Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian ministry founded on the conviction that every man, woman and child should have a decent, safe and affordable place to live.
This is a 12-month Appalachia CARES/ AmeriCorp contract position at Habitat for Humanity Chattanooga. This position reports to the Sr. V.P. of Construction & Programs. The position is full time, Tuesday- Saturday, and includes work in the office, on construction sites, and in the construction warehouse. If hired, the contract includes a living stipend, educational award, and benefits.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Work on a Habitat construction site 3 days a week, site prep/ office work 2 days a week
- Assist with hands-on construction tasks, mostly on repair projects with some new construction work
- Manage materials on site, in the affiliate warehouse, and in storage trailers. Pick up and organize materials needed for projects.
- Lead small groups of volunteers while on the work sites.
- Use volunteer management techniques to facilitate positive experiences for volunteers and current and future homeowners working on site
- Collaborate with construction staff to identify skilled/enthusiastic volunteers and cultivate their involvement in Habitat’s work (i.e. encourage them to consider being trained as regular site leaders and/or returning volunteers).
- Maintain site safety through modeling of safety practices and guidelines, volunteer education, and site monitoring. Attend safety trainings with the construction staff.
- Participate in regular planning and debriefing meetings as needed.
- On occasion, member may participate in larger community projects such as lot clean ups, community gardens, etc.
- Attend and participate in select affiliate events; responsibilities may include set up, cleanup, and engaging with attendees
Educational Background:
High School diploma or equivalent
Skills/Experience:
- Valid Driver’s License and ability to meet host site’s insurance requirements
- Construction experience, especially repair/ rehab work
- Experience with power tools
- Ability to drive large pick-up trucks
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Experience working as a member of a team
- Experience working with volunteers or teaching/group facilitation experience
- Knowledge of community development practices
- Physical requirements for this position
- Ability to be on one’s feet for extended periods of time, often on rough and uneven terrain
- Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. on a regular basis
- Ability to work on ladders and heights of up to two-stories
- Ability to work in varying weather conditions
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
May 18 2019
Active Until:
Jun 18 2019
Hiring Organization:
Habitat for Humanity International
industry:
Nonprofit