What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housing Counselor (Part-Time Education and Outreach Specialist) position at Prince William County, VA?
Salary : $25.44 - $48.52 Hourly
Location : Manassas, VA
Job Type : Part-time Benefitted (PB)
Job Number : 202509510
Department : VIRGINIA COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE
Division : FINANCIAL EDUCATION
Opening Date : 02 / 07 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 23 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
GRADE : B23
Hiring Salary : $25.44
Introduction
Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE) is seeking an experienced and empathetic Housing Counselor & Financial Educator to provide guidance to clients who are working to improve their credit scores, reduce personal debt, or increase their savings.
The VCE Financial Education and Housing Counseling team provides no-cost personal financial education programs and HUD-certified housing counseling services to Prince William County residents and our extended community. At 30 hours per week, this role is an excellent opportunity for professionals re-entering the workforce, seeking an encore career, or looking for a great work-life balance! If you have expertise in credit reports and scoring, home loans and lending practices, goal setting and creating personal spending and savings plans with clients, we invite you to apply!
About This Role
Key Responsibilities
The primary responsibilities include :
- Educating clients on personal financial management practices
- Assessing financial options and helping clients create action plans to achieve their goals (e.g., debt management, savings, credit improvement, homeownership, college planning, or eviction prevention)
- Offering tailored advice on improving credit scores, reducing debt, and increasing savings
- Assisting clients with navigating housing and lending practices, including preparation for homeownership
- Facilitating group workshops and individual counseling sessions on financial literacy and planning
Minimum Requirements
Preferences
Master Financial Education Volunteer (MFEV)
HUD Housing Counseling Certification
Virginia Housing "Train the Trainer" qualification
Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC)
Special Requirements
Candidates must obtain Virginia Housing "Train the Trainer" qualification and HUD certification within 30 days of hire if not already certified.
Work Schedule
This is a part-time position, averaging 30 hours per week. Work is primarily scheduled during weekday business hours (8 : 30 AM - 5 PM) with the possibility of one Saturday per month. There is flexibility, and specific hours will be negotiated with the program manager.
Important Notices
At-will employment : Positions at Virginia Cooperative Extension Prince William are in the exempt service of the County. Therefore, if appointed to the position, your employment will be "at-will," which means that you may be discharged from your employment for any legal reason, with or without notice. Similarly, as an at-will employee you may resign at any time, for any reason, with or without notice.
Grant funded position : Continued employment is contingent on available grant funding.
Starting Salary Rate : $25.44 / HR
Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.
Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.
The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits :
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I understand that information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications. Information on my resume will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. Only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications. Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited.
Please select your highest level of completed education.
How many years of experience do you have in personal financial counseling, housing counseling, and / or personal financial education?
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Are you bilingual, English / Spanish?
Please describe your experience with Personal Financial Counseling, Housing Counseling, or Personal Financial Educationplease check any / all that apply :
Are you able to meet the requirements of a part-time schedule (30 hours / week) with occasional Saturday work?
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Salary : $25 - $49
