Introduction

This is a Management Service position with full Maryland State Benefits

GRADE

20

This position offers a salary range of $87,253 - $106,366/year, with potential for advancement up to $137,603 based on qualifications, equity, and hiring guidelines. Initial salary offers are determined by qualifications, experience, and available budget, and typically do not exceed $106,366/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

The position is located within the Multifamily Housing Unit of the Community Development Administration. The individual in this position is responsible for various specialized rental assistance programs, including the Section 811 PRA, MFP Bridge Subsidy Program, Statewide Voucher Program, Weinberg Deeply Affordable Initiative, and New Futures Bridge Subsidy Program. The position manages programs under the director's direction, including program utilization and oversight, conducting research, preparing reports, and conducting meetings and briefings on a wide range of topics related to affordable rental housing and rental assistance programs. Successful applicants must be experienced in policy and programs related to affordable rental housing, with special interest and experience in housing for persons with disabilities, and rental housing preservation and energy efficiency. This position involves working with state, local, and federal government officials; philanthropic organizations; owners, management companies, and developers of affordable rental housing; energy professionals; persons with disabilities; and housing, disability, and energy efficiency advocacy groups.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

Experience: At least Four years of professional experience in rental and assisted housing or development with a demonstrated record of successfully analyzing risks and negotiating complex real estate transactions in either the public or private sector. 2 years of general supervisory experience.

Notes:

1. Additional experience may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required education.

2. Additional graduate-level education at an accredited college or university may be substituted at the rate of 30 semester credit hours on a year-to-year basis for the required general experience for each year of experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience administering Federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program, or similar affordable housing development programs.
• Experience with commercial, state or federal programs and tools related to rental assistance or housing finance.
• Experience managing, evaluating, or auditing rental assistance programs, such as Section 811 or other disability/supportive housing rental subsidy programs.
• Experience with local, state, and federal policies and issues affecting affordable rental housing.

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

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:

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 [email protected]. 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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