• Must have a strong background in residential home repair.
• Must be able to handle a variety of repair projects and have an absolute commitment to job safety.
• Must be lead paint certified or, if not, willing to obtain certification. (LHfH will sponsor training, if needed.)
• Must be able to work effectively as a team member with staff/volunteers and have excellent people skills in order to work with people of all ages, races, faiths, backgrounds, and skill levels.
• Must be goal-driven, results-oriented, quality-minded, and committed to the organization’s goal of repairing homes to ensure everyone has a decent place to live.
• Must be flexible, able to operate independently, and receptive to feedback.
• Must demonstrate strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities:

1. Repairs

• Conduct home assessments along with the Aging in Place coordinator, observing, measuring, and noting repairs that could help the homeowner remain in their home.
• Write up scope of work, clearly stating the work LHfH will complete and the work they will exclude.
• Gather materials needed for each project before the project begins.
• Lead projects, working with Habitat volunteers, ensuring that high quality standards are achieved.
• Implement good safety practices, including lead paint, ladder, and other construction site safety. Must pass Competent Person Certification after beginning, LHfH will sponsor training.
• Provide leadership to sub-contractors so that work is performed in a timely, professional manner.

2. Volunteers and Senior Homeowners

• Work with homeowners during home assessment, asking questions and gathering information to help assess need.
• Work with Volunteer Coordinator to prepare for volunteer workers at designated work site.
• Ensure accurate and timely communication with homeowner and volunteers regarding the project.
• Work well with a variety of volunteers, creating a positive and encouraging work atmosphere.
• Ensure that safety guidelines are followed and adequate training is provided to the volunteers. Enforce safety policy and safety standards on site.
• Work closely with the Aging in Place coordinator and the volunteer coordinator, coordinating weekly and monthly schedules as well as long-term planning for volunteer needs.
• Meet all long and short-term goals established by the organization’s strategic plan.

3. Required Skills / Experience / Physical Requirements

• Dedication to and ability to articulate the mission and core values of Lawrence Habitat for Humanity.
• 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.
• Knowledge and understanding of local building codes.
• Must pass Criminal Background Check and Sexual Offender Check.

To Apply: send cover letter and resume to:

• Email: applylhfh@gmail.com
• Mail: Erika Zimmerman, Executive Director Lawrence Habitat for Humanity 720 Connecticut, Lawrence, KS 66044
• Deadline: Rolling deadline. We will take applications until position is filled.
• Questions: contact Erika Zimmerman: applylhfh@gmail.com – 913.369.7037