Begin Your Application

Click 'Apply Online' to complete your application securely online. A valid email address is required to submit and complete your application. You can also pick up a printed application at our Ministry Offices, Tuesday to Friday from 8:30am to 4pm.

Habitat Homeownership Application

Eligibility Questionnaire

Before you begin your application for housing with Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio, let's review a few eligibility requirements. Please answer each of the following questions.

Income from the following sources can be considered:

Employment (minimum of one month at current job; two years of employment income history)
Self-Employment (minimum of two years of documented self-employment income history)
Social Security (SS)
Disability (SSDI)
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Child Support
Alimony
Pension
Veterans’ Benefits

Required Supporting Documentation

After completing the initial application, you must submit supporting documents to complete your file. All documents listed below (if applicable to you and the income you’re claiming) are required within one calendar month of when you submitted the initial application. If all documents are not received by the end of the one-month period, your application is considered incomplete, your file is invalid and closed, and you will need to restart the process. No exceptions.

Paperwork can be submitted in the following ways:

Fax (330) 915-5887 Attn: Housing Application Team
Scanned PDF email attachment to application@habitateco.org
US Mail to 1400 Raff Road SW Ste. A, Canton, Ohio 44710 Attn: Housing Application Team
- Ministry Office lobby during business hours | Tuesday - Friday; 8:30am - 4:00pm
- After hours | Sealed in an envelope and dropped in the black lockbox located off the sidewalk outside the Community Center entrance near the middle of the Habitat building.

Any paperwork submitted is added to a legal file and cannot be returned to the applicant. Please make clear copies in PDF (electronic) or standard 8.5" x 11" (hardcopy) format. Photographs, blurry or illegible copies, and/or originals are not accepted. (Note: Habitat does not make copies at the office because of the high volume of applications received.)

Identity, Citizenship, and Custody Verification

Driver's license or state ID with photo for applicant and co-applicant
Birth certificates for everyone who will live in the home, including dependents
Legal guardianship/custody/adoption papers, if applicable (example: custody of non-biological children, fostering, etc.)

Income from Current and Previous Employment — Applicant and/or Co-Applicant

Most recent full month of paystubs for current job(s) — paystubs MUST include YTD gross income figure
Tax forms from prior two years, including
- W-2(s) for all jobs worked
- Federal Tax Returns
- State Tax Returns
- City Tax Returns

Income from Child Support or Alimony — Applicant and/or Co-Applicant

Previous year monthly history printout
Current year monthly history printout up to current month

Income from Social Service Benefits or Othe Fixed Income — Applicant and/or Co-Applicant
This includes income from Social Security, Disability, Supplemental Security income, Ohio Works First, Pension, Veterans Benefits, etc. This does not include Food Stamps.

Previous year award letter and/or 1099 showing benefits earned
Current year award letter showing current monthly benefit amount.

Helpful Hints — Tax Documents

Paystubs verify current employment income and tax documentation (W2s and tax return forms) verify two years of income history and that there are no delinquent taxes.

For federal and state return documentation, only the forms labeled IRS 1040 and Ohio 1040 are required. Additional federal and state forms (ie, Earned Income, Child Tax, Schedule J, etc.) are not needed unless applicant is self-employed or received unemployment compensation; in that case, Schedule C Self Employment documents or Schedule 1 showing unemployment benefits must also be submitted. City tax returns are typically one page labeled by the city in which taxes were filed.

If you do not have copies of your tax documents from the company you filed with, you can obtain copies directly from the federal, state, and city departments of taxation:

W2’s and/or Federal: W2s show where you were employed and how much you made at that job. A Federal IRS 1040 return verifies that you filed your federal taxes. Both are required by Habitat. Visit the Ralph Regula Federal Building at 301 McKinley Ave. SW Canton, OH 44702 (appointment required), call their office at 330-588-4417, or visit https://www.irs.gov/ to request a transcript of your W2’s or tax return.

State: All Ohio residents are required to file an Ohio 1040 state return. Contact State Attorney General’s Office – Department of Taxation at 1-800-282-1782 or online at https://www.tax.ohio.gov/ to request a transcript of your state tax return.

City: If you lived or worked within city limits you are generally required to file a city tax return. Check boxes 18, 19, and 20 on your W2 to see if local taxes were withheld and need filed. Contact information for those filing with Canton or Massillon cities: Canton – visit the Stark County Office Building at 424 Market Ave. N Canton, OH 44702 or call 330-430-7900. Massillon – visit tax department at 1 James Duncan Plaza Massillon, OH 44646 or call 330-830-1709. Other cities, please check with your local city income tax department.

