EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
ANNOUNCEMENT NO.: PD08-50
APPLY:	HOC, Attn: Human Resources Office 10400 Detrick Avenue Kensington, Maryland 20895
PHONE:	EMAIL: hr@hocmc.org; FAX: 301-949-1248 240-773-9006 HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE 240-773-9007 JOB HOTLINE
POSITION TITLE:	Program Specialist Resident Services, Kensington, MD
DESCRIPTION & MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: This position is responsible for promoting and marketing the Rent Supplemental Program which will serve approximately 350 households among County landlords, property owners and management firms. Provides technical assistance regarding eligibility criteria, certification process, leases and other program requirements to prospective and existing landlords, property owners and management firms. Responds to inquiries from landlords and receives monthly reports and conducts a thorough analysis for accuracy and compliance with program eligibility policies and contract provisions. Conducts face-to-face contacts with program participants to ensure their understanding of the program its requirements and determines participant eligibility. Establishes legal agreements for new property owners. Prepare monthly vendor payments to landlords. Review revenue and expenditures to ensure budgetary integrity. Prepare narrative and monthly computerized status reports as required for submittal to various agencies. Requires BA degree and three years experience in subsidized or property management. Must possess good basic math skills, good driving record and ability to communicate orally and in writing. Excellent interpersonal skills. Must be computer proficient in Word, Excel and other software. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. Low income residents in Montgomery County with the above qualifications are encouraged to apply. This is a One-Year Term position with benefits. Position continuance is based on funding. HOC conducts criminal background checks, employment reference checks, and where applicable, reviews driving records in determining suitability for employment. Selected applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Employment is contingent upon drug and alcohol test results.
ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS:	Unlimited
STARTING SALARY:	$43,394 (minimum)
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE: DRIVER’S LICENSE: POSITION NUMBER:	None Required License Required RS12, Grade 20
POSTING DATE:	August 28, 2008
CLOSING DATE:	Open Until Filled
*PLEASE NOTE: HOC Career and Term employees must submit employment applications within business 10 days of Posting Date in order to receive first consideration.