Program Assistant I - HRD/FSS

Program Assistant:

The Housing Opportunities Commission of Montgomery County (HOC) was established in 1974 to better respond to the County's need for affordable housing. HOC is authorized to acquire, own, lease, and operate housing; to provide for the construction or renovation of housing; obtain financial assistance from any public or private source to assist its housing activities; and arrange for social services, resident services, and daycare.

Job Description:

This position is responsible for providing administrative and office management support for the Family Self Sufficiency Program in the Housing Resources Division. Will respond to incoming calls and emails from clients, vendors, community partners and stakeholders. Will create and maintain logs and spreadsheets, process reports and update databases. Upload both FSS and HRD packages received and assign to appropriate FSS specialist. Will manage eligibility of new applicants and FSS waitlist. Prepare documents for the monthly newsletter, event flyers, information sessions and workshop flyers. Assist with workshop and information sessions as needed for sign-in. Order office supplies, generate POs and track payments made to clients and vendors

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience

• At least three years of experience or clerical experience or
• At least two years of college and one year of administrative and or clerical experience

Education:

• Requires high school Diploma
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. Low income residents in Montgomery County with the above qualifications are encouraged to apply

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have good interpersonal, customer service and organizational skills and written communication skills
• Must be able to multi-task and prioritize assignments to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment and be dependable and detail oriented.
• Must be proficient in Excel, Word, Google platforms, Access and Data entry
• Must have experience with Microsoft PowerPoint and Publisher
• Knowledge of housing programs is preferred

*Grade 14 Min: $47,854/ Mid:$61,842 / Max: $75,829| | Salary determined by departmental budget- Offer commensurate with experience

HOC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. HOC promotes a drug-free workplace.

HOC conducts criminal background checks, employment reference checks, and where applicable, reviews driving records in determining suitability for employment. Selected applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Employment is contingent upon drug and alcohol test results.