45 CFR §2556.625

1. (a)A leader makes a full-time commitment to serve as a leader, without regard to regular working hours, for a minimum of one year.
2. (b)To the maximum extent practicable, a leader must live among and at the economic level of the low-income community served by the project.
3. (c)A leader aids the communication of VISTA policies and administrative procedures to VISTAs.
4. (d)A leader assists with the leadership development of VISTAs.
5. (e)A leader is a resource in the development and delivery of training for VISTAs.
6. (f)A leader may assist the sponsor with recruitment and preparation for the arrival of VISTAs.
7. (g)A leader may advise a supervisor on potential problem areas and needs of VISTAs.
8. (h)A leader aids VISTAs in the development of effective working relationships and understanding of VISTA program concepts.
9. (i)A leader may aid the supervisor and sponsor in directing or focusing the VISTA project to best address the community's needs.
10. (j)A leader may serve as a collector of data for performance measures of the project and the VISTAs.
11. (k)A leader is prohibited from supervising VISTAs. A leader is also prohibited from handling or managing, on behalf of the project, personnel-related matters affecting VISTAs. Personnel-related matters affecting VISTAs must be managed and handled by the project and in coordination with the appropriate AmeriCorps Region Office.