Deconstruction Coordinator - Part Time

For one year, get paid to build sustainable solutions in a community, gain valuable hands-on experience and prepare for your future. This part-time AmeriCorps service position offers a great opportunity to make an impact in the lives of others while building your own knowledge and skillset.

AmeriCorps National members serve the community in direct service and capacity building activities.

What will you do?

The deconstruction coordinator assists with the management and execution of deconstruction programs involving the demolition of structures in order to reuse and recycle materials as a green alternative to landfills. Help lead volunteers and homeowner families in the removal of resellable items from remodel projects while raising awareness of sustainable building practices.

• Ensure an efficient and effective job, start to finish, including volunteer orientation and documentation.
• Provide leadership to volunteers, ensuring all materials are removed safely.
• Adhere to federal, state and local environmental, health and safety rules and regulations as they relate to hazardous products such as asbestos, mold and lead paint. This includes implementing procedures that ensure compliance on each deconstruction project site.
• Physically deconstruct sites based on set agreements.
• Load product into truck and safely transport to the ReStore to maintain their reuse value.

This position will focus on deconstruction aspects of Habitat affiliate operations.

Where will you serve?

• Organization name: HFH Central Arizona
• Nearest metropolitan area: Phoenix, AZ
• Full-time staff: 73
• Expected number of AmeriCorps members: 9
• Number of homes to be built: 33
• Number of homes to be repaired: 227
• Activities and attractions: Explore the colorful and vibrant desert that is Phoenix, Arizona and commit to serving the residents in one of the fastest growing cities in the United States. Centrally located, the metro-Phoenix area offers something for music lovers, foodies, and adventurers alike. In your off hours, enjoy hikes through the red-rock, mountains of Sedona and the forested trails of Flagstaff or take a weekend trip to the Grand Canyon located just 3 hours north of Phoenix. Immerse yourself in local music, art, and food scene in Downtown Phoenix First Fridays just 15 minutes from our central office. Consider perusing the western shops of Old Town Scottsdale or have a boat picnic at Tempe Town Lake.
• Unique projects: Ranked as the #1 affiliate for families served, AmeriCorps members of the Central Arizona affiliate see direct impact in the lives of over 800 families with the help of over 13,000 volunteers a year. During the global pandemic of 2020, our affiliate remained steadfast in the construction of 16 homes, including a 3D-printed home in Tempe, Arizona. Fast forward to fiscal year 2021 - 2022, in partnership with U.S. Vets, we constructed two, 5-bedroom, community homes for female, veterans.

Benefits of AmeriCorps service

• Living allowance of $9,350 for approximately 10 months of service.
• Segal Education Award of $3,447.50, upon successful completion of service.
• Forbearance for most federally-guaranteed student loans.
• Health care benefits and enrollment in Employee Assistance Plan.
• Personal and professional development opportunities.
• Worker's compensation insurance.

Supplemental Benefits

• Grocery gift card ($75 - $150 per month)
• Professional development stipend ($175 - $350)

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident at least 18 or older and have a high school diploma or GED.

What are we looking for?

Our ideal candidates:

• Are passionate about serving the community through direct service.
• Demonstrate respect for diversity of opinion, experience, and background.
• Desire to gain hands-on experience in the affordable housing and nonprofit sector.
• Have experience working on a team.
• Possess stellar interpersonal communication skills.
• Are motivated and committed to serve full time and in person.