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 of affordable housing and revitalizing communities. 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 $500 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 persons with disabilities, increase the energy efficiency and sustainability of affordable multifamily developments, and preserve rental housing.
Single Family Housing;s goals are to help low and moderate income Maryland Residents purchase and maintain their homes and to increase the percentage of low and moderate income Maryland households who live in decent housing.
The main purpose of this position is to oversee the relationships with the Community Development Administration (CDA) Programs' business partners, including lenders, realtors, homeowners, contractors, housing counselors, mortgage insurers, non-profit organizations and local governments to optimize the deployment of the agency programs, continually improve the programs' image, foster a greater statewide awareness, and help to ensure the long-term viability of the programs to support the Department's mission of working with homeowners and partners to finance housing opportunities to ensure Maryland citizens have the opportunity to live and prosper in affordable housing.
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
23
This position offers a salary range of $104,519 - $138,943/year, with potential for advancement up to $162,800 based on qualifications, equity, and hiring guidelines. Initial salary offers are determined by qualifications, experience, and available budget, and typically do not exceed $138,943/year.
LOCATION OF POSITION
7800 Harkins Road
Lanham, MD 20706
The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development is located in Prince George's County across from the New Carrollton Metro stop.
POSITION DUTIES
This position is also responsible for outreach, recruitment and retention of the business partners of the CDA Maryland Mortgage Program and the associated down payment and closing cost assistance initiatives, as well as other Departmental programs. This position works with both internal and external clients to strengthen ties with existing partners and cultivate new relationships to expand outreach and the range of partners to ensure access to the programs across all Maryland geographic areas, as well as to support the Department’s risk management efforts by having a diverse and adequate number of partners. This requires communications expertise and technical skills. The position is responsible for maintaining the contractual relationships with lenders and assistance with program compliance. The position utilizes spreadsheets, databases, and other resources to track performance and identify partner needs.
This position relates to the mission of the agency by helping low and moderate income Maryland residents find and maintain affordable housing and helps to increase the percentage of low and moderate-income Maryland households who live in decent housing.
This position requires close coordination and communication with key industry stakeholders, working successfully with representatives from various community-based organizations with respect to the diverse populations and cultures with the aim of strengthening the existing and forging new relationships to maximize program opportunities statewide.
This position provides input into marketing and materials development, and oversees program training and resources for lenders, realtors, housing counselors, and other industry professionals.
The Senior CDA Lending and Risk Analyst IV may also perform managerial duties as assigned by a CDA Lending and Risk Director or the appropriate appointing authority. Employees in this classification receive managerial supervision from a CDA Lending and Risk Director. The work may require travel throughout the State of Maryland to attend conferences, hearings, meetings, and other events.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelor’s
degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, Marketing,
or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Experience: At least Five years of
professional financial/risk analysis experience in the private or public
sector, managing government programs, lending and risk analysis, debt
portfolios, examining and/or analyzing financial statements, budget, grant or
real estate investment portfolio records and reports, or five years of
experience in Marketing and Outreach programs pertaining to single family or
multifamily housing government programs. Four years of this experience must have been within a
supervisory capacity.
Notes:
1. Candidates
may substitute the possession of a Master’s degree in Finance, Business
Administration, Marketing, Construction Management, Economics, Accounting
or a related field from an accredited college or university for two years
of the required experience.
2. Candidates
may substitute lending and risk analysis professional experience such
as managing financial asset and debt portfolios or residential
construction discipline or multifamily construction management experience
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 and marketing fields of work on a year-for-year basis
for the required experience and education.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working with the Maryland
Mortgage Program.
- Experience working with Encompass, Lender
Online, Emphasys or other loan origination systems.
- Experience in planning, managing and
implementation of the marketing and outreach campaigns for government
(housing) programs or managing a mortgage bank branch operations.
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.
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.
