Introduction
This is a Management Service position with full Maryland State Benefits
Work that Matters. The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is a national leader in the financing and development of affordable housing and community Development landing. This is an opportunity to join this nationally recognized, award-winning organization and apply your skills to this high public purpose and challenging area. Annually, DHCD finances approximately 4,000 units of multifamily rental housing in 40 properties, amounting to $650 million in construction and permanent financing. Funding comes from a variety of sources,including state-appropriated funds, taxable and tax-exempt revenue bonds, federal low-income housing tax credits, federal HOME funds and other federal funds. Additionally, DHCD administers rental assistance programs and innovative initiatives designed to expand affordable housing opportunities for people with disabilities, increase the energy effective and sustainability of affordable multifamily developments, and preserve rental housing.
This position serves as a Program Administrator for the Eastern Shore Regional Office in Cambridge, MD. The Rental and Community Services Administrator is responsible for the general administration, management and oversight of a range of rental assistance programs including the Housing Choice Voucher Program ("HCV"), Statewide Voucher Program, and Community Engagement activities on the Eastern Shore. Under the general supervision of the Community Development Administration, the Administrator is responsible for supporting the administration's mission by ensuring the Eastern Shore Regional Office programs comply with Federal/State/Local Regulations.
DHCD offers a flexible work schedule, telework and job sharing options, training, advancement and career path opportunities, casual business dress on Fridays, and a competitive salary. There is ample parking and our offices are located in walking distance to the New Carrollton MARC Train Station.
GRADE
22
This position offers a salary range of $97,972 - $118,376/year, with potential for advancement up to $152,528 based on qualifications, equity, and hiring guidelines. Initial salary offers are determined by qualifications, experience, and available budget, and typically do not exceed $118,376/year.
LOCATION OF POSITION
411 Dorchester Avenue, Suite 202, Cambridge, MD 21613
POSITION DUTIES
This position oversees a range of community relations, marketing, and communications activities, as well as ongoing program development, administration, management, and budgeting for the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) Community Engagement Center (CEC) in Cambridge, Maryland. The Administrator will be the key on-site member of the Maryland DHCD team.
The position furthers the Department’s mission by assuring that the expansion of affordable housing opportunities for lower income citizens is maintained for the long term with the use of rental assistance. In addition, network with public and social service agencies to coordinate services offered to households to promote self-sufficiency. The applicant should be very knowledgeable in determinations of income eligibility, contract executions, HUD secure systems and the HUD regulations governing the Housing Choice Voucher Program. The applicant should be able to effectively communicate with tenants, landlords and program staff both orally and in writing.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Public Policy, Public Administration, Social Work, Economics, Accounting or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Experience: At least Seven years of experience administering
government funded rental assistance programs, professional financial/risk
analysis experience, such as managing government programs, data analysts,
examining and or analyzing financial statements, budgets, grant programs and
reports (as applicable); and a minimum of three (3) years of supervisory
experience.
Notes:
1. A master’s degree
in Finance, Business Administration, Public Policy, Public Administration, Social work, Economics, Accounting or a related field from an accredited
college or university may be substituted for two years of the required
experience.
2. Candidates may
substitute direct experience administering the Federal Housing Choice Voucher
Program under Section 8 of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. §
1437f) 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 in the Accounting or Loan Officer Classifications, or as a commissioned
officer in business and industry classification or business and industry
specialty codes in the housing management field of work on a year-for-year
basis for the required experience and education.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience
in affordable housing, including experience with HUD rental assistance
programs, particularly the Housing Choice Voucher Program.
- Experience managing,
evaluating, or auditing rental assistance programs.
- Experience coordinating community engagement/outreach.
- Experience
and or knowledge of commercial, state or federal programs and tools
related to rental assistance or housing finance.
- Experience and/or knowledge of local, state and federal policies
and issues affecting affordable rental housing.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
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:
Miles Peterson
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 miles.peterson@maryland.gov. Please include the following information in the body of the email:
- Attn: Miles Peterson, 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 301-429-7566.
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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.
