ABOUT US
Partners for Community Development, Inc. provides resources that connect our community with safe and affordable housing, while building life strengthening opportunities.
Partners for Community Development, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) that focuses on social services programs and providing the best service to the community in energy assistance, residential energy conservation, housing rehabilitation, and home-buying assistance.
Partners serves the Eastern Wisconsin counties of Brown, Door, Kewaunee, Manitowoc, Calumet, Sheboygan, Ozaukee, and Milwaukee.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Donna Wendlandt
Chairman of the Board

Wendi Lucarelli
Vice Chairman

Rebecah Wickert-Carini
Secretary

Jill Kleiber
Treasurer

Crystal Fieber
Past Chairman

Kristin Bell Abell

Abbey Plocar

Meredith Sauer

Karen Lepisto

Tracey Schmidt

Adam Vanderheyden

Scott Kuehn

Karin Kirchmeier
Chief Executive Officer

Linda Barthels
Vice President – Human Resources

John Fleet
Chief Programs Officer

Debra Wigand
Chief Financial Officer
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
When you work for Partners for Community Development, Inc., every day is more than just a workday, it’s an opportunity to help others. Partners offers a flexible work schedule while having the ability to continually support the community. We are a team of professionals dedicated to building up our neighborhoods to help create better places to live.
All resumes and cover letters can be emailed to careers@partners4cd.com.
WEATHERIZATION TECHNICIAN (Sturgeon Bay, Milwaukee, Sheboygan)
Excellent opportunity to learn weatherization and home improvement skills while making a difference in the community.
Worksite: Partners’ service areas in Eastern Wisconsin (Facilities located in Brown Deer, Sheboygan and Sturgeon Bay)
Benefits of working for Partners include:
- 4 Day workweek, Mondays – Thursdays
- Paid weekly
- Competitive starting wage of $20.00 per hour or more, based on experience.
- Advancement opportunities – we promote from within the agency.
- Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Safety shoe reimbursement. Uniform allowance.
- No prior experience necessary.
JOB DUTIES:
The Weatherization Technician performs duties that relate to rehabilitation and weatherization of customers’ homes. These duties include, but are not limited to, insulation of attics, insulation of sidewalls and floors, installation of vents, weather-stripping and other weatherization, home repair and energy measures as assigned.
- Develop and use skills in home improvement, rehabilitation, weatherization and energy saving techniques.
- Safely and adequately operate tools and equipment utilized in the performance of tasks.
- Assist in loading and unloading of department vehicles.
- Assist with the maintenance and inventory control of equipment, tools and material.
- Responsible for satisfactory completion of assigned work.
- Attendance and participation in work related training and seminars as directed by supervisor.
- Respect customers’ property and personal matters. Maintain confidentiality of clients’ personal information.
Foster relationships with peers, and supervisors to ensure a positive work environment and professional relationships. - Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
- Willingness to learn weatherization/insulation techniques, home improvement skills, and how to use diagnostic equipment used in assessing the energy efficiency of a home.
- Ability and willingness to learn to read and decipher work orders and conduct basic math related to construction and material estimation.
- Ability to interact well with diverse personalities.
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in demanding environments and extreme weather conditions.
- Ability to use ladders and work at heights of up to four (4) stories.
- Ability to work for extended periods of time in confined spaces such as attics and crawl spaces.
- Able to lift and carry up to 60 lbs.
- A valid Wisconsin driver’s license, auto insurance, and a good driving record.
HOW TO APPLY: Please email resume to careers@partners4cd.com.
An Equal Opportunity Employer Working Under an Affirmative Action Plan
WHEAP INTAKE SPECIALIST (Sheboygan)
Worksite: Sheboygan
Benefits of working for Partners include:
- Competitive hourly wage
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan options
- Generous paid time off
- Ongoing training and career development
- Meaningful work that directly supports your community
Schedule:
- Full-Time
- Monday to Friday
- Occasional evenings/weekends (during emergency on-call rotation and to attend outreach events)
JOB SUMMARY: We are seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented WHEAP Intake Specialist to support the Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP). In this full-time role, you’ll guide customers through the application process, verify eligibility, manage documentation, and assist in outreach efforts across our service areas.
JOB DUTIES:
- Manage customer intake for Wisconsin’s WHEAP program (in-person and by phone)
- Answer questions, process applications, and verify eligibility documentation
- Maintain accurate client records and comply with all program guidelines
- Refer qualified clients to the Weatherization Assistance Program
- Provide alternative resource information to ineligible applicants
- Conduct outreach using DEHCR tools and coordinate with outreach staff
- Attend community events and promote program awareness
- Participate in after-hours on-call rotation during Emergency Furnace season
- Travel to other office locations or events as needed
- Keep current on policy updates and maintain program compliance
- Protect client confidentiality at all times
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma, GED, or HSED required
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office and database entry)
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong recordkeeping skills
- Comfortable working independently and in a team setting
- Experience in nonprofit, public service, or customer-facing roles (preferred)
- Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
- Valid Wisconsin driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
- Willing to travel for training or outreach (occasional overnight stays may be required)
- Bilingual in Spanish or Hmong a plus (not required)
HOW TO APPLY: Please email resume to careers@partners4cd.com
An Equal Opportunity Employer Working Under an Affirmative Action Plan