Introduction
This is a contractual position with limited benefits.
Work that matters. The Maryland Department of Housing & Community Development is a national leader in community development and affordable housing. The Division of Neighborhood Revitalization seeks a positive individual with knowledge of trends in areas related to the delivery of services to low and moderate income populations seeking to move to self-sufficiency and to homeless and potentially homeless populations.
GRADE
17
LOCATION OF POSITION
7800 Harkins Rd Lanham, MD 20706 with occasional travel to the Department of Housing and Community Development's satellite office in Baltimore City.
The Department of Housing and Community Development Headquarters Office is located in Prince George's County at the New Carrollton Metro stop.
POSITION DUTIES
This Project Manager position will administer Division of Neighborhood Revitalization Federal and State grants, to local governments and nonprofit organizations with a primary focus on the provision of services for homeless and at-risk populations. The position ensures compliance with Departmental standards, as well as federal and state regulatory and statutory requirements. This position also provides technical assistance, reviews applications for project funding, approves disbursement requests against project terms and funding guidelines, and assists with the preparation of grant documents.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Please read job announcement carefully. Minimum and Selective Qualifications are required; if you do not meet the criteria you will not be considered for this position.
Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Four years of experience in administrative staff or professional work.
Notes:
1. Additional experience in administrative staff or professional work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
2. Additional graduate level education at an accredited college or university may be substituted at the rate of 30 semester credit hours on a year to year basis for the required general experience.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year to year basis for the required education and experience.
SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS
One year of experience with nonprofit organizations, foundations or government program administration.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and the selective qualifications to be considered. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding the qualifications.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- One year of direct experience administering federal grant programs for a nonprofit or government agency.
- One year of experience with issues relating to homelessness and or anti-poverty programs is highly desirable.
- Two or more years of experience administering federal or foundation grants on behalf of nonprofit organizations, foundations or government agencies highly desirable.
- Two or more years of experience with creating or reviewing budgeting and financial statements.
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
Candidates must be willing to work in Prince George's County.
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 and selective qualifications for this recruitment. Please provide transcripts, certifications or diplomas to document educational or certification qualifications. Educational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted with your application.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination will consist of a 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
The Department of Housing and Community Development offers a flexible work schedule, telework and job sharing options; training, advancement and career path opportunities; casual business dress on Fridays and a competitive salary.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are STRONGLY preferred. However, if you wish to submit a paper application, you may mail your application and materials to: Amy Kipersztok, Department of Housing & 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
dhcd.careers@maryland.gov. Please include the following information in the body of the email:
- Attn: Amy Kipersztok, Senior HR Generalist
- Your First and Last Names
- 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 the position and cannot apply online please fill out the revised paper application which can be found on JobAps. For questions concerning this position, please call
301-429-7418.
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. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
