Baltimore County

Non-Merit vacancies exist in the Department of Housing and Community Development.. Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.. Baltimore County Government. Interviews families, gathers required verifications, completes formulaic calculations of income, assets and expenses, briefs families on program regulations, completes leasing documents, determines rent calculations and housing assistance payments, maintains landlord contact and outreach, and performs other related functions.. Certified Housing Specialist Certification within 1 year of employment.

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Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week

Non-Merit vacancies exist in the Department of Housing and Community Development.
Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.
All interested candidates must apply at this time.
List all  promotions  and changes in job duties due to  reclassification  as separate work experience on your application.  Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
Note :  Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered.  A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position.  Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Under general supervision, determines the eligibility of families for  participation   in federal and state rent subsidy programs. Interviews families, gathers required verifications, completes formulaic calculations of income, assets and expenses, briefs families on program regulations, completes leasing documents, determines rent calculations and housing assistance payments, maintains landlord contact and outreach, and performs other related functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Conducts family interviews (in person, by telephone, by mail).
Gathers required documents from family, and third parties, in compliance with regulations.
Calculates income, assets and expenses, applying federal or state regulations.
Determines program violations, and processes family denials and terminations.
Briefs families on program requirements, and issues rent subsidies.
Determines rent reasonableness and comparability of program dwelling units.
Conducts rent negotiations, and calculates gross rent, housing assistance payment, tenant rent and utility allowances.
Prepares and completes contracts, lease addenda, and other leasing documents, and maintains contact with landlords.
Maintains program records and completes status reports.
Issues final requests for payment to landlords.
Conducts outreach to families, landlords, supportive agencies and the public.
Effectively manage applicant and participant inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
Must possess strong communication skills including the comprehension and interpretation via correspondence and verbal communication.
Knowledge of the Housing Choice Voucher Program.

EXAMPLES OF OTHER DUTIES

Performs other related duties as assigned.

NOTE:  The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of required qualifications for similar positions.  They may not include all of the essential job duties of each position.  Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job duties listed.  Required Qualifications
Associate Degree,
PLUS
Two years experience in a housing field, eligibility determination or rental management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrate knowledge of the Housing Choice Voucher Program.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other computer software.
Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently.
Ability to understand and apply program policies, procedures and regulations.
Ability to obtain and demonstrate knowledge of HUD federal regulations for voucher programs.

Licenses or Certificates   :
A valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.

Certified Housing Specialist Certification within 1 year of employment.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ( www.WES.org )

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Rental Subsidy Specialist I
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204
You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions.  Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Employees hired after July 1, 2022 are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this classification is essentially sedentary. Some positions may involve occasional travel between work sites.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment background investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification, and fingerprinting checks.

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