Deputy Director of Housing and Community Development

Salary: $77.28 - $92.73 Hourly

Location : Towson, MD

Job Type: NON-MERIT

Job Number: NM.108 5-24

Department: Housing and Community Development

Opening Date: 07/05/2024

Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Department of Housing and Community Development.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

This is a non-merit, exempt management level supervisory, professional and administrative position which provides key management, administrative and technical support to the Director. Work is performed demonstrating an expertise for organizational planning, management and implementation under the general supervision of the Director and is evaluated based on the achievement of DHCD's goals and objectives.

The Deputy is responsible for project management both the short-term and long-term planning and coordination of agency priorities and strategies in accordance with County laws and policies. Lead creation of solutions to address implementation constraints for these priorities and strategies and develops new tools and processes that address impediments and keep DHCD on track with its goals.

• Directs the project management of DHCD's priorities, strategies, policies and procedures.
• Oversees DHCD staff responsible for implementing effective data-driven processes to manage progress, and both project-management and change-management related to the innovation of programs and processes.
• Participates in the agency's policy development and strategy planning as it relates to housing vouchers, homeless services, grants management and housing development activity.
• Develops and manages effective accountability processes to ensure prompt achievement of agency goals and objectives.
• Ensures adherence to fair housing regulations and best practices.
• Stays abreast of public housing programs, policies and other matters through careful study of HUD regulations, laws, ordinances and publications.
• Represents the department in County initiatives such as the Master Plan, Administrative Plans, Strategic Plans and provides input for community plans and development initiatives.
• Contributes key information for the departmental budget to the Director and Fiscal Administrator.

Examples of other Duties

• Supports the Director in a leadership role for the preparation of DHCD research, reports, memoranda, and studies related to housing and community development policy and processes.
• Represents the agency at legislative hearings, community forums or other events, particularly in furtherance of the affordable housing development agenda.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in business administration, public administration, public policy, organizational management or a related field.

A minimum of ten years of municipal or regional government experience, including five years of supervisory experience. The candidate must have experience managing a diverse team and interacting with a range of stakeholders, such as, but not limited to, internal DHCD staff members, other County agencies, elected officials and community partners.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered for qualifications noted above.

Preferred Qualifications
Three years of experience in directing a major program/project involving administrative policy formulation responsibilities.

License or Certification
Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of the County's organizational structure and functions of its agencies.
• Thorough knowledge of the organization and function of agencies involved in the development process and how they interact.
• Thorough knowledge of County personnel and budget administration.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other agencies and the general public.
• Ability to plan, direct, and administer grant and housing financial programs.
• Ability to interpret and obtain compliance with County planning laws, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to promote the objectives of the County and Department and to actively participate in their achievement.
• Ability to communicate effectively across County government, with intergovernmental agencies, private entities such as developers, property management teams and financiers.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ().

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Deputy Director of Housing and Community Development - Non-Merit
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

Employees hired after July 1, 2022 are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this classification is essentially sedentary, but may involve occasional walking, standing, and/or other limited physical activities.

Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.

Employment Benefits for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance
In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance
In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave
Sick Leave - Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement.

Vacation Leave - Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally.

Holidays - Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday.

Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.

01

The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History section of this application. If you cite experience in your response that is not included on the Work History section of this application, your application may be considered incomplete and you may not receive further consideration for this position. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

02

Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

• I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

03

Select the type of driver's license you currently hold. Be sure you have provided your driver's license number, class and state in the previous section of this application.

• Commercial Driver's License equivalent to Commercial, Class A Maryland Driver's License.
• Commercial Driver's License equivalent to Commercial, Class B Maryland Driver's License.
• Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License with a Passenger Endorsement.
• Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License.
• Provisional Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Provisional Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License.
• Driver's License Learners Permit.
• I do not have a driver's license.

04

Are you currently a merit (full-time), non-merit (part-time), or temporary employee of the Baltimore County General Government?Employees of Baltimore County Public Schools, Baltimore County Public Library, Baltimore County's court systems or Baltimore County Community College and employees of temporary services used by the County are not considered employees of the Baltimore County General Government.

• Yes
• No

05

The position you are applying for requires proof of education and/or licenses beyond high school in order to qualify. You must submit this proof as instructed on the job posting. If you do not submit the transcript(s) or license(s) by the closing date, your application will not be considered further.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

06

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks. Are you willing to accept these conditions of employment?

• Yes, I am willing to accept this condition of employment.
• No, I am not willing to accept this condition of employment and therefore I understand I will not be considered for this position with Baltimore County Government.

07

I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, my e-mail address, and my contact telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in my not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in my not being further considered for this employment opportunity. To update this information visit www.governmentjobs.com, log into your account, and edit your profile.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

08

New employees are strongly encouraged to get COVID-19 vaccination.

• I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

09

Employees hired after July 1, 2022 are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

• I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

10

Select the option that best describes your level of education and experience.

• Master's degree in business administration, public administration, public policy, organizational management or a related field, plus a minimum of ten (10) years of municipal or regional government experience, including five years of supervisory experience.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, public policy, organizational management or a related field, plus a minimum of twelve (12) years of municipal or regional government experience, including five years of supervisory experience.
• I do not have any of the combinations of education and experience as described above.

11

Do you have experience in managing multiple levels of staff including multiple levels of supervisory staff?

• Yes
• No

12

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you do not have the experience as described in the previous question, respond by entering N/A in the space below.

13

Do you have experience in organizational management?

• Yes
• No

14

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you do not have the experience as described in the previous question, respond by entering N/A in the space below.

15

Do you have experience managing short-term and long-term projects, strategic plans, and/or change management related to innovation of programs and processes?

• Yes
• No

16

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you do not have the experience as described in the previous question, respond by entering N/A in the space below.

17

Do you have experience in developing and implementing housing policy?

• Yes
• No

18

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you do not have the experience as described in the previous question, respond by entering N/A in the space below.

19

Do you have experience in managing public housing programs and housing financing?

• Yes
• No

20

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you do not have the experience as described in the previous question, respond by entering N/A in the space below.

21

Do you have experience in developing and monitoring departmental budgets?

• Yes
• No

22

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you do not have the experience as described in the previous question, respond by entering N/A in the space below.

23

How many years of experience do you have interpreting and obtaining compliance with County planning, land use and zoning laws, policies, and procedures? Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you do not have this experience, respond by entering N/A to this question.

24

How many years of experience do you have in stakeholder engagement and working with other organizations who provide services under federal, state, and local grants? Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you do not have this experience, respond by entering N/A to this question.

Required Question

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