Office Administrator
Crow River Habitat for Habitat for Humanity
The Crow River Habitat for Humanity is part of a global, nonprofit housing organization operated on Christian principles that seeks to put God’s love into action by building homes, communities and hope. We are dedicated to eliminating substandard throughout McLeod County by constructing, rehabilitating and preserving homes; by advocating for fair and just housing policies; and by providing training and access to resources to help families improve their shelter conditions. Habitat for Humanity was founded on the conviction that every person should have a simple, durable place to live in dignity and safety, and that decent shelter in decent communities should be a matter of conscience and action for all.
The Office Administrator Reports to the Executive Director
Primary mission:
• Ensure that there are sufficient volunteers to meet the affiliate’s construction needs as well as sufficient volunteers to support other affiliate operations including committee activities, events, mailings
• Work on Quickbooks to report on all income and expenses related to the work of Crow River Habitat
• Enhance awareness and understanding of the Crow River Habitat for Humanity’s mission and how our programs can benefit the public.
Responsibilities – Volunteer Organization (40%)
• Work with the Construction Manager and Executive Director to ensure that the appropriate number of volunteers are available per the construction schedule
• Work with the ED to develop an annual volunteer plan – numbers, activities, desired skills, time commitments, locations, sources
• Develop partnerships with the community’s churches, businesses and civic organizations resulting in an ongoing base of committed volunteers
• Ensure the documentation of all volunteer activity
• Track the quality of volunteer experience
• Provide materials for volunteers explaining Habitat’s mission and how it works
• Maintain a volunteer recognition and retention program
• Work with the affiliate’s committee chairs in recruiting volunteers for committee work
Responsibilities – Financial (35%)
• Update Quickbooks with any relevant income or expenses
• Keep records of mortgage payments or delinquencies up-to-date
• Prepare monthly reports on the financial standing of Crow River Habitat
• Work with the Executive Director and Financial Committee to build an annual budget that gets reviewed regularly.
• Assess the effectiveness of current funds procurement efforts
• Provide staff support to fundraising efforts including the planning and implementation of fundraising and outreach events
Responsibilities – Community Relations (25%)
• Assist with developing and maintain a communications plan for the affiliate
• Assist with coordinating affiliate events – dedications, ground breakings and networking
• Work to develop media stories to advance the knowledge of Habitat, its image and mission in the community and recruit volunteers, donors, and partner families
• Assist with maintenance of the affiliate’s website and social media
• Assist with the production of the affiliate’s newsletter and direct mail campaigns
• Maintain connectivity and participate in events and networking opportunities to promote awareness of Habitat’s and generate support
Qualifications for the Position
• A commitment to and passion for Habitat for Humanity’s Christian ministry
• At least two years in business or non-profit management experience
• Knowledge and experience with Quickbooks
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent training and/or experience
• A demonstrated work ethic
• Ability to work successfully independently
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work effectively with people of diverse social and economic backgrounds
• Strong writing and public speaking skills
• Skilled in Microsoft Office software as well as the use of databases, online tools and office equipment
Performance Indicators
• Sufficient volunteers to meet the affiliate’s construction needs
• Volunteers having a first-rate experience in their roles on build sites and in committees
• New partnerships and volunteer teams
• Program committees properly staffed with skilled volunteers
Location
• This is a part time, hourly position worked from the Crow River Habitat for Humanity office located at 1020 Hwy 7 West, Suite A, Hutchinson, MN 55350.
Benefits
• Salary: $18 - $23/hour for 20 hrs/week (depending on experience)
• 48 Hours of Sick and Safe Leave
