Application for Employment

Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope. 

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Successful Habitat team members share the following characteristics:

  • We are part of something bigger than ourselves.
  • We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular.
  • We believe in a hand up, not a hand out.
  • We thrive on constructive feedback and have a high level of integrity.
  • We do what we say we will do.
  • We love results and hate excuses.

Benefits: Habitat offers generous paid time off, free life insurance, partially-paid health benefits and an annual bonus for employees who successfully complete probationary periods. ​Habitat has a strong board of directors, a dedicated and experienced staff, a large volunteer base, plus committed house sponsors, donors and homeowners. ​

All applicants must submit to a drug test, criminal background and reference check as part of the pre-employment process at Habitat for Humanity Peninsula & Greater Williamsburg.

Habitat for Humanity Peninsula & Greater Williamsburg does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Open Positions

Construction Assistant

The Construction Assistant is responsible for working alongside the construction team to build affordable homes for local families. In this position, you are expected to be hands-on, working at a steady pace, with and without volunteer support.

Beyond helping to build homes, specific duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Help with set-up, clean-up and maintenance of construction sites.
  • Assist with coordination of volunteer work assignments and help volunteers find useful, productive and rewarding contributions safely on the job site.
  • Provide support to construction supervisors to ensure building materials are on-site when volunteers arrive for scheduled build days.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be reliable with a driver’s license and dependable transportation.
  • Must be willing and able to help with roof framing.
  • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds on a regular basis and experience frequent bending, squatting, lifting and repetitive motion.
  • Willingness to be exposed to extremes in weather (e.g., heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.).
  • Must be able to learn from daily experiences and become a self-starter who can work alongside the crew and volunteers without constant direction.
  • Previous knowledge of construction and owning some construction tools helpful. Must be very interested in learning all about construction and the Habitat way.
  • Feel comfortable interacting with a diverse group of people, including volunteers and future homeowners.
  • Must thrive on constructive feedback, with room for growth.

HIRING:

This full-time position will earn an hourly rate between $18 and $22 per hour, commensurate with experience. The employee will work Tuesday through Saturday, with job sites located in Hampton, Charles City County, Newport News and Williamsburg.

ReStore Cashier

REPORTS TO
ReStore Assistant Manager & ReStore Manager

POSITION PURPOSE
This position is responsible for the receiving and disbursement of customer money in the ReStore.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Greet all ReStore customers coming and going with the highest level of customer service.
  • Process all payments of cash, checks and credit cards.
  • Daily counting of total transactions.
  • Constant merchandise appraisal and pricing.
  • Answer all phone calls and provide proper information to customers and donors.
  • Assist with donation screening.
  • Provide customer service to customers, volunteers and fellow employees.
  • Supervise volunteers.
  • Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS & EXPERIENCE

A minimum of 2 years of related experience preferred. This individual must understand and appreciate the mission of HFH. Qualified candidates must possess strong customer service skills, problem-solving skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, and the ability to multi-task. This individual must be detail-oriented and able to work independently. Must be able to deal with all kinds of individuals and remain consistent in keeping a professional demeanor. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Required to lift up to 25 to 50 pounds on a regular basis and will experience frequent bending, squatting, lifting and repetitive motion. This position will occasionally be exposed to extremes in weather (e.g., heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.).

The ReStore Cashier will be compensated at a rate starting at $15.00 per hour, based on experience.

