Personal Financial Counselor; Jackson, MS

Magellan Federal; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 58,440 - 93,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Short-term incentives

Job summary

Magellan Federal is seeking a Personal Financial Counselor in Jackson, MS, to provide personal financial counseling and management services to military service members and their families. The candidate will conduct classes, assist in budgeting, and provide individualized counseling.

Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, have a minimum of three years of financial counseling experience, and hold certifications such as AFC or CFP. A salary range of $58,440 to $93,500 is offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 3+ years of financial counseling experience required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal financial counseling to military service members.
• Develop and conduct financial management classes/workshops.
• Assist in creating spending plans for service members.

Skills

Financial counseling experience

Fluent English

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma plus 6 years' experience

Associate degree plus 4 years' experience

Tools

Tier 2 investigation

Accredited Financial Counselor certification

Certified Financial Planner certification

Job description

This position will provide personal financial services at assigned military installations. Primary responsibilities include the full breadth of personal financial counseling services to military service members and their families at military installations. Services include education and counseling addressing financial services that may include, but are not limited to, one-on-one counseling, consultation with a commander or with another provider or staff, conducting briefings and presentations, or providing referral resources to a participant outside the context of a counseling session. Works closely with the installation and military branch Points of Contact (POC) to assure that the program is providing within scope and meets the needs of the installation.

Responsibilities

• Provides personal financial counseling and management services directly to service members and their families.
• Assists service members in establishing a spending plan for extended absences.
• Develops and makes available informational financial materials to service members and families.
• Coordinates, publicizes and provides a wide variety of Personal Financial Management classes/workshops, including topics across the military lifecycle such as arrival at first duty station, pre- and post-deployment, and personal and career events outlined in DoDI 1322.34.
• Responds to requests for age-appropriate classes or seminars.
• Possess the skills to effectively utilize virtual counseling or other electronic modes of communication, such as web-based, secure online chat, or video-based communications and secure video teleconference sponsored by the customer. Virtual PFC support may only be authorized by the OSD FINRED Program office.
• Manages duty to warn situations according to Department of Defense (DoD) protocol.
• Communicates with leadership and participates in regular individual and group supervision, sharing information regarding trends and issues on the installations to which the counselor is assigned.
• Participates in regular in-services/training, quality improvement committees or other contract activities as assigned/appropriate.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Other Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required. May consider applicants with an associate degree plus 4 years' experience in lieu of bachelor's degree. May consider applicants with a high school diploma plus 6 years' experience in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
• 3+ years of financial counseling experience.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and speak fluent English. If required by the contract, must be bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Be able to obtain a favorably adjudicated Tier 2 investigation.
• Must be able to pass the Congressionally Mandated Disclosures for Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI) process.
• Must have one of the following certifications: Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), or Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC).

General Job Information

• Title: Personal Financial Counselor; Jackson, MS
• Grade: 24
• Work Experience - Required: Financial Counseling
• Work Experience - Preferred:
• Education - Required: A Combination of Education and Work Experience May Be Considered., Bachelor's
• Education - Preferred:
• License and Certifications - Required: AFC - Accredited Financial Counselor, CFP - Certified Financial Planner, ChFC - Chartered Financial Consultant, DL - Driver License, Valid In State
• License And Certifications - Preferred:
• Salary Range: Salary Minimum: $58,440; Salary Maximum: $93,500

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

This position may be eligible for short-term incentives as well as a comprehensive benefits package. Magellan offers a broad range of health, life, voluntary and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.

Magellan Health, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Tobacco-free workplace. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled.

Every employee must understand, comply with and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their position; and comply with all applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements and internal policies and procedures.