AmeriCorps is the national service initiative that provides community service opportunities to people of all ages and backgrounds. As Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity enters its 18th year of hosting an AmeriCorps Program, it has expanded to the Minnesota Habitat for Humanity AmeriCorps Program.  Starting in September 2012, interested individuals will be able to apply for AmeriCorps positions at both Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity and Habitat of South Central MN.

We look for members who:

  • Are dedicated to the missions of AmeriCorps and Habitat for Humanity
  • Are enthusiastic about joining a team that promotes the AmeriCorps ethic of service
  • Are committed to addressing the area’s affordable housing crisis
  • Are able to handle a high level of responsibility
  • Possess the skills & experience pertinent to the AmeriCorps position for which they are applying

DEVELOPMENT OF NEW SKILLS

Our members participate in a variety of training sessions to help them develop their service and workplace skills.  Here are some examples:

  • Understanding affordable housing needs that exist across the state of Minnesota
  • CPR and First Aid
  • AmeriCorps team-building activities
  • Civic Engagement and Creating Social Change

Creating a team-like atmosphere and understanding the importance of being an active and engaged citizen are important components of our AmeriCorps program. We will plan and carry out community service projects in partnership with other non-profit organizations and participate in events with AmeriCorps members from around the state of Minnesota. Our AmeriCorps members will attend an orientation at the beginning of their service term, attend 2-3 Civic Engagement Retreats during the program, and participate in an end of the year AmeriCorps event.

DURATION OF COMMITMENT

There are 24 year-long positions available and members are expected to commit to the full year of service (from September 4th, 2012 – August 16th, 2013). Serving approximately 40 hours per week is necessary for each member to achieve the minimum requirement of 1,700 service hours. AmeriCorps members are accepted on a yearly basis, and may serve a maximum of two years in any AmeriCorps program (with some exceptions).

BENEFITS

  • A living allowance of approximately $465 (before taxes) every two weeks during term of service
  • $100 reimbursement for work boots & construction clothes for construction-based AmeriCorps members
  • Health Insurance (visit our health insurance provider’s website for more information.  This benefit is for AmeriCorps members only)
  • Holidays off: Thanksgiving, the Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day and Independence Day
  • AmeriCorps sweatshirt and t-shirt
  • Loan forbearance on most student loans
  • Interest accrued on qualifying student loans while serving in the program may be reimbursed by federal government
  • Segal Education Award of $5,550 upon successful completion of program

How do I apply?  

We are not currently accepting applications.  We will begin accepting applications for the 2012-2013 Program Year on March1, 2012. At that time you may submit a résumé and cover letter (outlining which position you are applying for, why you are interested in this position and what skills or experiences you bring to this position)

Betsy Reller
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity

National Service Programs Manager
3001 4th Street SE
Minneapolis, MN 55414-3301
ph: 612-305-7165
fax: 612-305-7265
betsy.reller@tchabitat.org
EOE/AA

Please note, you may apply for more than one position, but please be sure to include in your cover letter the name of the position and the name of the Habitat affiliate for which you are applying.  

Please click on position descriptions below to learn more specifics about each AmeriCorps position available:

 Habitat for Humanity of South Central Minnesota (Mankato, MN)

AmeriCorps – Construction Volunteer Facilitator 
1 year-long position

 

Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity (Minneapolis, MN)

AmeriCorps - A Brush with Kindness Volunteer Facilitator (ABWK) 
4 year-long positions

AmeriCorps - Volunteer Coordinator 
1 year-long position

AmeriCorps - Construction Volunteer Facilitator  18 year-long positions

  

 

The Minnesota Habitat for Humanity AmeriCorps Program will take Affirmative Action to ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination. Such employment practices include, but are not limited to, the following: recruitment, employment advertising, selection, hiring, upgrading, promotion, demotion, transfer, layoff, disciplinary action, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and selection for training and apprenticeship opportunities. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with known disabilities.


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