POSTED 10/17/2023

ReStore Associate

REPORTS TO
ReStore Assistant Manager & ReStore Manager

POSITION PURPOSE
This position is responsible for operations both inside and out of the ReStore; driving, loading, unloading donations, processing, stocking, customer service and cashier for the ReStore.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Act as an ambassador of the ReStore while interacting with donors.
  • Provide customer service to customers, volunteers and fellow employees.
  • While at ReStore help with processing, organization and arrangement of donations.
  • Ensure cleanliness and safety of the processing room and sales floor.
  • Direct the back-room flow (e.g., monitoring the flow from drop-off testing, clean-up to pricing).
  • Constant merchandise appraisal and pricing.
  • Answer all phone calls and provide proper information to customers and donors.
  • Cashier as needed
  • Assist with volunteer projects.
  • Provide excellent customer service.
  • Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS & EXPERIENCE

A minimum of 2 years of related experience preferred. This individual must understand and appreciate the mission of HFH. Qualified candidates must possess strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, and the ability to multi-task. This individual must be detail-oriented and able to work independently. Must be able to deal with all kinds of individuals and remain consistent in keeping a professional demeanor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Required to lift 50 to 100 pounds on a regular basis and will experience frequent bending, squatting, lifting and repetitive motion. This position will occasionally be exposed to extremes in weather (e.g., heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.).

The ReStore Associate will be compensated at a rate starting at $15.00 per hour, based on experience.

POSTED 10/17/2023

Repair Crew Leader (AmeriCorps)

The repair crew leader plays an integral part in building and repairing homes. They will assist Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg in helping local senior citizens, persons with disabilities, veterans and low-income families live longer and more safely in their homes. The repair program leader will be responsible for repair/construction related tasks. They will work closely with the home repair manager to lead groups of skilled and unskilled volunteers and homeowners in construction and repair activities while maintaining a safe, efficient work environment, thus developing, and enhancing their volunteer management and construction skills.

Service activities
  • Assist the home repair manager and construction crew (as needed) with all aspects of hands-on repair and construction tasks including, but not limited to, site prep, framing, painting, carpentry, and landscaping.
  • Projects may include new construction, home repair and weatherization projects.
  • Lead small groups of volunteers and facilitate safe and positive experiences for everyone working on site.
  • Maintain site safety by adhering to Habitat construction safety policies, modeling best practices and guidelines, volunteer instruction and site monitoring.

AmeriCorps members may not perform prohibited activities as outlined in 45 CFR §2520.65 nor may they supplement, duplicate, or displace staff members in place at the host site.

Member development

Minimum expectations are outlined in the member development guidance, which will be available during the interview process, with the understanding that further trainings may be required, as determined by the host site, Habitat for Humanity International or our federal funder. AmeriCorps National members’ training may not exceed 20% of their aggregate hours.

The AmeriCorps member will attend monthly staff meetings as well as monthly meetings with the repair team. The AmeriCorps member may need to attend additional training with the construction crew and repair team in order to learn skills needed to lead volunteers on repair projects. Additionally, the AmeriCorps member will be expected to attend groundbreakings and ribbon cutting/house dedication ceremonies night to be part of the Habitat team and grow their Habitat knowledge.

Experience, knowledge, and skills

Minimum requirements

  • AmeriCorps members must be a U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident.
  • AmeriCorps members must be at least 18 or older.
  • AmeriCorps members must have a high school diploma or GED.
  • AmeriCorps members may have recurring access to vulnerable populations and must satisfy the National Service Criminal History Check eligibility criteria.

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.
  • 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 environment

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.

Benefits of AmeriCorps service
  • Full time living allowance $17,000 for approximately 10 ½ months of service.
  • Segal Education Award upon successful completion of service.
  • Health care benefits and enrollment in Employee Assistance Plan.
  • Personal and medical leave  — approximately 10 days total.
  • Possible forbearance or deferment of qualified student loans.
  • Childcare benefits, if you qualify.
  • Worker’s compensation insurance.

In addition, Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg provides a $600 monthly rental stipend paid to the landlord to supplement living costs, $100 stipend for work gear and attire plus a $500 bonus stipend in the form of a gift card when service is successfully completed.

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We help as many families as we can, but the lack of decent and affordable housing remains a critical problem in our area. By donating, you will provide upfront funding for building materials and services that makes interest-free loans to Habitat partner families possible. Habitat partner families help to build their own homes - alongside volunteers - and pay an affordable mortgage. Your monetary donations enable us to continue building strength, stability and independence for future local families.