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ReStore Volunteer Engagement Fellow

Habitat for Humanity International · Arlington, VA · 1 wk ago
Analyst$20–$24/hrFull-time

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. Our work includes building and selling affordable homes, repairing existing homes, advocating for pro-housing policies, providing homeowner financial education, and engaging thousands of volunteers across the region.

About the role

The ReStore Volunteer Engagement Fellow works directly with the Habitat DC-NOVA Volunteer and Community Engagement Manager and ReStore staff to support the volunteer experience in the ReStores. This role moves between the Chantilly and Alexandria ReStores every other week to provide oversight and assistance to volunteers, ensuring a high-quality experience so volunteers feel connected to our mission and the larger Habitat community.

Responsibilities

  • Provide daily orientation to volunteers in the ReStore(s).
  • Offer 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.
  • Assist 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.
  • Perform outreach to individual volunteers and groups in the community.
  • Support the growth of the ‘ReStore Volunteer Leadership’ program in the ReStores.
  • Provide on-site VolunteerHub support for the staff.

Requirements

  • 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.
  • 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.

Schedule

  • Temporary 12-month, non-exempt (40 hrs. per week).
  • Tuesday – Saturday (T-F: 10:00am – 6:00pm; Sa: 9am – 5pm).
  • Alternate weeks between Chantilly and Alexandria ReStore.

Pay

This position offers an hourly rate of $20–$24, commensurate with experience and qualifications, along with a $150 monthly transportation stipend.

Benefits

  • Healthcare benefits.
  • Vision benefits.
  • Dental benefits.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Retirement savings plan with an employer contribution.
  • Generous paid time off.

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