EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
ANNOUNCEMENT NO.: PD08-47
APPLY:	HOC, Attn: Human Resources Office 10400 Detrick Avenue Kensington, Maryland 20895
PHONE:	EMAIL: hr@hocmc.org; FAX: 301-949-1248 240-773-9006 HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE 240-773-9007 JOB HOTLINE
POSITION TITLE:	Resident Counselor III – Financial Literacy Kensington, MD
DESCRIPTION & MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: This position develops and implements a broad range of activities to increase financial literacy among low-income residents living in HOC housing or participating in the Housing Choice Voucher Program. Particular emphasis will be placed on assisting residents with financial awareness as a means to achieve self sufficiency or to avoid eviction. Will develop informational materials for distribution and/or use materials from various groups to strengthen understanding of personal money management including building assets, managing bank accounts, developing a savings plan and setting realistic personal goals through budgeting. Conducts individual and group sessions on credit education, credit repair and other pertinent issues related to financial literacy. Partners with various financial institutions, landlords, management firms and others to help ensure the availability and accessibility to valuable information and financial resources on a regular basis. Requires a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university and a minimum of three years experience in the field of financial counseling, financial management, or business administration. Certification as a Financial Counselor preferred. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills, multicultural sensitivity; good computer skills (Word, Excel and software related to Financial Management), a good driving record, and transportation required. Bi-lingual preferred. This is a one-year Term position with benefits and is based on funding. Funding has been continuous. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. Low income residents in Montgomery County with the above qualifications are encouraged to apply. HOC conducts criminal background checks, employment reference checks, and where applicable, reviews driving records in determining suitability for employment. Selected applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Employment is contingent upon drug and alcohol test results.
ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS:	Unlimited
STARTING SALARY: FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE: DRIVER’S LICENSE:	$43,394(minimum) None Required Driver’s License Required
POSITION NUMBER:	RS02, Grade 20
POSTING DATE:	August 7, 2008
*PLEASE NOTE: HOC Career and Term employees must submit employment applications within 10 business days of Posting Date in order to receive first consideration.