There are many reasons to get involved with Atlanta Habitat.  We have a professional, capable, dedicated, enthusiastic staff and a committed, influential, passionate Board of Directors who believe in the mission of Atlanta Habitat -- to provide working families the opportunity for homeownership, strengthen communities and build a more vibrant City of Atlanta.  

Current Openings:

AmeriCorps VISTA Resource Development Administrator
The AmeriCorps VISTA Resource Development Administrator will: (1) assist in the development of Atlanta Habitat’s donor database, particularly around house sponsorships and the ReStore, the organization’s retail division; (2) assist in the development of fund raising policies and procedures; (3) support the identification and implementation of organizational special events, including the affiliate’s 1,000th and 1,000st house builds in November, 2008, and; (4) other projects and support activities around the various facets of Atlanta Habitat’s fund development program including individual/major giving programs, donor stewardship, volunteer management, and in-kind support.  

A successful candidate will be highly motivated, detail-oriented, able to work independently, and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of housing issues and knowledge or experience in the non-profit sector and/or fund raising field a plus.

AmeriCorps*VISTA is a federally funded community service program. Members serve a term of 12 months and receive a living allowance, health insurance, and other benefits. After completing a year of service, the members are eligible for a financial stipend or education award. For more information, go to www.americorps.org.

Please email letter of interest and resume to the Senior Sponsorship Manager, or fax to 404-223-5103. No phone calls please.

AmeriCorps Assistant Houseleader
The AmeriCorps Assistant Houseleader will support the Houseleader in the construction of single-family, residential houses, using a labor force of volunteers and homebuyers. Construction skills are helpful, but training will be provided. Saturday duties will include safely and effectively supervising small groups on construction sites to install roof trusses, roof decking, shingles, soffit, siding, vinyl flooring, and interior trim. Tuesday through Friday duties will involve hands-on construction. Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. 

This is a full-time position for approximately 11 months or until 1,700 service hours are completed beginning September 2, 2008. Hours are Tuesdays through Saturdays, 8 am to 4:30 pm. A living allowance (approx. $11,100), housing assistance and benefits will be provided. At the completion of service, an education award is available. See www.AmeriCorps.gov for benefit information.

Email letter of interest and resume to Director of Construction, or fax to 404-223-5104. No phone calls please.  Note: this position is contingent upon receipt of grant funding. 

AmeriCorps Volunteer Administrator 
The AmeriCorps Volunteer Administrator helps recruit, train, coordinate and recognize volunteers. Must have valid drivers license and reliable transportation. Candidate should possess good people skills, be highly organized and detailed oriented, and should have knowledge of Access, Act, Word, Excel, Outlook and the Internet.

This is a full-time position for approximately 11 months or until 1,700 service hours are completed beginning in September 2, 2008. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm. A living allowance (approx. $11,100), housing assistance and benefits will be provided. At the completion of service, an education award is available. See www.AmeriCorps.gov for benefit information.

Email letter of interest and resume to Volunteer Manager, or fax to 404-223-5103. Note: this position is contingent upon receipt of grant funding. 

AmeriCorps Family Services Assistant
The AmeriCorps Family Services Assistant will design a new model for Homeowner Support Services including communication with committee members and recruiting new donors. Other duties include assisting with outreach events, compiling data on homeowner programs and revising program evaluations. Candidate should possess good people skills, be highly organized and detailed oriented, and should have knowledge of Access, Act, Word, Excel, Outlook and the Internet. Spanish speaking skills are preferred.

This is a full-time position for approximately 11 months or until 1,700 service hours are completed beginning in September 2, 2008. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm. A living allowance (approx. $11,100), housing assistance and benefits will be provided. At the completion of service, an education award is available. See www.AmeriCorps.gov for benefit information.

Email letter of interest and resume to Director of Family Services, or fax to 404-223-5103. Note: this position is contingent upon receipt of grant funding.

Atlanta Habitat for Humanity is a Drug-Free Workplace.

Equal Opportunity Policy:  Atlanta Habitat for Humanity is dedicated to a policy of equal opportunity.  We will give fair and equal treatment to all applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities.  No employee of Atlanta Habitat will discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap, sexual orientation, marital status, age or veteran status as protected by law.  This policy applies to all employment practices and personnel actions, including compensation, recruitment and opportunities for advancement.