East LA Community Corporation is seeking a Program Assistant. The position is housed within ELACC’s Community Wealth Department and is responsible for performing most administrative duties and assisting with the management of the Free Tax Preparation Assistance, Financial education/counseling and Homebuyer programs.

Qualifications:

Must be bilingual, English/Spanish, with excellent written translation skills
Excellent customer service skills
Attention to detail and ability to work independently without close supervision
Professional demeanor and networking skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Internet, Google docs
Excellent written and oral presentation skills
Ability to manage time effectively
AA degree preferred or related work experience will be considered
Have reliable transportation
Be available to work weekends and evenings
Be familiar with financial education programs and services preferred

Duties:

Answering incoming calls/emails and determining client needs; routing calls/emails to specific housing counselors and/or referring to department clinics/workshops; scheduling counseling and workshop/clinic appointments; coordinating and planning education clinics/classes; assisting in client intakes and file preparation; conducting mailings; inputting data in client database; translating marketing materials; stocking and organizing office supplies; and assisting in outreach activities. During tax season, assist with ELACC’s free tax preparation site, VITA. Other duties or responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

Compensation:

This is a full-time position with benefits. Compensation is commensurate with experience, training and education. ELACC is an equal opportunity employer.

How to apply

Katty Pollicino

East LA Community Corporation

kpollicino@elacc.org or via FAX: (323)261-1065