AmeriCorps Community Outreach Coordinator

Location: Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter
Service Term: Full-Time | Approximately 10½ Months
Service Schedule: Primarily Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Make an Impact 

Are you passionate about bringing people together and creating positive change in your community?

Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter is seeking an AmeriCorps Community Outreach Coordinator to help strengthen relationships with local residents, organizations, volunteers, elected officials and community partners.

This position is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in community outreach, volunteer engagement, event coordination and community development while supporting Habitat’s mission of helping local families build strength, stability and self-reliance through affordable homeownership.

What You’ll Do

As a Community Outreach Coordinator, you will:

• Build relationships with community residents, local organizations, elected officials and other community stakeholders.
• Work alongside the Programs team and community advocates to plan and carry out community improvement projects.
• Recruit and engage community volunteers to support improvement projects and events.
• Coordinate and document new community projects in partnership with residents and community partners.
• Support the development and marketing of Habitat’s education programs.
• Help plan and execute events at Habitat Lake-Sumter and our ReStores to engage new community members and strengthen relationships with donors and volunteers.
• Participate in community outreach activities, including events, resource fairs and visits throughout Lake and Sumter counties.

What We’re Looking For

Our ideal candidate is someone who:

• Supports and is willing to promote the mission of Habitat for Humanity and AmeriCorps.
• Enjoys working with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Has strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Is organized, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple projects.
• Has strong research skills.
• Has experience working with volunteers, instructing individuals or facilitating groups.
• Works well as part of a team.
• Has an interest in community development and housing.
• Has basic experience with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and Teams.

AmeriCorps Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Be a U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Meet AmeriCorps National Service Criminal History Check eligibility requirements.

AmeriCorps members may not perform prohibited activities as outlined in 45 CFR §2520.65 or supplement, duplicate or displace existing staff positions.

Service Environment

The Community Outreach Coordinator will primarily work in an open-office environment alongside Habitat staff and other AmeriCorps members. The position includes approximately 30% community outreach, which may include visiting homes and buildings, attending community events and resource fairs, and occasionally serving on project sites with uneven terrain or stairs.

Some outreach activities may take place outdoors in varying weather conditions.

The position also requires the ability to sit at a desk and computer for extended periods.

Member Development

AmeriCorps members will participate in training and professional development throughout their service term. Training may include opportunities provided by Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter, Habitat for Humanity International and AmeriCorps.

Training will not exceed 20% of the member’s aggregate service hours.

AmeriCorps Benefits

Full-time members serving approximately 10½ months may receive:

• $20,400 living allowance
• Segal AmeriCorps Education Award upon successful completion of service
• Health care benefits and enrollment in Employee Assistance Plan
• Approximately 10 days of personal and medical leave
• Possible forbearance or deferment of qualifying student loans
• Childcare benefits, if eligible
• Workers’ compensation insurance

Why Serve with Habitat Lake-Sumter?

This is more than a service opportunity. It’s a chance to build relationships, develop professional skills and make a tangible difference in the communities we serve.

You’ll help connect people with opportunities to get involved, strengthen their communities and support Habitat’s mission—while gaining experience that can help you take the next step in your career.

Interested in serving with Habitat Lake-Sumter?

Danielle@HabitatLS.org
352-630-3318

Reach out to Danielle to learn more and apply!