Greater Albuquerque Habitat for Humanity, a local 501(C)3, is looking for a PT-25 hrs/wk Volunteer Ambassador. This part-time - 25hrs (Tues-Sat schedule) , non-exempt, hourly positions that requires excellent motivational skills, flexibility, collaboration, and open-mindedness.

Must have a High School Diploma/GED plus 2-years' experience in collaborative work environments.

Practical experience and a history of positive experiences in volunteer engagement, recruitment, coordination, and retention would be extremely helpful.

Job summary/Duties:

The Volunteer Ambassador / On Site Volunteer Coordinator plays a critical interface and communications role for our affiliate on our worksites and in the community. Their work is conducted on construction sites, repair project sites, and at affiliate education and recruitment events. They actively partner with work site volunteers, “homeowners to be,” Habitat construction staff, affiliate department staff, the Volunteer Coordinator and Director of Operations and strive to provide important process information, support of safety practices, education on Habitat for Humanity, and other pertinent information regarding the work we do to our volunteers on work sites and to prospective volunteers in our community.

This includes, but is not limited to:

Ø Be a welcoming, approachable, and supportive presence for everyone working on Habitat for Humanity work sites, networking events, and any other affiliate represented events.

Ø Meets with site construction and repair project leadership before the start of each workday to understand what the focuses will be for the volunteers and “homeowners to be” on that site on that day.

Ø Welcomes and signs in all volunteers as they come onto the jobsite and at the beginning of all events.

Ø Ensures that all volunteers and “homeowners to be” understand the work focuses of each day on the job site – in partnership with site construction leadership and safety team members.

Ø Ensures that all volunteers, “homeowners to be,” and anyone else working on the site are valued and treated with respect and that appreciation is shared openly for their contributions.

Ø Educates and informs on Habitat for Humanity historic and current information, including sharing our Mission, updates on current local projects, and other pertinent information as required on worksites and at recruiting events.

Ø Serves as the eyes and ears on the worksite for Habitat Volunteer Coordinator, Construction Management, and Director of Operations.

Ø Submits a written monthly report to their supervisor on the status of the volunteer efforts and accomplishments and areas of focus or improvement required on the work sites they have supported.

· And more …

Must possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license, auto insurance at or above the minimum levels required by New Mexico law and have daily access to a dependable motor vehicle. Will need to pass a federal background check in accordance with local and federal laws.

Main office is at Menaul location; however, Work environment routinely outside on construction site environment, sometime in extreme weather conditions. Some duties or participation in activities requires the use of the employee’s automobile.

$17-18.50/hr ($22,100-$24,050), DOE, plus $1k if bilingual (Spanish/English).

You will be eligible for Paid holidays, Bereavement, Vacation and Sick Leave, Flex Spending, and Simple IRA (Retirement Plan)

ADA/EOE

Qualified applicants only: Submit Cover Letter along with Resume

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.50 per hour

Expected hours: 25 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Every weekend

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to undergo a federal background check in accordance with local laws and regulations?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• collaborative work environments: 2 years (Preferred)
• Customer service: 2 years (Preferred)
• Volunteer engagement: 2 years (Preferred)
• Volunteer recruitment: 2 years (Preferred)
• Volunteer Coordination: 2 years (Preferred)
• Volunteer retention: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person