AmeriCorps Onsite Volunteer Facilitator

Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity•St. Paul, MN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Onsite Volunteer Facilitator is an AmeriCorps member serving 1,700 hours from January 5, 2027, through December 17, 2027. The role provides direct support to site supervisors, construction volunteers, and Habitat homebuyers in building and rehabilitating Habitat homes. The position reports to the Construction Site Supervisor and National Service Program Manager. The facilitator helps prepare construction sites, reviews plans and gathers materials and tools, assists with construction tasks, and supports volunteers and homebuyers. The role also facilitates educational activities about affordable housing and civic engagement, leads volunteer crews when assigned, and participates in AmeriCorps events, retreats, and meetings. Administrative duties include daily email, expense reporting, and minor maintenance of an assigned construction vehicle. Most service takes place outdoors at new-build or rehabilitation sites. Members are exposed to dirt, dust, dampness, construction debris, extreme temperatures, construction noise, and fumes or odors from construction materials. The position requires use of appropriate safety equipment and clothing and may involve operating basic and power construction tools.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old.
Be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or lawful permanent resident.
Have a high school diploma or GED.
Not have already served two terms of service within AmeriCorps, except where exceptions apply.
Have a valid driver's license and a good driving record.
Successfully pass background, sex offender, and FBI fingerprint checks.
Submit contact information for one professional reference.
Be able to learn and apply construction terminology, tool and material usage, and general construction techniques.
Have good oral and written communication skills.
Be able to make routine decisions and solve problems.
Be adaptable and flexible regarding communication and work styles, assignments, and service hours.
Be able to perform basic math calculations and solve basic math problems.
Be able to work independently or in a group.
Meet physical requirements including standing and walking for most of the day, often on uneven surfaces; climbing ladders and scaffolding and using stairs and ramps; bending, lifting, grasping, reaching, pushing, and pulling; periodically lifting and moving loads up to 50 pounds; independently operating a motor vehicle; and wearing appropriate safety equipment and clothing.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Prior volunteer experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the construction site supervisor and help prepare the site for daily construction activities.
Review plans with the site supervisor to identify needed materials and tools.
Retrieve and transport materials and tools from the warehouse or other sites, and enter required information in the Warehouse Inventory database.
Purchase materials and tools from local retailers when necessary, transport them to the site, and complete related paperwork.
Perform construction tasks as assigned while working cooperatively with volunteers and homebuyers.
Facilitate on-site educational activities for volunteers, including presenting information about affordable housing and civic engagement.
Facilitate volunteer group reflection and discussion and answer questions about Habitat for Humanity and affordable housing.
Lead volunteer crews when assigned; communicate assignments, teach appropriate use of materials and tools, answer questions, and provide feedback.
Attend beginning-of-service orientation, AmeriCorps civic engagement retreats and team meetings, and scheduled affiliate, program, and statewide events.
Check and respond to emails daily and submit expense reports for purchases made with a Habitat credit card.
Perform minor maintenance tasks on the assigned construction vehicle.