Business: Carroll County Government

Location: Westminster

FULL TIME • PERMANENT

Business Product/Service: Local Government

Business Address:
225 N Center Street
Westminster, Maryland 21157

Phone: (410) 386-2129

Contact Name: Suzanne Schreuer
Title: Office Associate
Email: sschreuer@carrollcountymd.gov
Website:

Job Description

The Department of Citizen Service is seeking an ambitious individual to join our dedicated Bureau of Housing team as a Housing Specialist. The ideal candidate will be a highly organized, compassionate, detail-oriented, self-starter with strong communication and customer service skills. Candidates must be computer proficient with the use of Microsoft Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) as well as be able to learn web-based applications for data management and application processing/filing.
As a Housing Specialist, you will be required to manage an assigned caseload for the Housing Choice Voucher Program. Your responsibilities will include reviewing and assessing information regarding income, assets, and deductions for each client, and maintaining all required Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) documentation. The Housing Specialist is responsible for negotiating rents as required by HUD and resolving disputes between landlords and tenants. This position is responsible for communicating complex policies and regulations to the public. You will also be required to perform mathematical calculations and accounting functions related to rental determinations.
We are committed to growing the capabilities of our team members to ensure that we provide the best possible service to the citizens of Carroll County. An ideal candidate will enjoy working with people and partner agencies throughout the county, be able to work independently, take initiative, and be eager to learn.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:
1. High school diploma or general education diploma (GED)
2. Two years’ experience in human service field *
3. Certification for Housing Choice Voucher Specialist (or must obtain within 6 months of employment)
4. Certification for Fair Housing & Reasonable Accommodations (or must obtain within 6 months of employment)
*A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Other Job Requirements
Driver’s License, H.S. Diploma/GED

Wages per hour: 19.91
Number of openings: 1
Overtime: NO
Benefits: YES

Days of Work:
MONDAY 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  TUESDAY 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  WEDNESDAY 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  THURSDAY 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  FRIDAY 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Shift:

How to Apply: https://careers.carrollcountymd.gov/openings/
Willing to Train: YES
Experience Required: YES
Experience in Months:
Minimum Age: 21 & over
Closing Date: 09/01/2023