Somerville Community Corporation (SCC) – Asset Building Specialist

Job Summary:

The Asset Building Specialist is responsible for supporting the Asset Building team with data-keeping, class management, client intake, one-on-one counseling education, and additional support as needed.

A Day in the Life of the Asset Building Specialist:

Serve as the primary presenter in First-Time Homebuyer Seminars and Financial Literacy Classes held in the evenings.
Provides community outreach and recruitment for potential Asset Building program participants in Somerville and its surrounding areas, including the development of social media, flyers, tabling, and by visiting other organizations and programs.
Conducts one-on-one financial and career coaching, including the establishment of individual plans and working with program participants to act on those plans, as well as referrals to wrap-around support services, with a total of caseload of 50 clients per year.
Facilitates training (e.g., household budgeting, credit repair).
Data entry (case management notes and client outcomes) for the member’s case load in Salesforce.
Fosters and maintains professional and positive communications and working relationships with residents, vendors, contractors, lenders, city staff, and other partners.
Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal skills and fosters strong working relationships and is adept at interacting with diverse groups of people.
Excellent verbal and written English communication and presentation skills focused on low- and moderate-income adults.
Stay current with changing technology, including software and SCC programs.

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities):

Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Excellent working knowledge of computer systems including MS Office Suites with advanced knowledge of Excel. Working knowledge of salesforce is a plus.
Proficiency in Spanish, Portuguese, or Haitian Creole a plus.
Task-oriented with strong organizational and attention to detail skills.
Self-directed and proven skill to work independently as well as part of a team.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to make appropriate judgment and decisions.
Demonstrated skill in managing multiple projects to drive results.
Works efficiently in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: HUD Homebuyer Counseling Certificate is a requirement.

Location: In person

Benefits: Health and Dental Insurance, PTO, 401K

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am 4:30 pm or 9:00am -5:00pm, and requires evening hours from 6:00-9:00pm approximately five (5) times per month.

Salary Range: $53-56,000 Based on experience & qualifications.

Walk In Applications accepted at 337 Somerville Avenue, 2nd Fl., Somerville, MA 02143 or send resume to: rtaylor@somervillecdc.org

Somerville Community Corporation (SCC) – First Source Career Coach

Job Summary:

The First Source Career Coach works with job seekers providing soft skills training and coaching from the job search through post placement. The Career Coach will work with the SCC team and community members to align program delivery with an evolving, shared vision. Success in this role requires a passion for helping others with the ability to provide encouragement.

A Day in the Life of the First Source Career Coach:

Coach participants to establish individual career plans and provide guidance.
Facilitating direct job readiness training (e.g., resume writing, interview preparation, workplace communication, etc.) for job preparation, both individually and in workshops at SCC and at other community organizations.
Recruitment and outreach to various audiences along career preparation continuum (job seekers, trainers, employers).
Assist in creating partnerships with organizations that align with First Source services.
Community outreach to include meeting with local business owners to recruit as Employer Partners.
Works remotely in different areas of Somerville to allow greater access of our services to the community we serve.
Participate in coalitions that help to advance the First Source Jobs Program’s vision for economic opportunity.
Foster and maintain communication and working relationships with Management, employees, residents, vendors, contractors, lenders, city staff, and other partners.
Maintains a professional, positive manner and appearance at all times.

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities):

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Computer literate in social media, intermediate or advanced Microsoft Office suite, and standard database systems. Working knowledge of salesforce is a plus.
Ability to fluently speak, read, and write in English, Haitian Creole, Spanish, Portuguese, or Mandarin required.
Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to a relational approach to building and reinforcing partnerships.
Task-oriented with strong organizational and attention to detail skills.
Self-directed and proven skill to work independently as well as part of a team.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to make appropriate judgment and decisions.
Demonstrated skill in managing multiple projects to drive results.
Works efficiently in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None

Location: Onsite

Duration: Full time

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am 4:30 pm or 9:00am -5:00pm some evenings and weekends may be required occasionally.

Salary Range: $50,000 Based on experience & qualifications.

Walk In Applications accepted at 337 Somerville Avenue, 2nd Fl. Somerville, MA 02143 or send Resume to: Renee Taylor at rtaylor@somervillecdc.org.