Introduction
This is a Special Appointed position with full State of Maryland benefits
Work that matters. The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is a national leader in affordable housing and community development. We are always looking to grow and improve our team. To make this happen our team needs members who will challenge the status quo, effectively communicate ideas and issues, independently bring forth practical and efficient solutions, believe change is good and want to come to work knowing that what they do makes a difference.
DHCD offers a flexible work schedule, telework and job sharing options, training, advancement and career path opportunities; and a competitive salary. There is ample parking at our offices in Lanham, and our headquarters are located across from the New Carrollton MARC Train Station.
GRADE
22
LOCATION OF POSITION
7800 Harkins Road Lanham, MD 20706.
The Department of Housing and Community Development Headquarters is located in Prince George's County across from the New Carrollton Metro stop.
POSITION DUTIES
This position will manage the internal audit function for the Department conducting compliance, economy and efficiency, and program results audits and reviews. Responsibilities will include assessing the operations of the Department and identifying the units and activities that need to be audited; preparing an annual audit plan; supporting divisions with new program development to reduce risk; directing and performing internal audits, special reviews and investigations; documenting and communicating audit findings and recommended corrective actions; conducting post audits to determine if corrective actions have been taken; reviewing legislative audit reports, developing corrective action responses in conjunction with management, and following up to see that the corrective action has been taken; coordinating external audits and reviews, including federal monitoring visits; and recruiting and training staff auditors, as resources become available
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor's degree
Experience: Two years of programmatic risk management or internal audits experience
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute 30 graduate credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up of the required experience.
2. Candidates may substitute additional experience as described above on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work that included the regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting complex administrative plans, policies, rules or regulations or analysis of operational programs or procedures with recommendations for improvement on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please provide sufficient information on your application to document that you meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Unofficial transcripts, certifications or diplomas to document educational or certification qualifications are required. Educational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted with your application. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year. Eligible list may be used to fill future vacancies of the same classification. Successful candidates must document eligibility to work in the U.S. upon hire.
Please note: The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement, or the rating may be based on your application. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Report all experience and education that is related to this position.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are STRONGLY preferred. However, if you wish to submit a paper application, you may mail your application and materials to:
Kathleen Hubbard
Department of Housing and Community Development
Office of Human Resources
7800 Harkins Road, Lanham, MD 20706
All application materials must be received by the filing deadline. If you are unable to upload your transcripts into the system, please send via email to kathleen.hubbard@maryland.gov. Please include the following information in the body of the email:
- Attn: Kathleen Hubbard, Senior HR Generalist
- Your First and Last Name
- Recruitment #
- Classification (Job Title) of Recruitment
Incorrect application forms, or resumes in place of the application, will not be accepted. If you are interested in these positions and cannot apply online please fill out the paper application. For questions concerning these positions, please call 301-429-7418.
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.
