How To Become A North Avenue Community Ambassador
How to Apply
Program Timeline
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March 18, 2024: Applications Launch.
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Apply Today Postion Available
We’re inviting dedicated individuals with significant community involvement and connections to apply for the position of Community Ambassador. If you have a broad reach within your community, affiliations with community-based organizations, and a passion for enacting positive change, this opportunity is for you. Please submit your application by the deadline to ensure consideration. Late submissions may not be accepted.
Program Overview:
The North Avenue Community Ambassador Program is a strategic initiative designed to enhance safety, promote economic growth, community cleanup and beautification, and connect residents with local resources with visible patrols. By recruiting and training community members who are passionate about their neighborhood’s development, the program equips ambassadors with the skills needed to engage effectively in these areas, fostering a safer, more attractive, and economically vibrant North Avenue.
Roles and Responsibilities:
As a Community Ambassador, you will receive extensive training in various essential areas, including customer service, trauma-informed care, health and safety practices, and empowerment strategies. This role involves a one-year commitment, during which you will engage directly with residents, businesses, community organizations, and other stakeholders to create a safer, more vibrant North Avenue.
Training and Commitment:
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Training: Ambassadors will participate in 12 hours of paid training starting in May 2024, encompassing three sessions, an orientation, and a CAP-specific workshop.
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Position Type: This part-time, in-person role is critical for meaningful community engagement. Virtual participation may be explored depending on the program’s needs.
Eligibility:
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Open to individuals deeply involved in and committed to their communities.
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Public employees are eligible, subject to review based on specific employment circumstances.
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While living in the target area is not a prerequisite, strong connections to the community you will serve are highly advantageous.
Benefits:
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Competitive stipend for your commitment and service.
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Paid training to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge.
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Certificate of Completion at the end of your term.
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The unique opportunity to significantly impact your community’s safety and vibrancy.
Requirements for Selected Candidates:
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Must provide a valid photo ID (passport, driver’s license, or state ID).
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Must provide a Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) for tax purposes, with a Form 1099 issued for the 2024 tax year.
- Must have the ability and actually walk up to a 1 mile radius within the assigned community area.
Application Submission:
Take this step to make a tangible difference in your community. Apply now to become a North Avenue Community Ambassador. We encourage you to share this opportunity with others who might be interested in joining our efforts to enhance community safety and vitality.