Introduction
This is a management service position with full State of Maryland benefits
Work that matters. The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is a national leader in community development and affordable housing. The Division of Neighborhood Revitalization seeks a highly organized, customer oriented, self-motivated, team player, experienced with community development, community planning, financial management and grant and loan administration.
DHCD has an immediate opening for an Assistant Director in its Division of Neighborhood Revitalization to help support State Revitalization Programs.
GRADE
20
LOCATION OF POSITION
2 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 with occasional travel to DHCD’s main office in Lanham, Maryland. A combination of “hybrid” in-person work and telework may be available.
POSITION DUTIES
This Assistant Director position provides key leadership and policy expertise in the field of community development. The position leads a team that manages a variety of state community development grants, loans, projects, and services provided to local governments and nonprofit organizations, from application to award and monitoring, approval of disbursement requests, and assisting with grant and loan documents. The incumbent provides leadership in partnership development the provision of technical assistance to stakeholders, community leaders, government officials, and interagency partners seeking to revitalize communities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Five years of community development experience (in one or more of the following areas: neighborhood revitalization, grant and loan financing/management, community planning, housing rehabilitation, commercial revitalization, infrastructure development and historic preservation) working with a government or nonprofit organization. Additionally, must have a minimum of two years supervisory experience.
Notes:
Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master’s degree in a job-related field from an accredited college or university for up to two years of the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with contract and/or grant administration with government and/or nonprofit organizations related to neighborhood revitalization (e.g. residential, commercial, recreational, infrastructure, historic preservation projects that impact community quality of life)
- Experience providing technical assistance in the area of community development and community planning
- Experience making presentations, working with community stakeholders and facilitating community engagement sessions.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please provide sufficient information on your application to document that you meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Unofficial transcripts, certifications or diplomas to document educational or certification qualifications are required. Educational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted with your application. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year. Eligible list may be used to fill future vacancies of the same classification. Successful candidates must document eligibility to work in the U.S. upon hire.
Please note: The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination will consist of rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement, or the rating may be based on your application. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Report all experience and education that is related to this position.
BENEFITS
State of Maryland Benefits
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online Applications Are STRONGLY Preferred. However, If You Wish To Submit a Paper Application, You May Mail Your Application And Materials To:
Jamaal Simpson
Department of Housing and Community Development
Office of Human Resources
7800 Harkins Road, Lanham, MD 20706
All Application Materials Must Be Received By The Filing Deadline. If You Are Unable To Upload Your Transcripts Into The System, Please Send Via Email To Jamaal.simpson@maryland.gov. Please Include The Following Information In The Body Of The Email:
- Attn: Jamaal Simpson, HR Generalist
- Your First and Last Name
- Recruitment #
- Classification (Job Title) of Recruitment
Incorrect application forms, or resumes in place of the application, will not be accepted. If you are interested in these positions and cannot apply online please fill out the paper application. For questions concerning these positions, please call 301-429-7781.
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.
All Application Materials Must Be Received By The Filing Deadline. If You Are Unable To Upload Your Transcripts Into The System, Please Send Via Email To Jamaal.simpson@maryland.gov. Please Include The Following Information In The Body Of The Email:
- Attn: Jamaal Simpson, HR Generalist
- Your First and Last Name
- Recruitment #
- Classification (Job Title) of Recruitment
Incorrect application forms, or resumes in place of the application, will not be accepted. If you are interested in these positions and cannot apply online please fill out the paper application. For questions concerning these positions, please call 301-429-7781.
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.