Close

ReStore Donation Associate

Full Time • Salaried • Non-Exempt

The ReStore Donation Associate is a well-rounded position assisting at ReStore with all donation responsibilities, including, but not limited to, pick up of merchandise from donors, unloading on-site donation drop-offs, cleaning, stocking the sales floor, pricing merchandise, and operating the cash register as needed.

This position reports to: ReStore Management

About Habitat for Humanity ReStore
Habitat for Humanity ReStore is a nonprofit thrift store and donation center that sells new and gently used furniture, appliances, housewares, and building materials to the public. Proceeds help Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio build and renovate homes with low-to-moderate income families in the local community.

Position Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
A valid drivers’ license with a good driving record
Truck driving experience is desired, but not required
A criminal background check is required
Truck drivers must also pass a drug test

Position Skills

Capacity to handle multiple tasks and prioritizing responsibilities
Commitment to a cooperative work ethic
Ability to professionally communicate with customers and donors and provide excellent customer service
Possess an absolute commitment to job safety and security

Position Duties and Responsibilities

Donation Truck
- Drive and/or ride in ReStore box trucks to collect donations throughout the community
- Screen items for value and usability while professionally communicating with donors
- Load/Unload donated materials such as cabinets, appliances, furniture, building materials, boxed items, etc.
- Complete truck inventories and replenish items such as first aid supplies, safety materials, donor receipts, paperwork, tools and equipment, etc.
- Clean ReStore trucks of all merchandise and trash at the end of each workday
- Communicate with management to coordinate vehicle maintenance or cleaning
- Follow all Habitat regulations and state driving laws
Sales Floor
- Move, clean, and prepare merchandise for the sales floor
- Move, process, and load sold items for customers
- Assist donors with in-store donation drop-offs
- Assist with accurately pricing merchandise for the sales floor
- Maintain a working knowledge of existing and new products in the store
- Coordinate with other team members to organize and maintain store safety and cleanliness
- Complete occasional inventory counts and product organization projects outside normal business hour

Physical Demands: The ReStore Donation Associate must be able to lift a minimum of 70 lbs. and can spend much of the day standing/moving throughout the store. Work may require bending, kneeling, navigating steps, and reaching in awkward and tiring positions for extended periods of time.

Habitat for Humanity builds homes and hope. Serving Stark, Carroll, Tuscarawas, Harrison, and Jefferson Counties, Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio is driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live. People partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and purchase their homes with an affordable 0% interest mortgage. Through new construction, preservation construction, critical home repair, and neighborhood revitalization efforts, we rely on a talented and committed team to help families build strength, stability, and self-reliance that lasts for generations. Through shelter, Habitat empowers. To learn more, visit www.habitateco.org.

How to Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter for consideration to Jillian Syroid, HR Manager + Controller, at jsyroid@habitateco.org.

Close

ReStore Donation Truck Driver

Non-Exempt

The ReStore Donation Truck Driver is responsible for providing excellent customer service during the donation process during pickups from both residential and business donors. Merchandise should be picked up in a timely and courteous manner, be loaded into the ReStore truck, and returned to the ReStore for unloading.

This position reports to: ReStore Manager(s) and works closely with the ReStore Donation Coordinator and other store associates.

About Habitat for Humanity ReStore:
Habitat for Humanity ReStore is a nonprofit thrift store and donation center that sells new and gently used furniture, appliances, housewares, and building materials to the public. Proceeds help Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio build and renovate homes with low-to-moderate income families in the local community.

Requirements:

High School Diploma/GED
A valid drivers’ license with a good driving record
Truck driving experience is desired, but not required
A criminal background check is required
Truck drivers must also pass a drug test
Must be at least 21 years old

Key Skills Needed to Succeed in this Position:

Have strong interpersonal and communication skills
Must have excellent customer service skills
Possess an absolute commitment to job safety and security
Have the ability to professionally communicate with customers and donors and provide excellent customer service

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Drive ReStore box trucks to collect donations throughout the community
Screen items for value and usability while professionally communicating with donors
Load/Unload donated materials such as cabinets, appliances, furniture, building materials, boxed items, etc.
Complete truck inventories and replenish items such as first aid supplies, safety materials, donor receipts, paperwork, tools, and equipment, etc.
Clean ReStore trucks of all merchandise and trash at the end of each workday
Communicate with management to coordinate vehicle maintenance or cleaning
Follow all Habitat regulations and state driving laws

Physical Demands: The ReStore Donation Truck Driver must be able to lift a minimum of 70 lbs. and can spend much of the day standing/moving throughout the store. Work may require bending, kneeling, navigating steps, and reaching in awkward and tiring positions for extended periods of time.

