THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

POSTING DATE: 03/27/2024

CLOSING DATE: 05/27/2024 AT 12:00AM MIDNIGHT

SALARY: $50,84.00 - $61,599.00 Annually

CLASS DESCRIPTION

Baltimore City Mayor's Office of Homeless Services is seeking a dynamic professional to determine housing eligibility of clients for the Housing Assistance Program (HAP). This position reports to the HAP Program Manager, Homeless Services Program (HSP).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

* Determine housing eligibility of clients for the Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS (HOPWA) program; recertify clients as required. Conduct informal hearings regarding tenant program violations. Terminate client participation as necessary.

* Issue vouchers (authorization to locate housing); generate, submit and track inspection requests / completed inspections; determine rent reasonableness; prepare landlord contracts and related correspondence; maintain electronic and written communication with clients, co-workers, landlords, and other housing agencies.

* Manage clients' files in the Housing Assistance Program Payment Yearly (HAPPY) and CAREWare databases; generate reports as required.

* Provide technical assistance to other service providers, property managers; communicate program modifications to landlords and service agencies.

* In conjunction with the Housing Coordinator and other staff, implement and modify, as needed, the Administrative Manual and all standard operating procedures for the program.

* Perform related work as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: Have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

AND

EXPERIENCE: Have one (1) year of experience in the human services and / or related field.

OR

NOTES(EQUIVALENCIES): Have an equivalent combination of education and experience including associate degree in social work, human services and/or related field; career experience in social services, supportive housing, or work with persons with disabilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

* Knowledge of HUD subsidized housing regulations; and knowledge of HAPPY and CAREWare databases preferred.

* Knowledge of HUD rental assistance regulations.

* Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills.

* Ability to conduct and process multiple assignments simultaneously; ability to prioritize multiple tasks. Work must be timely and attention to detail is necessary.

* Must be a self-starter, with sound judgment and a high level of professionalism.

* Ability to maintain records and document information.

* Must be a team player and must be comfortable working with people who are homeless and / or low-income.

* Competent working with Microsoft Office Suite, databases, and communicating via

NOTE: Those eligible candidates who are under final consideration for appointment to this position will be required to submit to drug and alcohol testing and criminal background check.

Financial Disclosure:

This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law.

BALTIMORE CITY AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER