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Habitat for Humanity New York City and Westchester County is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in all its activities and programs including employment and promotion. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, physical handicap, veteran or marital status.

Community Mural Volunteer Site Leader (Volunteer Opportunity)

This is an unpaid volunteer opportunity.

Habitat for Humanity New York City and Westchester County’s Community Mural Volunteer Site Leader (CMVSL) engages and directs volunteers on community art projects, with a focus on leading interior and exterior mural installations that enhance community spaces. Community spaces include but are not limited to NYCHA community centers, community gardens, senior centers, parks, faith-based community service facilities, and schools.

The Community Mural Volunteer Site Leader plays an integral role on the Community Impact Program team by ensuring that volunteers have a safe, meaningful, and creative experience while contributing to projects that strengthen neighborhoods. This role requires an artist who is comfortable designing and leading mural projects, guiding volunteers in painting techniques, and collaborating with the community to bring large-scale artwork to life. We are seeking people who have excellent interpersonal skills, have previous experience leading groups, or are comfortable leading groups.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare volunteer project sites, including but not limited to paint-related tasks such as clearing, property protection, taping, organizing materials, and mural outlining.
  • Ensure volunteers check in and acknowledge waivers and code of conduct.
  • Support volunteer orientation, morning safety briefing and scope explanation.
  • Prepare surfaces, scale designs, and oversee the execution of large-scale mural artwork from concept to completion.
  • Guide volunteers and community participants in hands-on interior/exterior and painting and artistic techniques, ensuring projects are carried out safely and to Habitat standards.
  • Assist in the design and execution of collaborative mural projects that reflect community identity, culture, and shared values.
  • Monitor volunteer sites for safety compliance and ensure all safety protocols and procedures are maintained.
  • Provide short-term site oversight as needed.
  • Monitor inventory of volunteer-related tools, painting supplies, and mural materials — regularly reporting needs to supervisor.

Qualifications:

  • A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in fine arts, mural arts, design, or related field, and/or 2–5 years of relevant experience in nonprofit, design, or public art projects.
  • Proven experience creating large-scale interior and exterior murals.
  • Strong project management, leadership, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently.
  • Experience working with volunteers, community groups, or youth programs is highly desirable.
  • Passion for community development, housing justice, public art, and community service.

Skills required:

  • Strong networking and relationship management skills, demonstrating a willingness to work in a collaborative and strong team-based organization.
  • Strong public speaking and group facilitation skills.
  • Experience leading groups or guiding collaborative art or construction projects.
  • Ability to teach basic painting or mural techniques to volunteers of varying skill levels.
  • Customer service experience preferred.
  • Ability to lift a minimum of 30 lbs., move equipment and materials.

Location: Project site locations will vary throughout New York City neighborhoods with a particular focus on Brooklyn and the Bronx. Main office is located at 111 John Street, Suite 770, New York, NY, 10038.

Hours: Contingent on volunteer project scheduling needs. Project schedule fluctuates and is generally weekdays from 8 am to 4 pm with occasional Saturdays. Hours and days are not guaranteed and are based on volunteer group and site availability.

To apply: If you are interested in bringing your passion for the mission of Habitat for Humanity to the organization, please apply by sending a resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications, interest and experience to Charles Frenkel, with the subject line: Site Leader Application – [Applicant Name]

Habitat for Humanity New York City and Westchester County is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in all its activities and programs including employment and promotion. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, physical handicap, veteran or marital status.

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