Habitat for Humanity builds homes and hope. Serving Stark, Carroll, Tuscarawas, Harrison, and Jefferson Counties, Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio is driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live. People partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and purchase homes with an affordable zero-interest mortgage. Through new construction, preservation construction, critical home repair, and neighborhood revitalization efforts, we rely on a talented and committed team to help families build strength, stability, and self-reliance that lasts for generations. Through shelter, Habitat empowers. To learn more, visit habitateco.org.

Close

Marketing Specialist

Full Time • Salaried
Typical Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30am-4pm

Be a voice for a life-changing mission. At Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio, we unite people to build homes, communities, and hope—it’s an inspiring story of how individuals from all walks of life join to create brighter futures. As a creative Marketing Specialist, you will leverage a broad combination of strategic planning, digital and print marketing, creative content, and social media to drive the success of Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio and Habitat for Humanity ReStore, our nonprofit thrift store and donation center. Your work will amplify our mission, empowering families to break the cycle of poverty and build lasting foundations of strength, stability, and self-reliance through decent, affordable housing.

This position reports to: The Director of Communications and works closely with the teams representing all other departments.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field.
3+ years of proven successful experience in marketing, preferably in the nonprofit sector.
A valid driver’s license and a good driving record, and proof of automobile insurance are required.
A criminal background check is required.
Willingness to travel and work outside normal hours occasionally.

Key Skills Needed to Succeed in this Position:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to create compelling content for diverse audiences and platforms.
Expertise in managing social media and creating engaging content.
Knowledge of digital and print marketing best practices, tactics, and tools.
Familiarity with graphic design concepts and software such as Adobe Creative Suite is preferred.
Experience in photography and videography is preferred.
Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple simultaneous projects.
Capacity to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
Passionate about Habitat for Humanity's mission with a commitment to community development and affordable housing.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning
- Develop and implement marketing strategies that drive the organization’s goals and mission, incorporating innovative ideas and creative campaigns that engage and inspire our audiences.
- Coordinate marketing initiatives across various departments to ensure consistency and alignment with overall objectives.
Content Creation
- Develop and produce engaging content for various platforms, including social media, email, and print materials, to effectively communicate our mission and activities.
- Utilize advanced copywriting skills to craft persuasive and compelling narratives that resonate with our target audiences.
- Develop promotional materials such as brochures, flyers, and videos, ensuring they are visually appealing and aligned with our marketing strategies.
Digital Marketing
- Manage and optimize the organization’s online presence and social media channels.
- Develop and execute email marketing campaigns.
Community and Donor Engagement
- Develop and maintain relationships with community partners, sponsors, and volunteers to support marketing initiatives.
- Represent the organization at community events and functions to foster partnerships and encourage community involvement.
Photography and Videography (Candidates with these skills will be preferred.)
- Capture and edit professional photos and videos to document events, projects, and the impact of our work.
- Create compelling visual content for marketing campaigns and social media.
Graphic Design (Candidates with these skills will be preferred.)
- Design visually appealing graphics for use in digital and print media.
- Utilize graphic design software to produce professional content.
Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands:Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. and spend much of the day moving. Work may require bending, kneeling, navigating steps, and reaching in awkward and tiring positions for extended periods of time.

Habitat for Humanity builds homes and hope. Serving Stark, Carroll, Tuscarawas, Harrison, and Jefferson Counties, Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio is driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live. People partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and purchase their homes with an affordable 0% interest mortgage. Through new construction, preservation construction, critical home repair, and neighborhood revitalization efforts, we rely on a talented and committed team to help families build strength, stability, and self-reliance that lasts for generations. Through shelter, Habitat empowers. To learn more, visit www.habitateco.org.

Close

Build your career by helping families build futures.

Employment and Career Opportunities • Canton, Ohio

Current Open Positions

ReStore Donation Associate

Summer ReStore Donation Associate

ReStore Donation Truck Driver

About Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio

Our Vision

Our Mission

Helpful Links

Non-Proselytizing Policy

Position Skills

Requirements:

Key Skills Needed to Succeed in this Position:

Key Skills Needed to Succeed in this Position:

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: