Join Our Team
The Arras Foundation aims to build a healthier community by weaving together community assets – people, places, and organizations. Based in Lancaster, South Carolina, the work we do is focused on youth development, community investment, open dialogue, partnership building, and the gathering and sharing of resources.
Why join our team?
When you join the Arras Foundation, you join a staff and Board dedicated to strengthening the communities of Lancaster County, Fort Lawn, and Great Falls, South Carolina. You join a team that is heavily involved in the community and that works every day to help residents see the positive potential our region holds.
Our team’s consistent presence and support has allowed us to earn the trust of the communities we serve while also continuing to learn and adapt to their evolving needs. In order for our staff to support our community, we must ensure that our staff members also feel supported – both at work and outside of work. For full-time, non-exempt positions, we offer a competitive salary and a full benefits package, including Paid Time Off, Holidays, Insurance (health, dental, vision, life, long-term disability), 401(k), and training and development opportunities.
Current Openings
Are YOU a recent or soon-to-be college graduate eager to make an impact?
The Arras College Advising Corps (ACAC) is seeking College & Career Advisers to serve in Chester and Lancaster County (South Carolina) high schools for the 2026-2027 school year. ACAC Advisers work closely with students and families to help plan for “life after high school.” Since 2017, ACAC advisers have helped thousands of students realize their professional goals and dreams for higher education. Recent college grads looking to make a difference in the lives of young adults are encouraged to apply!
Job Description:
ACAC advisers are assigned to serve directly in public high schools in Lancaster and Chester County, South Carolina.
As an adviser, you will:
- Improve and transform students’ lives
- Gain hands-on experience in community improvement and engagement
- Develop highly transferable skills in leadership, problem-solving, and event planning
- Network with leaders in K-12 education, higher education, community-based organizations, and state government
- Participate in professional development opportunities
IMPORTANT NOTE:
This is NOT a position at the Arras Foundation office. In your cover letter, please indicate the county (or counties) in which you would be willing to serve (Chester and/or Lancaster, SC). Advisers must currently live or be willing to relocate to their county/area of service.
Please contact Program Director, Savannah Crosby, at scrosby@arrasfoundation.org with any questions.
Posting date: July 21, 2026
Please review the job posting for the Program & Events Manager here.
Interested parties should email jobs@arrasfoundation.org with your resume and cover letter. Please mention “Program & Events Manager” in the email subject line.
Application Deadline: August 10, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply early. Early submission is strongly encouraged.