Job Description
Habitat for Humanity of Washington, D.C. & Northern Virginia (Habitat DC-NOVA) seeks an individual to join our team as a ReStore Volunteer Engagement Fellow.
The ReStore Volunteer Fellow works directly with the Habitat DC-NOVA Volunteer and Community Engagement Manager and ReStore staff to support the volunteer experience in the ReStores. They will move between the Chantilly and Alexandria ReStores every other week to provide oversight and assistance to the volunteers. This role is instrumental in ensuring a high-quality volunteer experience in the ReStores so that volunteers feel connected to our mission and the larger Habitat community.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Habitat DC-NOVA strives to foster a collaborative, support, and flexible work environment with a dynamic and passionate team that is committed to creating affordable homeownership opportunities for everyone.
The hourly range for this position is $20-$24/hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications,
along with a $150 monthly transportation stipend. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package
including healthcare benefits, vision benefits, dental benefits, life and disability insurance, retirement
savings plan with an employer contribution, generous paid time off, and more.
ABOUT HABITAT DC-NOVA
Habitat for Humanity of Washington, D.C. & Northern Virginia (Habitat DC-NOVA) believes that everyone deserves a safe, decent, and affordable place to call home. We help families with low and moderate incomes build strength, stability, and self-reliance by creating and preserving affordable homeownership. While we are best known for building and selling affordable homes, we do so much more: we repair existing homes, mobilize and advocate in support of pro-housing policies and solutions, provide homeowner financial education, and engage thousands of volunteers across the region. Our work brings together local families, community partners, volunteers, faith-based organizations, companies, and individuals to serve families in need of shelter. Habitat DC-NOVA launched in 2022 when DC Habitat and Habitat NOVA combined to become a single, regional organization. You can learn more about our work at habitatdcnova.org.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide daily orientation to volunteers in the ReStore(s)
Offers a high level of volunteer service by answering individual ReStore volunteer questions, providing supervision and orientation, and supporting volunteer needs throughout their experience
Manage the administration of court-ordered volunteerism on a timely basis, including intake and verification letters
Assists the ReStore staff in determining volunteer tasks and offering oversight and direction
Work with staff to plan volunteer appreciation events for ReStore volunteers
Create necessary collateral to improve communication around the volunteer experience
Performs outreach to individual volunteers and groups in the community
Support the growth of the 'ReStore Volunteer Leadership' program in the ReStores
Provides on-site VolunteerHub support for the staff
QUALIFICATIONS:
Meet physical demands of job, requiring the ability to sit, walk, carry, push, pull, lift up to 30 pounds, and climb and bend.
Proven ability to handle multiple tasks in a busy workplace environment
Excellent organizational and communications skills
Exceptional tact and excellent customer service skills
Strong relationship building skills
A team player, with the ability to work independently with limited supervision
The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, customers and volunteers.
Ability to relate to and work with individuals of diverse races, cultures, faiths and income and skill levels
Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion
One-year commitment to serve Habitat DC-NOVA
Regular check-ins with supervisor to develop goals and explore professional development opportunities
Membership in Habitat Young Professional network to attend social events and professional development opportunities
Temporary 12-month, non-exempt (40 hrs. per week)
SCHEDULE: Tuesday - Saturday (T-F: 10:00am - 6:00pm; Sa: 9am - 5pm) Alternate weeks b/w Chantilly and Alexandria ReStore
COMPENSATION: This position offers an hourly rate of $20-$24, commensurate with
experience and qualifications, along with a $150 monthly transportation stipend.
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How to Apply
TO APPLY:
Please submit a resume and cover letter with your desired salary to John Cuevas at [email protected]. Include "ReStore Volunteer Engagement Fellow" in the subject line. You may also apply online via our postings.