AmeriCorps VISTA ReStore Development Coordinator

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This member would help us achieve our primary goal of raising funds for HFH by working to increase the amount of projects for our Building Material Recovery program BMR. BMR is a deconstruction program to save building materials from going to the landfill either by diverting them for sale at the ReStore or for reuse in a Habitat home. It is essential that we spend the time and energy needed to develop relationships with new potential donors and bring more stock into our stores. This position would work directly with our BMR Manager to upgrade our systems, outreach for new sources of projects, and collaborate with the city and county to assess new sources through their new online deconstruction platform. This affects the community on a few levels; one is that by providing more income for the building of HFH homes we help provide low income housing opportunities for families in need. We also divert over 8 million pounds of materials from the landfill each year; saving valuable resources, and energy. We also are able to provide low cost materials to families that may otherwise lack the resources to improve their homes.

Responsibilities:

• Work with BMR Manager to identify new target projects through online research, city and county agencies, connections, and mining existing donors for connections.
• Contact new businesses and build new relationships.
• Attend area association and business events to create new contacts and follow up as needed.
• Work with BMR Manager to identify greatest needs and opportunities for development. Develop, implement, and document sustainable marketing and outreach strategies designed to increase unrestricted revenue as a result of increased #s of projects and volunteers
• Coordinate and/or implement public speaking engagements to recruit volunteers and increase community and donor awareness of BMR
• Complete the reporting and timesheet requirements of the AmeriCorps program in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner.
• Arrive on time and ready to serve, and promote the mission, goals and values of the AmeriCorps program.
• Share in Habitat for Humanity Mission and advocate positively
• Become familiar with Habitat store products to maximize on-site recovery of sellable items.

Required:

• Age 18 or older
• A U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Interest in and commitment to low-income homeownership
  • Basic knowledge of building material and building processes
• Valid Driver’s License and a clean driving record with willingness to drive to visit possible donors, attend events, and meet with managers at stores
• Prior experience volunteering and supervising volunteers a plus
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, research, Google apps, social media, mobile and tablet devices
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Experience working as a member of a team
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs. worth of tabling materials for booths and information tables
• Ability to stand up for 2-4 hours at a time while attending networking events or standing behind information booths
• Ability to sit at a desk and computer for extended periods of time

AmeriCorps VISTA members receive a living allowance, education award upon completion of the service year, health benefits and childcare benefits if eligible.

• Living allowance - $927 per month
• Education award - $5,550 upon successful completion of service or end-of-service stipend of $1,500 after the successful completion of service

To apply, submit a motivational statement along with your resume to: marianne@habitatportlandmetro.org with "HFH AmeriCorps" in the subject by Wednesday, September 3, at 5:00 p.m.

Habitat for Humanity Portland/Metro East revitalizes neighborhoods, builds affordable and sustainable homes, and empowers families through successful homeownership. Habitat for Humanity Portland/Metro East is an independent affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, a global home building movement. Habitat welcomes people from all walks of life to partner in serving families in need and creating a better community for everyone who lives here.