Rental Subsidy Specialist I (Non-Merit)

BALTIMORE COUNTY Office of Human Resources 308 Allegheny Avenue Towson, MD 21204 http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov   Is accepting applications for the position of: Rental Subsidy Specialist I - Non-Merit An Equal Opportunity Employer

SALARY $22.67 Hourly OPENING DATE: 04/11/22 CLOSING DATE: 04/22/22 04:30 PM THE POSITION 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.  EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Under general supervision, is responsible for determining eligibility of families for participation in federal and state rental subsidy programs.  Interviews clients and gathers required information for initial eligibility. Completes formulaic calculations of income, assets, and expenses.  Briefs families on program regulations, completes leasing documents, and determines rent calculations and housing assistance payments. Maintains landlord contact and outreach.  Conducts informational interviews. Gathers information and analyzes the information against policies and procedures. Contacts individuals or agencies to verify information relative to determination.  Advises tenants and landlords regarding the moving process and all required paperwork related to family moves. Determines program violations and processes family denials and terminations. Briefs families on program requirements and issues with rent subsidies. Conducts rent negotiations, calculates gross rent, housing assistance payment, tenant rent, and utility allowances. Maintains program records and completes status reports. Issues final requests for payment to landlords. Conducts outreach to families, landlords, supportive agencies, and the public. EXAMPLES OF OTHER DUTIES  Updates case files. Refers clients to other DSS resources or community resources as needed. Records information for required reports. Interprets reports related to eligibility determination.  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. QUALIFICATIONS Required Qualifications High school diploma plus two years' experience evaluating or determining eligibility criteria, working in the housing field, or working in rental management. (Additional education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required experience.) 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. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT New employees are strongly encouraged to get COVID-19 vaccination. Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination and drug screen and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE OBTAINED AND FILED ONLINE AT: http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov OR 308 Allegheny Avenue, Towson, MD 21204 EXAM #00.297 04-22 RENTAL SUBSIDY SPECIALIST I - NON-MERIT DC