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Empowering people by helping make families dreams a reality

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“Working at Habitat changes a person. We always get to see the best of people: we see people give of themselves over and over again. We see donors give sacrificially. We see volunteers give of themselves completely, and we see homebuyers work extremely hard to help their family’s future. Witnessing that much grace changes us.”

-Habitat Kent staff member

Habitat Kent is focused on recruiting a diverse and equitable workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

“It takes everyone to build a community”

Current Employment Opportunities

Human Resource Generalist

The Human Resource Generalist in accordance with the affiliate’s mission, vision and core values maintains and enhances the organization’s human resources by planning, implementing, and evaluating employee relations and human resource policies, programs, and practices. This is a full-time, exempt position at 40 hrs. per week.

Position Responsibilities:

· Oversees and conducts the employee acquisition and onboarding process and provides retention and training support for employees and managers.

· Maintains the work structure by updating job requirements and job descriptions for all positions.

· Partners with leadership to provide advice and service to management on employee relations and performance management issues.

· Maintains a pay plan in coordination with the Compensation Committee by conducting periodic pay surveys; scheduling and conducting job evaluations; recommending, planning, and implementing pay structure revisions.

· Manages and coordinates employee benefit programs offered with third-party providers and employees.

· Ensures legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable human resource federal and state requirements; and maintaining employee records.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or related field, or equivalent experience; familiarity with all areas of Human Resource Management and HR Generalist responsibilities preferred.

· Three to Five years minimum Human Resources experience in a Specialist or Generalist role, including proficiency in employee relations, compensation, benefits, training & development. Proven skills in policy development, administration.

· Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail. Very strong interpersonal skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Knowledge of and experience with labor laws and regulations.

· Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability.

· Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and response.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point and OneNote and the ability to learn on various applications.

Position Benefits:

· Full-time 40 hrs./wk.; exempt position

· Health/dental, vision, and life insurance; employer-sponsored 403b retirement plan with 5% employer match; flexible spending plan

· Holiday pay and paid time off

Diversity and inclusion are valued and contribute to the success of our organization. Habitat Kent is committed to building a diverse staff. We strive to create a workplace that is reflective of the communities of color we serve. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

We have implemented a complete COVID Preparedness and Response Plan.

Send your resume with cover letter including salary expectation to: hr@habitatkent.org by Friday, May 7, 2021.

No phone calls or walk-ins.

Neighborhood Engagement Intern

Neighborhood Engagement Intern (Part-time 20-24 hrs/wk)

The Neighborhood Engagement Intern in accordance with the affiliate’s mission, vision, and core values will provide administrative support for the Program Specialist by assisting in neighborhood engagement and other departmental functions.

Core Functions:

Implement Neighborhood Survey
Support NE Relationship Development
Develop Neighborhood Calendar and Events

Essential Responsibilities:

Work with and assist the Program Specialist with the implementation of the affiliate’s neighborhood survey.

Implement survey and conduct training with community volunteers
Develop an annual calendar of affiliate neighborhood events, activities, and programs including attending events to implement surveys
Work with relationship managers who are developing community relationships per the engagement plan as administrative support.
Provide departmental support including calling residents, landlords, business owners,
Promote the mission, vision, and values of HFHKC and the department in a positive and enthusiastic manner.

Qualifications and Skills:

Bilingual English/Spanish – reading and writing
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Some experience with basic data entry and analysis
Previous experience or an understanding of survey methodologies
Some experience working with volunteers
Some college experience in a social science field or equivalent work experience
A level of computer literacy required, especially with Microsoft Office Suite of programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Experience working with diverse populations

This is a paid internship opportunity; part-time at 20-24 hrs/wk. The pay range for the position is $12.00-$14.00/hr.

Diversity and inclusion are valued and contribute to the success of our organization. We strive to create a workplace that is reflective of the communities of color we serve. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

We have implemented a complete COVID Preparedness and Response Plan. This position will work remotely temporarily.

Send your resume with cover letter to: hr@habitatkent.org No phone calls or walk-ins.

Construction and Warehouse Director

The Construction and Warehouse Director directs Construction, warehouse operations including new construction, rehabs, recycles and execution of NRI projects, warehousing and procurement. The director cultivates strategic partnerships with current and potential partner organizations; develops and monitors construction and warehouse budgets in line with strategic plan. This is a full-time, exempt position at 40 hrs. per week.

Position Responsibilities:

Accountable for integration of construction and warehousing operations and efficiencies, structures, processes and policies.
Provides leadership and accountability for the goals of the warehouse and construction teams with a focus on integration of teams.
Direct the implementation of HFHKC strategic plan with specific focus on construction, warehouse and community development
Works with community development team relative to property sales, zoning and planning, approved land use, property management, mixed use development, and attached residential dwellings including condominiums and related activities
Strengthen existing relationships with community partners, trade contractors, educational partners and community developers and builders.
Coordinates development of tentative building and tentative project schedules, ensures all projects are on schedule within budget and completed within the affiliate’s overall plan
Manages the working relationship between construction and warehouse teams related to procurement of gift in kind

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Residential Construction Management/Warehouse Procurement preferred
Active Builders License (This position will be the Qualifying Officer for HFHKC)
5 years residential construction project management experience
Familiar with or experience in mixed use property development
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work with a variety of people
Excellent organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to manage and maintain relationships
Ability to handle multiple tasks; flexible
Proven ability to manage within budget
Residential “Green” construction experience, preferred
Familiar with building, zoning and historic code requirements
Familiarity with business operating systems- Prepared to learn the EOS system
Regular attendance is required

Position Benefits:

Full-time 40 hrs./wk.; exempt position
Health/dental, vision, and life insurance; employer sponsored 403b retirement plan with 5% employer match; flexible spending plan
Holiday pay and paid time off

Diversity and inclusion are valued and contribute to the success of our organization. Habitat Kent is committed to building a diverse staff. We strive to create a workplace that is reflective of the communities of color we serve. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

We have implemented a complete COVID Preparedness and Response Plan.

Send your resume with cover letter including salary expectation to: hr@habitatkent.org No phone calls or walk-ins.

Retail-Receiving Associate – ReStore

The Retail-Receiving Associate in accordance with the affiliate’s mission, vision, and core values is responsible for customer service and checkout, accepting donations in accordance with ReStore standards, providing donation receipts, product cleaning and pricing, and keeping a neat, clean, and orderly donation area.

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

Screen and accept donated product for resale to ensure it is sellable and consistent with ReStore product acceptance standards.

Ensure the donation area is neat, clean, orderly and product is cleaned, priced, and moved properly in order to facilitate an enjoyable and easy shopping experience.

Operate retail cash register quickly and accurately.
Greet every customer entering and/or exiting the doors.
Ensure that volunteers complete daily tasks in timely and safe manner.
Provide GREAT customer service to customers of ReStore.

Qualifications:

Previous experience in retail building supplies, preferred
Ability to lead and direct volunteers
Basic math skills
Basic office equipment skills including phone, cash register, copier,
Effective written and oral communication skills
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Qualified candidates should have a positive and ‘can-do’ attitude, demonstrated record of dependability, responsibility, and follow-through.
Regular attendance is required

This is a part-time hourly position starting at $10.50/hr; at 28 hrs/wk.

Diversity and inclusion are valued and contribute to the success of our organization. Habitat Kent is committed to building a diverse staff. We strive to create a workplace that is reflective of the communities of color we serve. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

We have implemented a complete COVID-19 Preparedness and Response Plan.

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