Deputy Operations Manager, Rebuilding Together

Posted by Rebuilding Together Philadelphia on June 22, 2015

Job Description:
Deputy Operations Manager
20 to 24 hours weekly — additional hours may be requested for rebuilding days
Possibility of FT position in January 2016

Rebuilding Together Philadelphia is a nonprofit working to preserve affordable homeownership and revitalize neighborhoods by providing free renovation of owner-occupied homes to those in need by mobilizing volunteers. The Deputy Operations Manager reports to the Operations Manager and has specific responsibility for:

PROGRAM
 Assist Operations Manager with all operational aspects of our home repair work, including homeowner intake and home assessments; development of scope of work; coordination with homeowners, volunteers, and contractors; permitting and equipment rental
 Identify skilled trades needed and projects that need completion prior to rebuilding days, secure bids for those projects
 Assist with the purchase, storage and inventory of tools, supplies, materials and equipment located in the warehouse; deliver materials, equipment, in-kind donations and supplies as needed
 Assist with the development and delivery of training program for homeowners, skilled leaders and volunteers for rebuilding days
 Carry out home repairs and assist skilled contractors as needed
 Organize and manage activities on rebuilding days
 Develop and expand relationships with contractors who are aware of our mission and will assist us in reducing costs of operations for projects
 Responsible for homeowner document retention and assists with tracking of homeowner outcomes
 Assist with answering phones, emails and written communications and other administrative tasks as needed
 Assist in raising awareness and visibility of RTP
 Other duties as assigned

VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT
 Pre- and post-rebuilding day volunteer communication and recognition
 Identify projects appropriate for volunteers on rebuilding days
 Facilitate online registration of volunteers
 Assign volunteers to jobs on rebuilding days
 Assist with volunteer management and support on rebuilding days

SKILLS
Required
 Able to work flexible hours including occasional evenings or weekends
 Able to work 12 hours on rebuilding days (several throughout the year)
 Experienced driver with current license
 Able to travel independently to homes to conduct assessments (including walking, climbing stairs)
 Ability to lift 50lbs
 Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
 Passion for RTP’s mission
 High school or GED required

Preferred
 Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills, detail-oriented, self-starter
 Experience/knowledge of construction and home repairs
 Comfort speaking to and presenting to groups
 College degree or trade certification

SALARY
Range of $16 to $18 per hour depending on experience plus travel reimbursement for certain work-related travel

TO APPLY
Email resume, cover letter and salary requirements to Stefanie F. Seldin, stefanie@rebuildingphilly.org. Include “Deputy Operations Manager” in your subject line. No phone calls please.