Program Assistant I

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Job Code: PD23-33
Posted On: Thursday, 27th April 2023
Department: Property Management
Location: EDP
231 East Deer Park, Gaithersburg, MD
Job Type:
Full Time
Education: High School
Pay Rate: Grade 14; Salary Range: $44,244 - $57,176

Job Description:

Salary Commensurate with Experience

This position is responsible for administrative support to staff working in the Property Management Division.

 Examples of Duties:

  • Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
  • Preparation and tracking of monthly recertification and other mass mailings, scan client/applicant correspondence into AO DOCS.
  • Assign and disseminate incoming correspondence.
  • Other duties include answering telephones, typing correspondence, performing data entry and general clerical tasks, distribution of mail and coverage for the front desk. Process weekly/monthly reports, track appointments and other project tasks.
  • Will work in various databases including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Google applications.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Skills:

  • Requires High school or equivalent and a minimum of 3 years of secretarial/clerical experience; knowledge of subsidized housing a plus.
  • Must be able to prioritize assignments to meet deadlines, be dependable and detail oriented.
  • Strong knowledge of word processing programs and Google software. 
  • Experience in database management using Excel, Access and other data management programs. 
  • Good record keeping skills required. 
  • Must have excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 
  • Must have the ability to exercise good judgment and must be courteous when dealing with the public.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. Low income residents in Montgomery County with the above qualifications are encouraged to apply.

HOC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. HOC promotes a drug-free workplace.

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.