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City of Baltimore

Homeless Program Coordinator (NCS) - Mayor's Office of Homeless Services

City of Baltimore, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276


THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

POSTING DATE: 10/31/2024

SALARY RANGE:

$52,875 - $64,063

Annually

BACKGROUND CHECK:

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint screening and must be successfully completed.

PROBATION:

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory 6-month probation.

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 FUNCTIONSDetermine 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); 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):

or an equivalent combination of education and experience including an associate's 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 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 email.

BENEFITS

The City of Baltimore offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our benefits here:

https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits

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 Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.

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