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Subject: [Wcb-l] Fw: [Access Fund] WATF is Hiring!
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From: Andrea Dimond <mailto:[log in to unmask]>
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Subject: [Access Fund] WATF is Hiring!
Please do pass this job description along to anyone who might be
interested. We are looking for candidates with significant lending and
portfolio management experience. As always, we are particularly
interested in hiring people with disabilities. Closing is December 13.
The job would start in January. Applicants should submit a resume and a
cover letter describing their relevant experience!
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Please click here to view the Program Director job description online
<http://www.watf.org/home/prog_director_position.php> .
Washington Assistive Technology Foundation
Program Director
About WATF
The Washington Assistive Technology Foundation ("WATF") a nonprofit
established to promote access to technology and economic opportunity for
people with disabilities in Washington state, is seeking candidates with
excellent lending and portfolio management skills to fill the position
of Program Director. The Program Director will be in charge of WATF's
community development loan programs and other client services. This is
a unique opportunity to work with a growing Community Development
Financial Institution ("CDFI") with great clients and a congenial staff
and Board.
Job Responsibilities
* Management of WATF's Assistive Technology and Business Equipment
Loan Programs (take applications; underwrite loan applications, prepare
closing documents & disburse loans; prepare denial letters and refer to
alternative resources; monitor and service loan portfolio; provide
post-loan technical assistance; negotiate past due collections and
workouts; oversee maintenance of electronic and physical loan files)
* Management of related client services: (One on one technical
assistance including help with small business planning and projections,
referrals to assistive technology vendors and service providers;
disability benefits planning and assistance; organization of WATF
workshops and trainings; curriculum development on financial literacy
and small business planning).
* Staff leadership to Loan Review Committee (recruit & train LRC
members; staff LRC meetings; oversee implementation and changes in loan
policy and procedures)
* Program Development - oversee expansion of Assistive Technology
IDA & Business Lending Programs
* Reporting - Prepare reports for Board and funders.
* Program Evaluation: Oversee implementation and data analysis for
annual borrower survey
* Oversee marketing and outreach and participate in relevant
partnerships including Asset Building Coalition and Washington State
MicroEnterprise Association.
Qualifications
* 3 years relevant lending and/or portfolio management experience
* Strong background in community economic development, consumer &
small business lending and portfolio management.
Experience with DownHome or other loan servicing software
* Strong background in program development, management and
evaluation
* Excellent people skills and ability to work with diverse
populations
* Excellent time management skills; ability to multi-task
* Knowledge of, and experience with assistive technology,
disability policy and benefits planning highly desired.
* Strong writing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
and Publisher
* Strong public speaking skills
* Ability and availability to travel independently within
Washington state; occasional evening and weekend presentations
* Fluency in ASL or other language a plus
* Masters Level Work in public administration, community
development, nonprofit administration a plus.
Salary
$45,000-$55,000 depending upon qualifications and experience plus health
& dental benefits and simple IRA.
Application Procedures
Please mail, fax or email a resume and cover letter explaining your
qualifications. Please specifically address your lending/portfolio
management skills and relevant work experience within the disability
community.
Frances E. Pennell, Executive Director
100 South King, Suite 280
Seattle, Wa. 98104
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(206) 328-5116 Phone
(206) 328-5126 Fax
www.watf.org
Closes: 5:00 P.M. December 13
People with disabilities strongly encouraged to apply.
The Washington Assistive Technology Foundation is an equal opportunity
employer.
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