Juniata County residents may receive no-cost home repairs

Residents should apply now for wait list

Homeowners in the County limits of Juniata County may be eligible to receive up to $65,000 in home improvements from the HOME Existing Owner-Occupied Housing Program.

SEDA-Council of Governments (SEDA-COG) is encouraging county residents to apply now to get on the wait list. SEDA-COG manages the program on behalf of the County.

Interested residents may call SEDA-COG’s Stacy Anderson at 800-326-9310, ext. 7215.

Eligible repairs include structural, roofing, plumbing, electrical, heating/furnace, window replacement, radon and lead-based paint mitigation, and energy-related improvements. Also included are modifications for mobility-impaired residents. There is no cost to homeowners who maintain home residency over a five-year period from the date of contract signing.

Homeowners can go through the process hassle-free with SEDA-COG managing it from start to finish, said Teri Provost, director of the agency’s Housing Rehabilitation program.

“Eligible homeowners can enjoy a rehabilitated home at no cost to them while we help them from start to finish, from obtaining a contractor, managing the project, to anything that may arise during or after the rehabilitation process,” Provost said.

“The Board of Commissioners encourages interested homeowners to contact SEDA-COG.” “This is an excellent opportunity for eligible homeowners to make significant repairs to their homes,” stated the Juniata County Commissioners.

Qualifications:

  • The home must be located within the County limits;
  • Own the home or have Life Rights to live in it;
  • Meet income qualifications based on household size;
  • Be current on local taxes and municipal utility bills;
  • Provide proof of homeowner’s insurance;
  • If located in a flood zone, provide proof of flood insurance;
  • Live in the home an additional five years.
  • Additional requirements may apply.

Annual Gross Income Limits:

Family size:

  • 1 – $38,200;
  • 2 – $43,650;
  • 3 – $49,100;
  • 4 – $54,550;
  • 5 – $58,950

Job Opportunity: Energy Conservation Technician

Excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance and paid vacation & sick leave.
Opportunities for career development and growth potential.

Primary responsibilities of the candidate include:

  • – Identifying the amount of energy lost in a household.
  • – Advising customers on home energy conservation practices.
  • – Ability to apply different types of insulation in confined areas such as attics/crawl spaces.
  • – Installing and/or sealing windows.
  • – Inspect equipment such as furnaces to ensure proper operation.
  • – Basic carpentry tasks
  • – Ability to perform work outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • – Maintaining inventory and tools.
  • – Ability to travel daily within our seven-county territory.
  • – Ability to lift 50 lbs

Required qualifications/skills

  • – Excellent customer service and communication skills
  • – Teamwork skills
  • – The candidate must have a valid PA’s driver’s license and a clean driving record.
  • – The candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry, OSHA, and Department of Energy certifications within six months of hire.

Preferred qualifications/skills

  • – Construction, electrical, plumbing, and furnace experience preferred but not required.

Applicants are expected to supply a resume outlining work history, skills, and training via mail or email to:

Amanda Owens, Human Resources Director
SEDA-Council of Governments
201 Furnace Road, Lewisburg, PA 17837
aowens@seda-cog.org

SEDA-Council of Governments is a public development organization based in Lewisburg, PA, serving 11 central Pennsylvania counties. www.seda-cog.org
SEDA-COG…Building strong economies & strong communities
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Opportunity: Weatherization Fiscal Analyst

Excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance and paid vacation & sick leave.

SEDA-Council of Governments is a public development organization based in Lewisburg, PA, serving 11 central Pennsylvania counties. We are seeking a Fiscal Analyst to perform accounting and inventory functions.

Primary responsibilities of the candidate include:

  • • Handles all invoicing for state work as well as utility and the crisis program as needed.
  • • Review and prepare invoices for timely payment to subcontractors and vendors.
  • • Electronically monitors supply and equipment inventory and purchases as needed.
  • • Enters purchase order information into inventory database.
  • • Assigns materials to specific jobs from the database.
  • • Prepare, validate, and track all subcontractor information to remain in compliance with program directives.
  • • Prepare and monitor the budget and end of month procedures.

Required qualifications/skills

  • • Associate degree in Business Administration, accounting or similar field
  • • Knowledge of invoicing multiple state and utility contracts
  • • Knowledge of funding source regulations and guidelines
  • • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • • Complete tasks accurately and efficiently.
  • • Must be detail oriented.
  • • Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
  • • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
  • • Ability to multi-task.
  • • Proficient with a multi-line phone system.

Preferred qualifications/skills

  • • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, accounting or another business-related field.
  • • Minimum of three years’ experience in inventory control and/or accounting.

Applicants are expected to supply a cover letter and resume outlining work history, skills, and
education via mail or email to:

Amanda Owens, Human Resources Director
SEDA-Council of Governments
201 Furnace Road, Lewisburg, PA 17837
aowens@seda-cog.org

SEDA-Council of Governments is a public development organization based in Lewisburg, PA, serving 11 central Pennsylvania counties. www.seda-cog.org

SEDA-COG…Building strong economies & strong communities

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER