HCD COMMUNITY PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR II (490442) Program Officer

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking department focused on providing affordable housing and community development solutions. This role as a Community Program Administrator II offers the chance to lead vital programs that impact the lives of Maryland residents. You will be responsible for administering grants, providing technical assistance, and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance community infrastructure and support housing initiatives. If you are passionate about making a difference and possess strong management skills, this opportunity is perfect for you. Enjoy a flexible work schedule and a supportive work environment while contributing to meaningful change in your community.

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedule

Telework Options

Job-Sharing Options

Career Advancement Opportunities

Casual Dress on Fridays

Qualifications

• 5 years of administrative experience including financing or technical assistance.
• Bachelor’s degree required with potential substitutions for experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer specialized programs in housing and community development.
• Direct statewide loan, grant, and technical assistance programs.

Skills

Program Administration

Management Skills

Grant Management

Technical Assistance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Introduction

This is an INTERNAL RECRUITMENT limited only to the current Employees of Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD). This is a skilled service position with full State of Maryland 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 lending. The Division of Homeless Solutions is responsible for leading the state's interagency strategy, policy, and initiatives to prevent and end homelessness for all Marylanders. This vital work includes leading the Maryland Interagency Council on Homelessness and facilitating cross-sector collaborations with government, nonprofit, philanthropic, and other strategic partners. The Division administers grant funds and technical assistance to local governments and nonprofits that are delivering critical safety net programs in their communities - such as street outreach, shelter, permanent housing, food pantries, foreclosure counseling, homebuyer education, benefits enrollment, workforce development, early childhood care, and specialized services for aging adults, domestic violence survivors, and youth. The Division also serves as the HUD-designated lead agency for the Balance of State Continuum of Care, coordinating funding, data collection, performance management, client assessment, and housing referral systems in 9 rural and suburban counties. We are good but strive to be great. To make this happen our team needs members that 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 in their community. DHCD offers a flexible work schedule, telework and job-sharing options, advancement and career path opportunities, and casual business dress on Fridays and during the summer.

GRADE

18

LOCATION OF POSITION

7800 Harkins Rd, Lanham, MD 20706. The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Headquarters is located in Prince George's County across from the New Carrollton Metro stop.

POSITION DUTIES

DHCD has an immediate opening for a permanent full-time HCD Community Program Administrator II. HCD Community Program Administrator II is a program administrator level of work responsible for administering specialized programs in the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). Employees in this classification direct or assist in directing statewide loan, grant and technical assistance programs for multifamily and single-family housing development and rehabilitation; neighborhood revitalization and business development; community infrastructure development; historic preservation; and other related areas. Employees in this classification do not supervise. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional who has strong management skills and is looking to be an integral part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Five years of administrative or professional experience to include two years of financing experience or providing technical assistance for development or rehabilitation of multifamily or single-family housing; neighborhood revitalization and business development; community infrastructure development; or historic preservation programs.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute additional administrative or professional experience as defined above on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
2. Candidates may substitute additional job-related education at a rate of thirty credit hours for each year of experience for up to two years of the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience 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

1. Experience managing federal or state grant programs (administering, allocating funds, monitoring performance, etc.) to a direct recipient or subrecipient of grant funds.
2. Experience with compliance monitoring for federal or state grant programs.
3. Experience leading a team.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

Must be a current employee of MD Department of Housing and Community Development.

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. [phone] or World Education Services, Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or [phone]. 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 H-1B 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 this 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

State of Maryland 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: Jamaal Simpson, Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, Office of Human Resources, 7800 Harkins Road, Lanham, MD 20706. All applications and materials must be received by the filing deadline. If you are unable to upload your transcripts into the system, please send via email to [e-mail]. Please include the following information in the body of the email: Attn: Jamaal Simpson, 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 301-429-7781. 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.