Job Description
Nazareth Farm is a faith-based home repair nonprofit out of Doddridge County, WV. This unique position invites a person who is passionate about giving back to their community by using their home repair/construction skills. As a Catholic organization, Nazareth Farm welcomes high school and college groups from all over the country to spend a week at the Farm to retreat and do the service of home repair. The Construction Coordinator will oversee the home repair program and collaborate in the upkeep of Nazareth Farm facilities.
This person should be open to working in a Catholic community, be committed to the mission and values of Nazareth Farm, have a strong background in home repair, and the ability to teach others these skills with compassion and patience. The Construction Coordinator must be a dedicated leader, a self-starter, hard-worker, and self-motivated. They must have strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, and organizational skills as well as the ability/willingness to serve in a supervisory capacity.
Definition:
Under the general direction, and in collaboration with the Executive Director, the Construction Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and management of community home repair, Nazareth Farm property maintenance, and staff development in home repair and worksite coordination.
Duties and Responsibilities
Community Home Repair:
- Supervises the Staff for worksites, including training, planning, safety, and evaluations of staff.
- Staff are volunteering for a year or more of service. They may come in with little to no home repair experience.
- Manages and evaluates community home repair projects including:
- Assesses the viability and safety of home repair project requests with the Executive Director.
- Manages the application process for home repair requests.
- Recommends and prioritizes projects based on need and ability.
- Creates written plans and diagrams for selected projects including estimated costs, time, labor, and equipment needed for project completion.
- Instructs Nazareth Farm Staff on skills and techniques for leading worksites.
- Monitors work sites through close contact with Nazareth Farm work site coordinators and homeowners/families.
- Ensures that high school and college volunteers are properly trained and given safety instructions.
Nazareth Farm Safety and Facilities Maintenance
- In conjunction with the Executive Director, oversees property maintenance of Nazareth Farm buildings and grounds including day-to-day repairs, long-term planning, and safety needs
- Sets priorities and deadlines for completion of Farm projects in a timely manner
- Researches and purchases new tools and hardware (or solicits donors for these)
- Oversees maintenance and repair of Farm tools and hardware
- An active member of the Safety and Facilities Committee
- Materials & Supplies
- Purchases and orders all materials and supplies for home repair projects
- Oversees the efficient use of materials and supplies
- Maintains accurate inventory of project supplies so that clients can be billed
- Processes receipts for project and farm improvement supplies
- Creates and delivers bills for homeowners
Administration
- Administers proper safety standards through orientations for volunteers, staff, and homeowners at the Farm and at all worksites
- Maintains documentation related to worksites
- Maintains home repair budget and billing
- Performs other construction tasks as assigned by the Executive Director
- In conjunction with the Executive Director, secures and interfaces with contractors or subcontractors on home repair sites and the Farm
- Community and Public Relations
- Maintains a good relationship with any Project Consultants, local people who can advise on difficult construction matters
- Works closely with the Executive Director
- Communicates with home owners on their project application, timeline, and any concerns
- Is the contact person for local social service agencies requesting home repair help and maintains positive relationship with agency staff
- Upholds standards and values as described in “Responsibilities of Community Members” in the Community Handbook
Minimum Qualifications:
- Three years construction experience with a working knowledge of basic home building skills including framing, roofing, drywall, porches/ramps, and trim work.
- Skill with plumbing, electrical, or related field is a plus but not required
- Previous experience as a leader/supervisor/manager and/or experience working with teens and young adults
- Ability to coordinate up to 5 home repair worksites at one time
- Ability to effectively teach staff and volunteers with different learning styles
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
- Proficiency with Office Suite and computers
- Knowledge of Sketch-Up (or something similar) and QuickBooks is a plus
- Open to collaborative ministry with volunteers and the people of the area
- Upholds and follows Nazareth Farm’s DEI policy
- A person of faith open to the Catholic tradition, experienced in youth/young adult ministry
- Working knowledge of, or openness to learn more about, in Catholic social teachings
- Openness to prayer, simplicity, and living in community
- Minimum of a two-year commitment
Benefits
- Salary: $40,000 to $55,000 annually
- Paid time off
- Cell phone stipend
- Health insurance
To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, and a list of 3 references to:
Julia Barcello
Executive Director
director@nazarethfarm.org
Resumes will be reviewed on a rolling basis. If you have any questions, please contact Julia Barcello via email or call 304-782-2742.
