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Telephone:  320-231-2704
Toll Free: 1-877-926-6434
Fax: 320-231-0659
E-mail: hfhwcm@habitatwcm.org

P.O. BOX 1171
4078 Highway 71 NW
Willmar, MN 56201
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Opportunities Available

Volunteers

Without volunteers WCM would not be able to help people in need purchase a home.  Our homes are mostly built by volunteers.  But, our volunteer opportunities are not limited to swinging a hammer, mudding drywall, painting walls, or installing baseboards.  There are many levels needed to successfully complete a Habitat house: from selecting a family, to supporting that family before and after they are in their home; from ordering the materials, to paying the bills, and more.  

Listed below are some of the ways you can get involved with HFHWCM to help in our mission to try to eliminate poverty.  If you are interested in volunteering, have a question, or simply want more information, please contact the office by e-mail or phone (320-231-2704).

Builds--Below is a list of our affiliate homes currently under construction.  No experience necessary.  
  • Pennock 1--Need volunteers to construct garage, Saturday, July 26, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.  No skills required, but would be helpful.  If you have a hammer, please bring it.  Drinks, snacks, and lunch provided.  Please call the office Monday - Thursday or Fridays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to let us know when you can help.  Thank you!  
  • Pennock 2--Need volunteers to construct home.  Tentative start dates in late August or early September.
  • Dassel--Need volunteers to construct home.  Please call the office for more information.  Construction in process.
  • Montevideo--Need volunteers to construct home.  Tentative start dates in the fall.
  • Volunteers are needed to serve food and drinks for morning snacks and lunches. 
Young children cannot be on the construction site while work is being done.  HFHWCM's policy regarding age is: “…no one under age of 16 is allowed on a construction site while construction is going on.  Further, no one under the age of 18 should be allowed to do any ultra-hazardous activities, which include the use of power tools or motor vehicles, demolition, roofing or working from a height of six feet or more, or excavation operations.”


Site Supervisor for Pennock 2-- Take advantage of the chance to use your organizational skills in a unique way.  As a site supervisor, you will be in charge of bringing a Habitat house from footings to finish.  Our site supervisor volunteers come from all stripes.  We seek and welcome anyone with the willingness to navigate a building project and the strong desire to work with a family on the construction of their home. 

This position allows you to review plans, specifications, and construction sheets; coordinate the work of subcontractors and labor; monitor the materials supply; oversee the training of volunteers and partner family members; ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and building codes; and maintain safe building conditions.  Although the site supervisor role handles all facets of construction, it also involves verbal communication skills and an ability to work independently as well as with volunteers.  The site supervisor candidate need only be willing to learn and ready to work.

Habitat for Humanity West Central MN has several new builds coming up in 2008, and we are looking for dedicated, energetic people to lead them.  Call Molly Berg at (320) 231-2704 or email molly@habitatwcm.org to learn more about becoming a site supervisor.

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES

VISTA POSITION OPENING:        
Fund Development Coordinator

Habitat for Humanity West Central Minnesota is currently recruiting for a Fund Development Coordinator to serve from November of 2008 through November of 2009.  This position offers on-the-job training in a professional environment working alongside others to make a difference in the lives of children and families. HFHWCM is committed to providing home ownership opportunities to families in need.

 Primary responsibilities include:


Create a fund development plan to help raise the needed dollars to continue our mission and goals.
  • Research opportunities for new fund development contacts including individuals, churches, businesses and other local organizations.
  •   Establish priorities, a timeline and specific strategies to reach fund development goals. 
  •  Partner with volunteers and the Executive Director to implement the plan.  
  • Create a manual which reflects all steps which should be done to keep the plan going into future years.
Develop a set of marketing materials specific to Habitat for Humanity West Central Minnesota.
  • Write and design materials which will expand knowledge and understanding of HFHWCM.
  • Develop a plan for the use of those materials to procure and maintain contacts.
Establish a plan with area churches to increase their participation and commitment to an annual fundraising campaign.
  • Identify strategies for establishing and maintaining partnerships with area churches which engages them at least 3 times a year.  Distinguish key church leaders to assist in these strategies.
  •  Track church calendar events which provide opportunities for partnership with HFHWCM.

Required background and experience:

  • A passion for working with people in a partnership model.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
  • Able to work both independently and with committees.
  • Computer knowledge and specific experience using MS Word, Excel, and Publisher.

 Salary and Benefits:

  • A monthly living allowance of $865.
  • An education allowance of up to $4,725 to help pay for college, graduate school or vocational school, or to pay off qualified student loans OR a cash stipend of $1,200.
  • A basic health benefit plan for VISTA members.
  • Loan deferment or forbearance on qualified student loans.
  • A relocation allowance of $550 for approved relocation expenses.
  • Childcare assistance up to $400 per month per child (based on household income).
  • Professional Leadership Development with a member of St. Catherine’s faculty.
  • Non Competitive status for federal jobs after service.

 A 40 hour a week, 12 month commitment is being asked.  Hours will include some nights and weekends as needed.  Twenty personal leave and sick days available.

 For more information or to apply, contact HFHWCM at 320-231-2704 or nancy@habitatwcm.org.   

VISTA POSITION OPENING:       
Volunteer Coordinator

Habitat for Humanity West Central Minnesota is currently recruiting for a Volunteer Coordinator to serve from November of 2008 through November of 2009.  This position offers on-the-job training in a professional environment working alongside staff and volunteers to make a difference in the lives of children and families.  HFHWCM is committed to providing home ownership opportunities to families in need.

 Primary responsibilities include:

  • Expand the role and number of volunteers partnering with HFHWCM by working alongside the Affiliate Board of Directors and Executive Director.
  • Research opportunities for volunteer recruitment at the local level throughout our 5 county service area.  Design/develop recruitment materials and presentations.
  • Create a training format for volunteers to be trained on the values, goals and work of HFHWCM.  Write, design and implement volunteer training materials.
  • Develop a plan for outreach to and engagement of churches throughout our 5-county area.
  • Design a presentation to share the story of HFHWCM and the importance of volunteers in our work.  Recruit members for a speakers’ bureau to help share the message of HFHWCM.
  • Build a system for documenting and reporting all volunteer information and activity. 
  • Help to define the roles of staff and Affiliate Board members in relationship to volunteers.  Create a manual which reflects all of the steps needed to keep volunteers engaged in future years.  

Required background and experience:

  • A passion for working with people in a partnership model.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
  • Able to work both independently and with committees.
  • Computer knowledge and specific experience using MS Word, Excel, and Publisher.

 Salary and Benefits:

  •  A monthly living allowance of $865.
  • An education allowance of up to $4,725 to help pay for college, graduate school or vocational school, or to pay off qualified student loans OR a cash stipend of $1,200.
  • A basic health benefit plan for VISTA members.
  •  Loan deferment or forbearance on qualified student loans.
  • A relocation allowance of $550 for approved relocation expenses.
  • Childcare assistance up to $400 per month per child (based on household income).
  •  Professional Leadership Development with a member of St. Catherine’s faculty.
  • Non-competitive status for federal jobs after service.

A 40 hour a week, 12 month commitment is being asked.  Hours will include some nights and weekends as needed.  Twenty personal leave and sick days available.

For more information or to apply, contact HFHWCM at 320-231-2704 or nancy@habitatwcm.org
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