunities that can benefit the subscriber’s experience

Qualifications:

· General computer and online research proficiency

· Data entry experience preferred

· Self-motivated with excellent analytical skills

· Highly organized and detail oriented

· Access to a computer and Internet

Commitment:

Weekly schedule is flexible. A minimum commitment of 2 hours (including check-in) per week for 8 weeks is required.

Support:

· Training for this position will be provided

· Weekly check-in for questions and guidance

To Apply:

Please complete the Application Form. Applications accepted on an ongoing basis.

Benefits:

· Gain insight on how to research and sustain a nonprofit organization

· Free access to onsite CRC-led trainings and workshops.

· Virtual networking opportunities

· CRC swag

CRC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, AmeriCorps VISTAs, volunteers and program participants. We welcome applications from all, and strongly encourage women, people of color, people with disabilities, immigrants, and LGBTQ+ people to apply.

Colorado Grants Guide® Research Volunteer Application

For more information, please contact:

jobs@crcamerica.org