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If you are a detail-oriented and mission-driven professional who thrives at the intersection of logistics and disaster recovery, then United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County is where you need to be. The Buncombe County Long-Term Recovery Group (BCLTRG) Construction Lead plays a critical part in ensuring community members receive timely, coordinated, and safe home repairs and rebuilds.&nbsp;The&nbsp;<a href="http://buncombeltrg.org" target="_blank">BCLTRG&nbsp;</a>is a collaborative network of nonprofits, faith-based organizations, government agencies, and community partners working together to support equitable, coordinated disaster recovery following Hurricane Helene. Operating through a committee-led structure, the BCLTRG aligns resources, shares information, and streamlines services to ensure that individuals and families across Buncombe County, particularly those most impacted, can access the support they need to rebuild and recover.&nbsp;This position is a grant-funded position through December 2026 with the hope to extend past this date based on available funding. The goal for the BCLTRG is for it to become an independent non-profit organization. This position would, in the future, transition to direct employment with the BCLTRG.As the BCLTRG Construction Lead, you’ll manage the planning, coordination, and execution of home repair and rebuilding projects for community members. You'll collaborate closely with case managers, volunteer organizations, contractors, and community partners to ensure projects move efficiently from intake to completion, while centering the dignity and needs of each household served. This role combines strategic thinking and day-to-day problem solving, and offers the opportunity to build a community-based recovery model that is both responsive and resilient.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES&nbsp;Project Intake &amp; Construction Workflow<ul><li>Manage the full lifecycle of repair and rebuild projects with partner agencies referred through Disaster Case Management, from intake to final inspection.</li><li>Maintain a real-time tracking system for all clients in need of construction support.</li><li>Develop clear and itemized scopes of work and cost estimates to inform resource planning and partner coordination.</li><li>Provide cost estimate documentation for each case to support funding decisions and volunteer deployment planning.</li><li>Ensure all construction-related communication with clients is timely, respectful, and trauma-informed.</li></ul>Site Oversight &amp; Documentation<ul><li>Conduct on-site visits to assess work quality, safety, and compliance with applicable codes and permits.</li><li>Maintain required documentation, including before/after photos, signed agreements, and progress notes.</li><li>Ensure alignment with all funder and program reporting requirements.</li><li>Flag and troubleshoot scope changes, quality concerns, or delays in partnership with the Construction Committee.</li></ul>Partner Coordination &amp; Resource Logistics<ul><li>Coordinate with the Volunteer Committee, nonprofit rebuild organizations, and licensed contractors to match projects to capacity and manage construction schedules for timely, efficient progress.</li><li>Develop and manage construction schedules to ensure timely progress and efficient use of labor and resources.</li><li>Identify and help fill resource gaps by coordinating with the In-Kind Committee, maintaining awareness of available materials and volunteer capacity, and ensuring timely delivery of supplies to job sites.</li></ul>Committee Facilitation &amp; Interdepartmental Coordination<ul><li>Serve as staff liaison to the BCLTRG Construction Committee, help schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and document decisions and action items.</li><li>Collaborate closely with the Case Management Lead, Program Manager, and other staff to ensure a unified, survivor-centered recovery system.</li><li>Participate in BCLTRG-wide team meetings and strategy discussions to ensure consistency and accountability across programs.</li></ul>This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are associated with the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.Minimum Requirements<ul><li>At least 3 years of experience in construction project management, disaster recovery, housing rehabilitation, or a related field</li><li>Demonstrated understanding of residential construction processes, including assessment, permitting, and inspection</li><li>Experience coordinating construction logistics in multi-partner environments</li><li>Commitment to the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.unitedwayabc.org/vision-mission" target="_blank">mission and guiding principles</a> of UWABC and ability to model those principles</li></ul>Technical Skills, Abilities and other Requirements<ul><li>Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple construction projects with varying timelines</li><li>Technical proficiency with computers, Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Drive, Sheets) and strong ability to learn and use a variety of other platforms (e.g.,Salesforce)</li><li>Familiarity with safety standards, building codes, and permitting processes applicable to Buncombe County</li><li>Ability to read, interpret, and review construction assessments, scope of work documents, and cost estimates</li><li>Comfort with conducting site visits and documenting progress with photos and written notes</li><li>Effective interpersonal communication skills across diverse audiences, including clients, contractors, volunteers, and staff</li><li>Ability to troubleshoot and respond quickly to shifting needs, delays, or project complications</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hybrid work environment with both field and administrative responsibilities</li><li>Ability to communicate (oral and written) in English</li><li>Commitment to equity, trauma-informed practices, and community-centered recovery</li><li>Valid North Carolina Driver’s License with a driving record that meets insurance requirements</li></ul>Nice to Have<ul><li>Prior experience working with or within a Long-Term Recovery Group (LTRG), VOAD network, or community-based disaster response</li><li>Familiarity with FEMA, SBA, or HUD recovery programs and funding sources</li><li>Background in construction estimating or quality assurance for home repair</li><li>Experience working with volunteer rebuild teams</li><li>Bilingual (Spanish/English) proficiency</li></ul>Work EnvironmentThe physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals who are differently abled to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Sit, stand, walk, and traverse uneven terrain at construction sites</li><li>Reach with hands and arms; use finger and hand motion to operate tools, devices, and computers</li><li>Talk and hear in a variety of environments, including job sites and meeting settings</li><li>Drive to and from work sites and partner locations across Buncombe County</li><li>Close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus</li><li>Moderate physical activity required, including site walk-throughs and occasional lifting or transporting of lightweight materials up to 30 pounds.&nbsp;</li><li>Work is split between office settings and outdoor job sites, including homes under construction or repair.</li><li>Required to wear steel-toed shoes when onsite at construction or repair sites.&nbsp;</li><li>Exposure to typical job site conditions such as noise, dust, and changing weather</li><li>Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required for meetings or volunteer coordination</li><li>Moderate level of stress may result from project deadlines, shifting priorities, and field-based challenges</li><li>Moderate mental and visual fatigue may occur during periods of detailed documentation or computer-based reporting</li></ul>This position is exempt from overtime regulations. Hybrid work environment: a mix of office, remote, and community settings (e.g., visiting job sites, attending local events, and potentially attending relevant conferences and/or regional or statewide gatherings). As part of our hybrid work policy, new employees are required to work from the UWABC office a minimum of 3 days per week for the first 90 days, and then the schedule can be modified based on conversations with the supervisor.Reports To:&nbsp; Helene Recovery Initiatives DirectorSupervises:&nbsp; 0Hours: 40/week&nbsp;Hiring Range and Benefits:&nbsp;$55,000-62,000 annually plus full benefits, including paid vacation, sick and personal leave; employer contributions to 401(k), we cover 100% employee premiums for health, dental and vision insurance benefits and life and disability insurance, and pay a majority of dependent health premiums, self care fund, and coaching and support.United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

