Resource Development Construction Liaison

Description

Job Location: 800 West Chestnut Ave., Monrovia
Reports To: Director of Donor Partnerships
Department: Development Department
Status:  Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Salary: $28.00 - $33.00 / per hour

Company Description:

In 1990, a small group of dedicated volunteers with a desire to eliminate substandard housing in our community founded San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity. Thanks to our supporters, more than 200 local and international families have been able to build or repair their own homes here in Los Angeles’ San Gabriel Valley and beyond. Through the years, we have maintained our unrelenting determination to help families in need by offering a hand up, not a handout. Through donations, shopping at our ReStores, volunteering or adding a voice to support affordable housing, everyone can help families achieve the strength, stability, and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves.

Job Summary:

The Resource Development Construction Liaison serves as a key bridge between SGV Habitat’s Resource Development team (fundraising, community engagement, volunteer services) and Construction Operations.

This role coordinates and leads volunteer participation on active construction sites and off-site panel-build events, ensuring that volunteer experiences are safe, productive, and mission-driven, while also supporting construction progress.

The Liaison plays an important role in strengthening relationships with volunteers, corporate partners, and community groups by delivering meaningful hands-on experiences that connect supporters directly to Habitat’s mission

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteer Engagement & On-Site Leadership

• Welcome, orient, and guide volunteers on active construction sites.
• Provide clear instructions, safety guidance, and task demonstrations in coordination with the Construction Site Supervisor.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and mission-centered volunteer experience.
• Adapt tasks and pacing based on volunteer skill levels while maintaining productivity goals.
• Serve as a primary liaison between volunteers and construction staff during volunteer build days.

Construction & Development Team Coordination

• Collaborate with construction leadership to plan volunteer workdays that support project timelines and building goals.
• Communicate regularly with the Development and Volunteer Services teams regarding volunteer groups, expectations, and      outcomes.
• Help ensure appropriate recognition and engagement for volunteers, donors, and corporate partners.
• Balance construction productivity with meaningful volunteer engagement opportunities.

Panel-Build Event Coordination

• Plan and execute off-site panel-build events in partnership with Development, Volunteer Services, and Construction teams.
• Coordinate event logistics including site setup, materials preparation, volunteer flow, and safety procedures.
• Facilitate hands-on construction activities for volunteers in public or community settings (e.g., parking lots, parks, corporate campuses).
• Represent SGV Habitat professionally during community-facing events.

Technical & Operational Support

• Learn to safely operate the EZ Frame Saw and other construction tools as required.
• Assist with site preparation, material organization, and job site cleanup.
• Support construction efficiency while maintaining volunteer safety.
• Follow all SGV Habitat safety standards and the direction of the professional Construction Site Supervisor.

Requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in volunteer coordination, nonprofit programs, construction support, or a related field preferred.
• Experience leading groups or facilitating volunteer activities strongly preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred.
• Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends for volunteer events.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• Ability to create a welcoming, inclusive environment that engages volunteers and connects them to Habitat’s mission.
• Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly explain construction tasks, safety procedures, and project expectations to volunteers with varying experience levels.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with construction staff, development teams, volunteers, and community partners.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing site conditions, volunteer skill levels, and construction priorities while maintaining a positive volunteer experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to Habitat for Humanity’s mission and the importance of community engagement in advancing affordable housing.
• Basic knowledge of construction environments, tools, and safety practices, or the ability to quickly learn and apply these concepts in a hands-on setting.

Equal Opportunity Statement

SGV Habitat for Humanity is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans, regardless of race, religion, age, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetics, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic. SGV Habitat for Humanity will not inquire about a job applicant's criminal conviction history prior to making a conditional offer of employment. 

Salary : $28 - $33