This program is available to all, without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, marital or parental status, genetic information and military service.
Are you interested in joining our team? Below is a list of positions that are currently available. Don't hesitate to reach out to us and ask about upcoming job opportunities, as we usually have a plethora of ways to get involved!
Community Rebuilds partners with AmeriCorps State to offer positions both in the office and on our build site. AmeriCorps members serve full time for one year, and receive benefits such as a living stipend, End of Service Segal Education Awards, and more. Information about AmeriCorps and member benefits can be found at the link at the bottom of this page.
Desired Experience
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It's always great to have a degree in a relevant field, leadership experience, or work experience (e.g., construction, architecture, materials management, research, and etc.)
Compensation & Benefits
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Living stipend of $18,700/year
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Education award of $7,395
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Student loan deferment and interest forbearance
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Potential eligibility for food stamps
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Special open enrollment for health insurance through Marketplace- AmeriCorps can help with premiums if needed
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9.5 weeks off throughout the year while still receiving living benefits
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Expand resume while simultaneously benefiting the community
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Receive mentoring, training, and experience in program facilitation and leadership
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Receive the reward of changing lives and making a difference in our world
To apply- Please send your resume, two references, and cover letter to: recruitment@communityrebuilds.org
Sustainability Coordinator
AmeriCorps State
The Sustainability Coordinator will work to ensure that Community Rebuilds is focused on sustainability! We strive to build the best home possible with affordability, climate change, and the environment in mind. The building industry is responsible for nearly 40% of all the carbon emissions in the world. Sustainable and regenerative building methods put less strain on the environment and work against climate change. Community Rebuilds must work to eliminate our own carbon footprint while training dozens of students and program participants to think beyond the status quo. Community Rebuilds' programs include affordable housing projects, ReStore (reclaimed and salvaged materials) Program, and sustainable building apprenticeships and internships. The Sustainability Coordinator manages the campus, the ReStore Program, and will research ways to be more sustainable and regenerative for the program participants and organization as a whole.
The Sustainability Coordinator AmeriCorps Member will work with the Program Manager, the Executive Director, and the Project Team.
Assignment Responsibilities
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Contribute 1700 hours of service between 8/1/2024-7/31/2025
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Attend AmeriCorps Orientation and meetings
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Participate in AmeriCorps and Community Rebuilds events and community projects
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Manage the Community Rebuilds ReStore (salvaged building materials and home goods sales and reuse)
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Serve as the point person for Community Rebuilds' campus residents
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Facilitate deep cleaning and yard work days
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Check residents in/out
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Respond to maintenance issues or residents needs
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maintain the campus cleanliness and overall organization
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Research and provide information for sustainable living to homeowners and campus residents
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Find solutions for waste streams for campus residents, office, and build site
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Research building materials for affordability, regionality, and low embodied carbon
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Pursue alternative building techniques
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Track energy and carbon accounting on materials and houses
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Collaborate and strategize on the design and implementation of campus build outs, campus design and landscaping, and sustainability improvements
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Assist on Community Rebuilds job site project when time allows
Project Manager Apprentice
AmeriCorps State
Community Rebuilds is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for affordable and sustainable housing. The Project Manager Apprentice will work to contribute to the housing and climate crisis by assisting the Construction Manager in organization and facilitation of building projects on site and in the office.
The Project Manager Apprentice will work under the supervision of the Construction Manager and Administration team.
Assignment Responsibilities
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Contribute 1700 hours of service between 9/1/2024- 8/31/2025
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Attend AmeriCorps Orientation and meetings
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Participate in AmeriCorps and Community Rebuilds events and community projects
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Organize and process project documents
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Assist with bookkeeping tasks
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Obtain bids and documents from sub-contractors
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Create project timelines, budgets, and material takeoffs
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Attend project meetings when necessary
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Assist with messaging participants
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Assist other team members with programs, events, or office tasks as needed
Design Build Apprentice
AmeriCorps State
Community Rebuilds is seeking an inspired, driven, individual with a passion for affordable and sustainable housing. The Design Build Apprentice works to contribute to the housing and climate crisis by contributing to both the design and build while gaining valuable experience in bringing a project from concept to creation.
The Design Build Apprentice will work alongside and under supervision of the Drafting Instructor and Site Supervisor.
Assignment Responsibilities
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Contribute 1700 hours of service between 8/1/2024-7/31/2025
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Attend AmeriCorps Orientations and meetings
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Participate in AmeriCorps and Community Rebuilds events and community projects
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Draft thorough and accurate construction documents
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Collect bids from contractors and subcontractors
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Create project timelines, budgets, and material takeoffs
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Oversee the budget for each project, ensuring accurate accounting
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Research zoning and coding requirements
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Facilitate a cohesive relationship between the administrative staff and the build team
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Participate in all building tasks involved with foundation to finish construction
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Assist the instructor/supervisor on site
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Advise, mediate issues, and field questions for interns, volunteers, and homeowners
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Maintain the build site cleanliness and organization
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Supervise the use of tools and maintain inventory list
Recruitment Coordinator
AmeriCorps State
The Recruitment Coordinator works to contribute to the housing and climate crisis by recruiting program participants for our affordable housing program and internships and workshops focused on sustainable building and practices. The goal of this position is to expand the reach of our opportunities far and wide with the objective of equity, inclusion, and diversity.
