AmeriCorps Program Manager, Rebuilding Together Philadelphia

Posted by on March 20, 2011

AmeriCorps Program Manager, Rebuilding Together Philadelphia

Posted on: March 8, 2011

AmeriCorps Program Manager will play a critical role in increasing RTP’s capacity to maximize impact on low-income homeowners and to ensure the quality and sustainability of the repairs completed for individuals. The focus of this position is to increase the number of skilled volunteers; coordinate the evaluation of repair quality; prepare and educate homeowners to maintain improvements to their home; and evaluate volunteer experience and homeowner satisfaction.

Qualifications:

• Ability to assess home repairs given advanced training or proper resources
• Construction skills or background working within the construction industry desired
• Some experience or ability to manage or direct large groups of people
• Ability to speak and present to large groups
• Must feel comfortable traveling through urban neighborhoods
• Effective and concise communication skills; both verbal and in writing
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Able to lift 25 pounds
• Must have own transportation, valid driver’s license

Visit http://www.rebuildingphilly.org/CC2011.pdf for more information about Rebuilding Together, Rebuilding Together Philadelphia and the AmeriCorps Program.

First round interviews will take place in March and April of 2011 and second round interview will take place in May and June of 2011. To apply, begin by visiting: http://www.rebuildingtogether.org/capacitycorps and thoroughly read the RT CapacityCorps Applicant Frequently Asked Questions, then submit an online application through http://www.americorps.gov (look on the right for “Join AmeriCorps” and select “Housing” and your state of interest). Email Sari Houston, Program Manager for National Service Programs your résumé and cover letter at servicepositions-capacitycorps@rebuildingtogether.org. Please let us know if you require alternative formats.