Website Somerville Community Corporation
Building a Foundation of Equity
About Somerville Community Corporation (SCC):
We are a membership organization that provides leadership for sustaining the City of
Somerville as a vibrant, diverse, and tolerant community. We offer workforce development and
digital literacy services and lead community organizing that supports low- and moderateincome Somerville residents in their efforts to achieve economic sustainability and increase
civic participation. We are a small team with a big heart for helping those in our community.
Job Summary:
The Homeownership and Financial Specialist is responsible for supporting the Asset Building
team with data-keeping, class management, client intake, one-on-one and group financial
counseling / education, and additional support as needed.
A Day in the Life of the Specialist:
▪ Serve as the primary presenter / facilitator for the First-Time Homebuyer Seminars via
Zoom in the evenings or on Saturdays
▪ Serves as the primary presenter for monthly Financial Literacy Classes held in person.
▪ 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 coaching, including the establishment of individual budgets
or financial goals and working with program participants to act on those plans, as well as
referrals to wrap-around support services, with a total caseload of 50 clients per year.
▪ Facilitate training (e.g., household budgeting, credit repair).
▪ Data entry (case management notes and client outcomes) for ongoing case load in
Salesforce.
▪ Fosters and maintain professional and positive communications and working relationships
with residents, vendors, contractors, lenders, city staff, and other partners.
▪ Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal skills, 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 lowand moderate-income adults.
▪ Stays 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 Zoom, Teams, MS Office Suites
with advanced knowledge of PowerPoint. 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.
▪ Experienced in scheduling meetings and follow up
▪ 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.
▪ HUD Homebuyer Counseling Certificate is a requirement.
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. Additionally, four Saturdays throughout
the year.
To apply for this job email your details to rtaylor@somervillecdc.org