Development Officer II Community Assistance (045632) (Multi-Family Loan Administrator)

Introduction

\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThis is a Skilled Service position with full State of Maryland benefits\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWork that matters. The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is a national leader in the financing of affordable housing and revitalizing communities.� This is an opportunity to join this nationally recognized, award-winning organization and apply your skills to this high public purpose and challenging area.� Annually, DHCD finances approximately 4,000 units of multifamily rental housing in 40 properties, amounting to $500 million in construction and permanent financing.� Funding comes from a variety of sources, including state-appropriated funds, taxable and tax-exempt revenue bonds, federal low-income housing tax credits, federal HOME funds, and other federal funds.� Additionally, DHCD administers rental assistance programs and innovative initiatives designed to expand affordable housing opportunities for persons with disabilities, increase the energy efficiency and sustainability of affordable multifamily developments, and preserve rental housing.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nDHCD offers a flexible work schedule, full state of Maryland benefits, hybrid telework and job sharing options; training, advancement and career path opportunities; and a competitive salary. There is ample and our offices are located in walking distance to the New Carrollton MARC Train Station.��\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

GRADE

15�\r\n\r\n\r\nThis position offers a salary range of $63,154 - $71,125/year, with potential for advancement up to $99,603/year based on qualifications, equity, and hiring guidelines.� Initial salary offers are determined by qualifications, experience, and available budget, and typically do not exceed $71,125/year.�\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

7800 Harkins Road Lanham, MD 20706The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development is located in Prince George's County across from the New Carrollton Metro stop.�\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

The Loan Administrator manages the processing of loan underwriting and approval for the Community Development Administration’s Multifamily Housing Development Programs, and reports directly to the Director for Rental Lending, Multifamily Housing Development Programs. This position oversees a process that begins with an application and involves extensive communication among a very large array of public and private participants typically lasting 12-15 months until the project begins construction. In addition, the position is the primary point of contact with HUD under the 542(c) Risk Sharing program which provides debt for approximately 25% of the Department’s multifamily financing program’s volume. In these regards the position directly contributes to the Department’s mission of providing safe, decent and affordable housing for low- and moderate-income individuals and families.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

\r\nExperience: Seven years of community assistance experience\r\nin�residential or commercial real estate development, governmental\r\nhousing, community development or infrastructure development programs,\r\nincluding market�research, planning, financial management, loan or grant\r\nprogram administration, capital projects or project development.\r\n\r\n\r\nNotes:\r\n\r\n\r\n1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree\r\nfrom an accredited college or university in urban planning, financial\r\nmanagement, business or public administration, political science, economic,\r\nmarketing,�management science or a related field�and�three years of�community assistance\r\nexperience in residential or commercial real estate development, governmental\r\nhousing, community�development or infrastructure development programs,\r\nincluding market research, planning, financial management, loan or grant\r\nprogram administration, capital projects or project development for the\r\nrequired experience.\r\n\r\n\r\n2. Candidates may substitute graduate credit hours in urban\r\nplanning, financial management, business or public administration, political\r\nscience, economics, marketing, management science or a closely related field on\r\na year-for-year basis for up to two years of the required experience.\r\n\r\n\r\n3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service\r\nexperience as a commissioned officer in the Business and Industry job family or\r\nBusiness and Industry job codes on�a year-for-year basis for the required\r\nexperience.\r\n\r\n\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\n Experience with loan processing for multifamily rental development lending.\r\n Experience coordinating loan processing or program activities with three or more departments or divisions (e.g., legal, finance, underwriting, asset management).\r\n Experience managing, querying, and updating relational databases or specialized housing finance platforms to track large-scale loan pipelines, ensure data integrity, and support accurate reporting.\r\n Experience developing or implementing process improvements, such as revised procedures or workflow changes, in loan administration or a related program area.\r\n\r\n

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.\r\n

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.\r\nPlease 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.\r\n

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.\r\n

BENEFITS

State of Maryland Benefits\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nOnline applications are STRONGLY preferred. However, if you wish to submit a paper application, you may mail your application and materials to:\r\nMiles Peterson�\r\nDepartment of Housing and Community Development\r\nOffice of Human Resources�\r\n7800 Harkins Road, Lanham, MD 20706�\r\nAll 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 miles.peterson@maryland.gov. Please include the following information in the body of the email:�\r\n\r\n Attn: Miles Peterson, HR Generalist�\r\n Your First and Last Name�\r\n Recruitment #�\r\n Classification (Job Title) of Recruitment\r\n\r\nIncorrect 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 301-429-7566.�\r\nTTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.�\r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n