Apply Now for Our 2012-13 Team

58% of young people do not believe they can make a difference.  Do you want to be a statistic — or change the statistics?


Impact Alabama is currently accepting applications for full-time, one year positions beginning in August 2012.

Individuals who work with Impact Alabama spend a year of service after graduation at a unique, nationally recognized organization fighting poverty in Alabama.  Impact seeks highly motivated, talented graduates to fill full-time positions that implement and oversee our signature initiatives.

Position Responsibilities

When you work with FocusFirst, you will
-learn how to use a technologically advanced photo optic-scan camera
-lead college students on vision screenings in all 67 counties statewide
-assist in the analysis of screening results to ensure follow-up care is provided to all children failing the screenings

When you work with SaveFirst, you will
-become certified as a Volunteer Tax Preparer
-recruit and train college students to prepare taxes and manage their service at community-based tax preparation sites
-work with community partners to establish free tax sites statewide and solidify service-learning opportunities on college campuses

When you work with CollegeFirst, you will
-recruit and train students to tutor and mentor AP high school students
-provide support to AP teachers in the implementation of a three-week summer program for AP high school students

When you work with SpeakFirst, you will
-coach practices and coordinate college preparation activities for team members
-supervise students at debate tournaments across Alabama and the Southeast
-implement a weeklong summer orientation and leadership program
-coordinate field trips to cultural attractions throughout Alabama

How to Apply

Email the following documents to Stephen Black:
-Cover Letter that speaks to why you want to work with Impact Alabama and what experiences and skills will make you an effective team member.
-Resume including full name, email address, and phone number
-Transcript (unofficial or official) listing post-secondary academic coursework and grades

If email is unavailable, these documents may be mailed to

Impact Alabama
c/o Stephen Black
1901 6th Ave N, Suite 2400
Birmingham, AL 35203

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please email Stephen Black or call us at (205) 934-0664.

Terms of Service

Impact Alabama is an AmeriCorps® Program.  When you serve with Impact Alabama, you will receive the following:

-monthly living stipend
-comprehensive health coverage
-$5,550 educational award upon completion of term of service
-assistance in locating housing
-mileage reimbursement

Positions with Impact Alabama last one year, beginning in August, and are based in Birmingham or Tuscaloosa.  You will have the opportunity to travel statewide.

Reasonable Accommodations

Impact welcomes applications from people with disabilities. We have taken steps to make our work facilities barrier-free and accessible as defined by state and federal statutes. We have sought to identify the essential functions and physical requirements of all distinct jobs at Impact and will make reasonable accommodations through scheduling, task reassignment, and other methods to accommodate applicants and employees with disabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Nondiscrimination Policy

We cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all employees.  We are firmly committed to maintaining a work atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.  Impact is an equal opportunity employer.  It is our strong belief that equal opportunity for all employees is central to the continuing success of our organization.   We will not discriminate against an employee, applicant for employment, or service recipient because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, color, gender identity characteristics or expression, marital status, veteran status, or medical condition in hiring, promotion, demotion, training, benefits, transfers, layoffs, terminations, recommendations, rates of pay, or other forms of compensation.