The Recruitment Coordinator will work alongside and under the supervision of the Program Administration team.
Assignment Responsibilities
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Contribute 1700 hours of service between 8/1/2024-7/31/2025
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Attend AmeriCorps Orientation and meetings
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Participate in AmeriCorps and Community Rebuilds events and community projects
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Create promotional campaigns for recruitment of students, volunteers, and program participants
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Contribute to social media and graphic designing work
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Network with Universities, environmental groups, tribal communities, etc
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Promote equity, diversity, and inclusion within recruitment
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Table at events such as career fairs, conferences, and community events
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Applicant coordination: Check references, conduct initial interviews, make recommendations to staff, and coordinate onboarding when approved
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Onboard and support participants throughout their term
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Assist with check in, check outs, and assist in housing needs
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Facilitate term events such as Orientation and Closing Ceremonies
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Serve as a liaison to provide group communication from the office to CR members
Build Apprentice
AmeriCorps State
Community Rebuilds provides an advanced educational service opportunity for those interested in entering the field of construction or for those wanting to contribute direct service towards affordable housing projects for low-income families and individuals. Apprentices will gain building and leadership knowledge by directing homeowners, interns, and volunteers through the build process under the guidance of lead supervisors.
20% of this direct service position can be used towards capacity building for the organization. Community Rebuilds has many exciting behind-the-scenes capacity-building opportunities in the office. Four hours per week (on average) of the AmeriCorps term can be used for assisting with side projects, administrative assistance, project management, planning, and development. This capacity-building work is intended not only to assist in furthering the organization's mission and programming, but to serve as experience and professional development for the Apprentice. The capacity-building time must be pre-approved for purposes of priority and may be contingent on the capacity of CR's staff to mentor the Apprentice.
Apprentices work alongside and under the supervision of their Construction Manager and Site Supervisor.
Assignment Responsibilities
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Contribute 1700 hours of service between 8/1/2024-7/31/2025 or 11/1/2024-10/31/2025
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Attend AmeriCorps Orientation and meetings
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Participate in AmeriCorps and Community Rebuilds events and community projects
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Participate in all building tasks involved with foundation to finish construction
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Assist the lead supervisor on-site
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Advise, mediate issues, and field questions for interns, volunteers, and homeowners
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Provide on-site supervision for safety of interns, volunteers, and homeowners
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Maintain the build site cleanliness and organization
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Supervise the use of tools and maintain inventory list
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Coordinate the purchase and ordering of materials
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Perform maintenance tasks at the CR campus as needed
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Participate in weekly, quarterly, and bi-annual meetings
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Facilitate and cater events and workshops
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Motivate the crew to work together as a team and maintain morale
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Opportunity to assist and facilitate build project management duties – flexible in accordance with project needs, and AmeriCorps members’ experience and interests
Event and Outreach Coordinator
AmeriCorps State
Community Rebuilds is seeking an organized and outgoing individual with a passion for affordable and sustainable housing. The Event and Outreach Coordinator works to contribute to the housing program and our courses and workshops focused on sustainable building and practices. The goal of this position is to expand the reach of our opportunities far and wide with the objective of equity, inclusion, and diversity.
The Event and Outreach Coordinator will work alongside and under the supervision of the Program Administration team.
Assignment Responsibilities
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Contribute 1700 hours of service between 8/1/2024- 7/31/2025
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Attend AmeriCorps Orientation and meetings
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Participate in AmeriCorps and Community Rebuilds events and community projects
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Create promotional campaigns for events and programs
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Conducting tours of homes and campus for visitors
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Contribute to social media and graphic design work
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Network with universities, environmental groups, tribal communities, etc. Promote equity, diversity and inclusion within recruitment
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Table at events such as career fairs, conferences, and community events
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Plan, facilitate, and manage volunteers for events such as the Haunted House, Open Houses, pop-up ReStores and other courses of workshops
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Assist Recruitment Coordinator with recruiting participants when needed
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Solicit and gather in-kind goods and supplies necessary for programs and events
Learn more about the different AmeriCorps programs here!
What are the benefits of AmeriCorps State programs?
OTHER WAYS TO GET INVOLVED
Natural Building Internship - TO BE ANNOUNCED. When projects allow a foundation to finish build, we will once again offer our 5-month internship program. We are currently called to action and scaling up to help with the housing crisis in the communities we serve. All of our projects will feature natural building techniques, always, and all volunteers will get their hands muddy. We are extremely focused on building for climate change, carbon accounting, and incorporating as many carbon sequestering materials as we can in an effort to store the amount of carbon our buildings generate in the goal of having carbon-neutral buildings. With this focus, making adjustments to our standard building model can create more opportunity for additional carbon storage. One example is using siding made from upcycled cedar telephone poles on the exterior of our buildings versus natural plasters.
Learn about our current Builder B.E.E.S. work exchange program here.
Sign up to learn and Volunteer on your own schedule here.