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Overview:
Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968 requires recipients of certain
HUD financial assistance to provide job training, employment, and
contract opportunities for low- or very-low income residents in
connection with projects and activities in their neighborhoods to
the greatest extent possible.
PHA and its contractors and vendors are committed to providing
economic opportunities to qualified Section 3 residents and
business concerns.
For more information about Section 3 jobs and opportunities or
to apply for open Section 3 positions, call 215-684-4318 or email
Section3@pha.phila.gov.
PHA vendors and Section 3 business concerns should also visit
PHA's Business Opportunities section and the Section 3
Requirements for Contractors and Vendors.
Job
Opportunities:
- Career
opportunities at PHA
You can apply online for job openings at PHA.
-
Jobs available with the Federal Aviation Association
(FAA)
If you are between the ages of 18-31 with a high school diploma,
the Federal Aviation Association is taking applications for air
traffic controller school. With some effort, successful applicants
could reach a salary of over $100,000 with benefits in about 3
years! You need only a high school diploma to apply and credit is
given for college on the exam.
- Job
opportunities with the New Jersey Turnpike Authority
-
Home Depot hiring in Philadelphia region (ABC 6 story)
Home Depot is hiring 1,000 people in the area for spring seasonal
work. To apply, please visit Home Depot's
career website.
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Home Depot contractor hiring 900 (Philly.com story)
Bell Nursery is recruiting more than 900 drivers, loaders, display
and plant care workers workers for spring seasonal tree and garden
jobs at Home Depot stores in the Philadelphia area and nearby
states. To apply, please visit Bell
Nursery's website.
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The Achieving Independence Center (AIC)
AIC is a "one-stop center" designed to help young people, ages
16-21, from the dependent (foster care) system achieve their future
goals of self-sufficiency. The Center is seeking a Housing Advocate
who will be responsible for:
- Conducting individual housing counseling
- Assisting youth in developing and implementing individual
housing plans that lead to independent living and permanent housing
options
- Teaching workshops related to housing topics as needed
- Assisting youth in finding and registering for emergency
housing placements
- Referring youth to appropriate housing support programs,
including transitional housing programs
- Developing relationships with private market landlords and
rental agencies, housing-related service providers and
public/government-based housing entitites
- Advocating for youth with regard to housing-related issues
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A commitment to positive youth development and a
strengths-based approach
- Training in (or willingness to learn) adventure-based
counseling techniques
- Master's Degree in Social Work, Human Services, or other
related field
- Minimum of two or more years working with adolescents, work
with homeless youth and/or youth with a dependent care history
preferred
- Child Abuse, Criminal Background and FBI clearances
- Available early evenings and weekends
- Enjoys working with teens
Please forward a cover letter and resume to careers@aicenter.us.
- Job
Opportunities at CSX
- Track Worker-030702 Job Summary: Work as a member of a crew to
install new railroad track, maintain existing track and
right-of-way. Replace or repair track switches with specific
components. Slide and align tie plates. Drill holes through rails
for insertion of bolts and tighten or loosen bolts at joints that
hold ends or rails together. Correct deviations in track surface,
alignment and gauge Cut rails to specific lengths etc.
Pay Rate Entry Rate $19.36/hour Full Rate $21.52/hour
Promotional/ Advancement Opportunities: Under Maintenance of Way
Collective Bargaining Agreement, Track Workers may be considered
for advancement or promotion to other positions within the
Engineering Department if qualified.
- Machine Operator $23.25 - $24.81/hour
- Welder Helper $21.93/hour
- Bridge Tender $21.93/hour
- Bridge Mechanic $22.65/hour
- Foreman $22.71 - $25.53/hour
- Track Inspector $23.98 - $25.14/hour
- Qualifications: High School diploma/GED; 18 years of age or
older; Valid Driver's License
- Training: You will attend two or three weeks of training at the
Railroad Education & Development Institute in Atlanta, GA. CSX
will pay for travel, lodging and meals as required by collective
bargaining agreement. To apply for this and other positions, visit
CSX's
website.
- Job Opportunities at
AREA
AREA is hiring 10-15 Surveyors. Positions to start in January
2013; pay is based on estimates and performance. Click here to view the job description.
Applicants must forward their contact information and resumes to
PHA's Section 3 Team at Section3@pha.phila.gov by
September 28, 2012. For more information, potential applicants can
call 215-684-4318.
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