Financial Empowerment Center Program Manager - Dobbs Ferry, United States - Mercy University

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Financial Empowerment Center Program Manager

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Financial Empowerment Center Program Manager

Salary

$ $32.14 Hourly

Location

Multiple Locations, NY

Job Type

Full Time Staff

Job Number

00686

Division

Office of the President

Department

Workforce D & Online C GM/VP Office

Opening Date

03/29/2024

Union Status

Non-Union

Description

Benefits

Job Posting Summary

Mercy Universitys Division of Workforce Credentialing and Community Impact is partnering with the City of Mount Vernon and the non-profit organization Cities for Financial Empowerment to establish and maintain a Financial Empowerment Center in the city of Mount Vernon. The FEC program aims to improve the financial stability of Mount Vernon households by providing high quality, one-on-one financial education, and counseling to low-income residents. FEC counseling services are based on four guiding principles: establishing safe banking relationships, increasing savings, reducing debt and building credit. FECs are located in areas with high concentrations of poverty and financial distress. The Program Manager position will report directly to Mercy Universitys VP for Workforce Credentialing and Community Impact. The FEC Program Manager is integral to the growth and success of this initiative, with primary responsibilities related to community partnerships, ongoing operations, counselor management, and data tracking. The position is funded by a partnership agreement between Mercy and the city of Mount Vernon with an initial term of two years and opportunity for renewal pending funding beyond the initial term.

Qualifications

Required Skills & Experience:

Duties shall include, but are not limited to:

Support the programmatic design and implementation of the initiative.

Act as the liaison between MV FEC and referral partners and hosts.

Work with partners to problem-solve operational issues, including programmatic integration with host sites and referral relationships with other local government agencies.

Support the marketing, outreach, and strategic referrals of clients to the FECs.

Oversee organizations implementation of client management and database system.

Ensure that data collected within the client management and database system is complete and accurate.

Collect, aggregate, and prepare any programming reports for the Local Government Manager, funders, partners, etc.

Guide staff to ensure complete and accurate data input into client management and database system to document client progress and record program outcomes.

Train all FEC employees and referral partners on the FEC model.

Supervise the financial counselors at the FECs.

Develop and implement work schedules that meet client demand for service.

Ensure that FECs are compliant with program protocols, outcomes and other requirements.

Report regularly to the Department of Planning and Community Development internal project management team.

Participate in regular calls and semi-annual reviews with local government and funders.

Successfully complete and pass counselor training.

Assist in the development and implementation of a sustainability plan.

Essential Skills:

Dynamic, committed individual with strong interpersonal skills and a passion for supporting people with low incomes to build greater financial stability.

Experience in financial education, asset building, or community development preferred.

Strong skills in strategic planning, program development, negotiations, and written communications.

Strategic thinking, with thoughtful, thorough, and detailed follow through.

Systems development and tracking.

Comfortable with taking initiative; effective, collaborative worker; able to retain focus while multi-tasking.

Ability to function effectively within protocols and challenges of operating within a high-profile local government program.

Attention to detail and production of quality work, along with ability to work quickly and under pressure.

Experience with large datasets and data management preferred.

Education Requirements:

A baccalaureate degree (advanced degree preferred) from an accredited college and five years of experience of relevant work experience with some background in social service delivery, community engagement/outreach, financial education, or counseling/coaching.

The ideal candidate has particular expertise in one of the following: social work, financial planning, coaching/mentoring, teaching, financial services, or other related fields.

Bilingualism is preferred but not required.

Physical/Other Requirements:

Must be able to push, pull, move or lift up to 50 lbs.

Must be able to meet all general health requirements for the position as per University policies.

Compensation offered will be commensurate with the educational background and work experience of the individual.

Mercy University promotes a community campus environment. As a result, employment is limited to the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. Applicants outside of those states or the USA will be required to relocate. Relocation assistance may be provided for eligible moves.

About Mercy

Mercy University is a dynamic, diverse New York City area university whose students are on a personal mission to get the most out of life by getting the most out of their education. Our institution is an independent, coeducational university that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs within six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Nursing. Liberal Arts and Social and Behavioral Sciences. Mercy's efforts in these programs have been recognized over the last several years. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been honored by being ranked nationally among the top Colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU).

Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology and Business. Additionally, to support our diverse student body, Mercy University has pursued and been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver services to our students. Mercy University is proud to be recognized as an institution which helps under-served students to achieve their educational aspirations. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020 and 2022. The vibrancy of the University culture is sustained by a diverse student body from around the region. Serving 8,500 full-time and part-time undergraduate and graduate students, the University offers campuses in Dobbs Ferry, Bronx, Manhattan as well as online offerings.

At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Our Mission:

Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world.

EEO Statement

Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the company. The University is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Campus Safety

Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be found here .

Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Health Insurance:

UntitedHealthcare Oxford

In-network and out-of-network plan options

EmblemHealth HIP Prime HMO (Union Staff)

Dental Insurance:

UnitedHealthcare Oxford

In-network and out-of-network plan options

Vision Insurance:

UntitedHealthcare Oxford

Paid Time Off:

Mercy University provides generous leave benefits to its employees.

Disabilities & Workers Compensation Insurance:

Coverage in accordance with New York State regulations

Life Insurance:

Long-Term Disability:The Hartford

Short-Term Disability:The Hartford

Flexible Spending Account (FSA):

Ameriflex

Retirement Benefits:

TIAA

The Mercy University Retirement Plan is comprised of two components:

Deferred Compensation Plan

All eligible employees may contribute to the Deferred Compensation Plan on a pre-tax basis upon joining the University.

Defined Contribution Plan

Eligible employees are enrolled in the Defined Contribution Plan after two (2) years of full-time employment at Mercy University and receive a semi-monthly contribution from the College, based on age and salary. If an employee is under age 36, they will receive a contribution of 3.3% of their annual salary each pay period. If an employee is age 36 or older, they will receive a contribution of 9% of their annual salary each pay period.

If employed full-time for two (2) or more consecutive years by another institution(s) of higher education (college or university), without an intervening break in service within the last twelve (12) months prior to employment before joining Mercy, please submit a waiting period waiver form to Office of Human Resources. The Defined Contribution will begin as of the first day of the month following receipt of the completed waiver form.

Remote Work:

Mercy University recognizes the important role that workplace flexibility can play in an employees ability to manage work-life balance.

Learn more about our remote work policyhere ) .

Tuition Remission: Staff & Faculty

Mercy University provides a competitive education to students and extends that formal education opportunity to employees, and their spouses/domestic partners, and dependents at a reduced tuition rate through this Tuition Remission Benefits Policy for Mercy Employees.

Learn more about our tuition remissionhere ) .

Tuition Exchange:

We are a member of the Tuition Exchange Program. Employees are eligible to apply for the Tuition Exchange Program after completing two (2) consecutive years of full-time employment.

Employee Assistance Program:

Compsych

Voluntary Benefits:

Allstate Identity Protection

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Liberty Mutual Auto & Homeowners

Nationwide Pet Insurance

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Working Advantage

Note: The above describes a brief summary of benefits and is subject to change.

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Mercy University

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555 Broadway

Dobbs Ferry, New York, 10522

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