Recruitment and Placement
Finding the right person for the right spot
Your members are the face of your organization, so it is no wonder that successful programs begin with effective recruitment and placement.
Recruitment is not just about interviewing. The process below will help you find, place, and keep the best qualified applicants for your available positions while also ensuring a rewarding experience for members, staff, clients, and partners.
In each step you'll find strategies and samples that have worked for other organizations. If you are new to AmeriCorps or VISTA, or want to improve your recruitment process, we advise you to read through these steps in order. Otherwise, go straight to the area of your current interest or need.
- Before you begin: Develop a recruitment plan
- Step 1: Identify your recruitment needs
- Step 2: Advertise and market your position
- Step 3: Screen and place applicants
- Step 4: Prepare for new members
Go on to Before You Begin-Develop a Recruitment Plan


