Community Engagement Coordinator

Reports to:                      Director of Resource Development & Communications

Position Location:          Sahara Administrative Offices

Job Classification:          Exempt/Salary

Job Type:                        Full-Time

Pay Rate:                         $40,000/year

Benefits:                          Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, Paid Time                                                                   Off, Simple IRA Savings Plan

Schedule:                        Work schedule varies depending on volunteer event activities.                                               Some early mornings and weekend days are required.

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Habitat for Humanity Las Vegas helps families build better lives through affordable housing. Our vision is to build a world where everyone has a decent place to live, which is the essence of the American dream. We do this through homeownership, by building single-family homes throughout Clark County for hard working families earning less than 80% of Area Median Income. Together we build homes, settle families and grow a community of neighbors. Visit our website at: lasvegashabitat.org for more details.

 

The Community Engagement Coordinator is responsible for all aspects of the Habitat for Humanity Las Vegas’ (HFHLV) volunteer and community outreach program. This includes the recruitment, retention, processing, and coordination of all HFHLV’s volunteers, including construction volunteers, ReStore volunteers, convention volunteers, special events and any other supportive volunteers. This position is responsible for developing and implementing volunteer engagement strategies to enhance and grow the volunteer program and assist in transitioning volunteers into donors.  This person serves as a front-line employee who regularly interacts directly with donors and volunteers and represents Habitat for Humanity Las Vegas in the community and works to ensure that they receive a positive, safe and rewarding experience.

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EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS:

• High School Degree required; Associates Degree preferred

• Minimum 2 years relevant experience required.

• Experience working in the non-profit sector and/or community engagement is highly desirable.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft office application (Word, Excel, Power Point) required.

• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

• Experience with database management. Experience with CRM and Email Marketing databases a plus. (Razors Edge, Donor Perfect, Constant Contact, Signup.com or other)

• Ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure without losing productivity or attention to detail.

• Working knowledge of event planning, coordination and execution a plus.

• Ability to work well not only as part of a small, dynamic team, but also independently.

• Demonstrates strong judgment skills and attention to detail while meeting targeted deadlines.

• Assesses the urgency and importance of situations and take appropriate action.

• Ability to handle confidential matters, is discrete and maintains a high level of professionalism.

• Ability to use all office machines. (fax, copy, cameras, etc.)

• Excellent organizational, problem-solving and time-management skills.

• Engage in a professional manner and with individuals at all levels.

• Must be flexible and adaptable.

• Exhibit and abide by Habitat for Humanity’s values, policies and procedures including integrity, collaboration, adaptability, accountability, punctuality, superior customer service and delivering excellence.

• A management philosophy that respects the intrinsic value of people and seeks to maximize their potential in the workplace.

• Passion for the vision and mission of Habitat for Humanity.

 

REQUIREMENTS

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• Must possess a valid Nevada driver license, clean DMV record, reliable personal vehicle, and liability insurance.

• Must pass background screening and drug test.
   

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK CONDITIONS

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• Must be able to perform essential functions with or without accommodation.

• Must be able to continuously (67%-100% of the workday) and repeatedly use fingering/fine dexterity, wrist motion, flex wrist, grasp/squeeze, handling/gross dexterity, reach at shoulder or below, hear, talk, and sit.

• Must be able to frequently (34% - 66% of the workday) reach above shoulder, stoop, kneel, balance, bend, twist body, walk and stand.

• Must be able to occasionally lift, carry push, or pull a minimum of 20lbs.

• Occasionally (1-33% of the workday) required environmental conditions, dust, exposure to weather, extreme cold, extreme heat, and loud noises

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We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,

veteran or disability status.

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