Individual Placement Partners
How IP Partnerships Work
- To participate in this program, you must be a nonprofit or governmental organization based in Wisconsin or the Upper Midwest that is focused on natural resource conservation or environmental education.
- WisCorps and the partner organization will work together to negotiate the terms of the Placement Agreement.
- The partner organization will work with WisCorps to write a Position Description that fits the needs of the organization and aligns with WisCorps AmeriCorps grant requirements.
- WisCorps’ partner organization will actively recruit potential candidates who meet the qualifications specified in the position description. WisCorps will post the Position Announcement on our website, and social media pages and will populate various job boards. Partner organizations are strongly encouraged to broadcast the Position Announcement on their website(s) and social media pages as well.
- WisCorps will conduct first interviews with potential placement candidates. Should the candidate clear the basic requirements and wish to proceed, he/she/they will interview with the partner organization. The partner organization will make the final decision on which candidate they would like to hire. If an applicant is not hired, the contract is null.
- WisCorps will execute all steps of the onboarding process once the AmeriCorps Member is selected, including a Member Service Agreement, payroll tax information, background checks, and enrollment in AmeriCorps. WisCorps will also provide a mandatory AmeriCorps orientation on the Member’s first day.
- After the orientation day, the Member will be turned over to the Placement Site to provide daily oversight, a manageable workload, and tasks that align with the position description.
- WisCorps will provide periodic check-ins (remote and in-person) with the Member, approve timesheets, mail bi-weekly living stipend checks, and AmeriCorps-related support. All members are required to complete an end-of-term evaluation. Some members are required to complete a midterm evaluation. Additional terms and information are detailed in the Placement Agreement
Frequently Asked Questions
What does WisCorps provide in an Individual Placement Partnership? +-
WisCorps Provides:
- Customized position descriptions based on YOUR needs
- Recruitment strategies
- Seasonal or year-long AmeriCorps members
- Worker’s compensation for all members
- Health insurance for 1,700-hour members
- Administrative support
- Site visits
- Uniforms
What does the Placement Site provide in an Individual Placement Partnership? +-
Partners Provide:
- A dedicated onsite AmeriCorps member mentor (supervisor)
- A service location with office access for the Member
- Funding to cover 75% of the total cost of the AmeriCorps member
- Placement Sites are allowed to provide housing accommodations or meals should they have the means and or infrastructure to do, but it is not required.
What is the cost to hire an Individual Placement Member? +-
The cost to hire an Individual Placement Member depends on how many hours of service they will complete during their term. A Member serving 40-hours per week can finish a 450-hour term in about 12 weeks or a 1700-hour term in about 46 weeks. Part-time service terms may also be available.
Pricing ranges from $5,500 to $21,000.
What are the payment terms? +-
The first payment of 50% of the total balance will be invoiced at the signing of the agreement and will be due before the Member’s start date. The second payment of the remaining balance is due 90 days after the Member’s first day of service. WisCorps is happy to discuss alternative payment terms if needed.
Where can I get more information? +-
If you have questions or would prefer to set a meeting, please email Eric Robertson.
Ready to Partner?
If you’re ready to become a partner, reach out to Eric Robertson, Director of WisCorps.