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United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County

Construction Lead

If you love working in a strong team environment, are an effective organized communicator, enjoy building relationships with others with a passion for equity-centered philanthropy, then United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County (UWABC) is where you want to be. The Grants and Resource Development Project Manager is part of the Resource Development team and works closely with the Associate Director of Grants, other departments, donors, and volunteers while holding true to UWABC’s long-term strategic vision.Position responsible for supporting the growth of the grants portfolio, managing UWABC’s direct mail campaign, engaging individual donors through an affinity group, and supporting the Resource Development department with various projects.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3>Assist Associate Director of Grants (ADG) with grant writing, management, reporting&nbsp;<ul><li>Conduct research to identify potential funding opportunities aligned with organizational goals</li><li>Support the ADG with drafting, editing, and submitting compelling grant proposals and letters of inquiry</li><li>Maintain a calendar of grant deadlines, ensuring timely submissions and follow-ups</li><li>Monitor grant budgets and prepare progress reports for funders as required</li><li>Collaborate with program teams to gather data and outcomes for grant reporting</li></ul>Manage Direct Mail program<ul><li>Coordinate the development and execution of the annual direct mail campaign</li><li>Collaborate with vendors to ensure timely production and distribution of appeals</li><li>Contact vendor to obtain updated addresses for donors and update data in CRM</li><li>Analyze campaign results and recommend strategies for improvement</li></ul>Affinity Group Leadership<ul><li>Manage one donor affinity group by providing leadership, strategy development, and event execution</li></ul>Lead All Donor Acknowledgements<ul><li>Prepare personalized thank-you letters for donors per the timeline and UWABC brand standards</li><li>Update digital acknowledgement templates annually</li><li>Work with Resdev team to secure volunteer signatures</li><li>Oversee donor acknowledgement SOP</li></ul>Portfolio Support for Resource Development Staff&nbsp;<ul><li>Assist other Resource Development staff with updating donor profiles, conducting donor research, and developing donor packets for individual donor visits (portfolios)</li><li>Support&nbsp; team with event planning and stewardship activities</li><li>Assist with special projects and initiatives as assigned by supervisor</li><li>Work cross-departmentally to address time-sensitive priorities effectively</li><li>Participate in United Way events and experiences as scheduled or requested</li></ul>This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are associated with the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.Minimum Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of professional experience in the nonprofit sector related to grant coordination, fundraising, and project coordination; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.</li><li>Excellent editing skills and attention to detail.</li><li>Experience working in deadline-driven environments.</li><li>Commitment to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.unitedwayabc.org/vision-mission" target="_blank">UWABC's guiding principles</a> and ability to model those principles&nbsp;</li></ul>Technical Skills, Abilities, and Other Requirements<ul><li>Proficient with computers and software, including Google Suite and MS Office</li><li>Ability to learn and use a variety of other software platforms (e.g., Zoom, Asana, CRM)</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities, maneuver complex work environments, engage in planning and problem-solving, and execute details</li><li>Demonstrated ability to use discretion and independent judgment and/or action in evaluating situations and making decisions</li><li>Ability to communicate (oral and written) with coworkers, donors, vendors, service providers, and the community in a clear, service-oriented, and professional manner</li><li>Excellent writing, communication, and presentation skills</li><li>Holds self and other team members accountable for achieving results</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy</li></ul>Nice to Have<ul><li>Prior experience working within a United Way</li></ul>Work EnvironmentThe physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals who are differently abled to perform the essential functions.While performing duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to:<ul><li>Sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms</li><li>Talk and hear</li><li>Use finger and hand motion, including keyboarding</li><li>Use close and distance vision, depth perception, and adjust focus</li><li>Moderate stress level caused by tight deadlines</li><li>Use a computer for extended periods</li><li>Interact in an office environment that contains a moderate amount of noise</li><li>Lift up to 20 lbs.</li><li>Drive a vehicle within the region</li></ul>This position is exempt from overtime regulations. This position is based in our office in Asheville, NC for at least 70% of the schedule. After an orientation period and if the work allows, this position may choose to work remotely for up to 30% of the schedule.Reports To:&nbsp;Associate Director GrantsSupervises: 0Hours: 40/weekHiring Range and Benefits: $50,000 to $55,620&nbsp; annually plus full benefits, including paid vacation, sick and personal leave; employer contributions to 401(k), contributions to health, dental, and vision insurance benefits and self-care fund, life and disability insurance, and coaching and supportUWABC covers 100% of employee medical, dental, vision, short/long-term, and group term life insurance premiums and a majority of dependent premiums. &nbsp;We also contribute funds to a Health Reimbursement Account among other benefits.&nbsp;United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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