THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITIONPOSTING DATE: 03/27/2024CLOSING DATE: 05/27/2024 AT 12:00AM MIDNIGHTSALARY: $50,84.00 - $61,599.00 AnnuallyCLASS DESCRIPTIONBaltimore 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 FUNCTIONS* Determine 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) and CAREWare databases; 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 REQUIREMENTSEDUCATION: Have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.ANDEXPERIENCE: Have one (1) year of experience in the human services and / or related field.ORNOTES(EQUIVALENCIES): Have an equivalent combination of education and experience including associate 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 and CAREWare 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 viaNOTE: Those eligible candidates who are under final consideration for appointment to this position will be required to submit to drug and alcohol testing and criminal background check.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 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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