Habitat for Humanity Central Arizona Deconstruction Coordinator
AmeriCorps
Type of organization:
Human Services
Location:
Phoenix, Arizona
Job category:
AmeriCorps State and National
Time commitment:
Half Time (900 hours)
Compensation:
Stipend (Paid)
Position modality:
On-site position
Position description
Last updated 3 weeks 4 days ago
Deconstruction Coordinator:
The deconstruction coordinator assists with the implementation of the Habitat organization’s deconstruction program in order to reuse and recycle materials as a green alternative to landfills. They help lead volunteers and homeowners in the removal of sellable items from remodel projects while raising awareness of sustainable building practices.
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Qualifications
Required qualifications:
- be a U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident
- at least 18 or older and
- have a high school diploma or GED.
Preferred qualifications:
- Knowledge of and willingness to promote the mission and activities of Habitat for Humanity International and AmeriCorps.
- Ability to work with a diverse group of people.
- Strong verbal communication skills.
- Experience working with volunteers, instructing individuals or facilitating groups.
- Experience working as a member of a team.
- Basic experience with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel.
- Current valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
- Ability to drive large pickup trucks (or willingness to learn).
Physical requirements:
- Ability to be on one’s feet for extended periods of time, often on rough and uneven terrain.
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis.
- Ability to work on ladders and heights up to two stories.
- Ability to work in varying weather conditions. (Sites are often not heated during winter and not air-conditioned during summer.)
Service site requirements:
- Service site is an active construction site, often with rough and uneven terrain. Members will serve both indoors and outdoors during all types of weather. Construction tools will be provided. Members will have access to a shared computer station in the Habitat organization office to check service-related email and complete timesheets and reporting.
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