The Programs Manager will oversee Lawrence Habitat's two primary programs: the Homebuyer Services program and the Home Preservation Services program. They will work in collaboration with staff, partners, and volunteers to coordinate all processes and procedures related to these programs in accordance with Lawrence Habitat for Humanity's (LHfH) mission and standard of excellence.
Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree and/or 3+ years' experience in a related field(s) such as mortgage lending, social work, or real estate.
- Two+ years' experience in project management.
- Two+ years' experience in handling a variety of projects simultaneously.
- Ability to work effectively as a team member with staff and volunteers and have excellent people skills in order to work with people of all ages, races, faiths, gender expressions, gender identities, disabilities, sexual orientation, backgrounds, and skill levels.
- Goal-driven, results oriented, quality minded, and committed to the organization's goal of building and repairing homes to ensure that everyone has a decent place to live.
- Possess basic computer skills such as experience with Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Excel spreadsheets, and email.
- Be flexible, able to operate independently, and receptive to feedback.
- Demonstrate strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Pass a criminal background check and sexual offender check.
- Must have a willingness to take and an ability to pass the Qualified Loan Originator certification.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Responsibilities:
- Homebuyer Services:
- Act as the point of contact for potential LHfH homebuyers.
- Coordinate and oversee the LHfH homebuying process with the potential homebuyers, staff and volunteers.
- Track, maintain, and report homebuyer services related data.
- Oversee a comprehensive homebuyer readiness program called Pathways to Homeowners.
- Promote the Homebuyer readiness program through outreach efforts.
- Home Preservation Services:
- Act as the point of contact for all potential home preservation applicants.
- Coordinate and oversee the LHfH home preservation program, including scheduling contractors, processing applications, and working with applicants.
- Track, maintain and report home preservation related data.
- Build, maintain, and create new home preservation partnerships.
Full job description can be found at www.lawrencehabitat.org/careers
