Introduction
This is a contractual position with limited State of Maryland benefits.
Work that Matters. The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is a world-class financial and policy organization, and works at the cutting edge of affordable housing, home-ownership, economic development and neighborhood revitalization. We manage over $3 billion in single-family and multi-family assets, and provide financial support and critical programs to families, communities, non-profits, businesses and local governments throughout the state.
This position reports directly to the Special Assistant in the Division of Policy, Strategy and Research, while providing support to the entire Department. This position serves as the Department's facilitator of all competitive grant applications that the Department pursues. This position supports subject matter experts with the non-technical Components of grant application packages, while also alerting relevant divisions to new opportunities. The Coordinator will review competitive applications for form and conduct a compliance check before submission. The Coordinator will write relevant sections of applications of application narratives, in conjunction with subject matters. The Coordinator will also facilitate the development of criteria for deciding with grant opportunities to pursue, and the Coordinator will also work with relevant divisions to identify needs and gaps to help inform grantseeking process and prioritization of opportunities.
DHCD offers a flexible work schedule, telework options; training, advancement and career path opportunities; casual business dress on Fridays and a competitive salary. There is ample parking at our headquarters in Lanham, MD.
GRADE
16
LOCATION OF POSITION
7800 Harkins Road Lanham, MD 20706.
The Department of Housing and Community Development Headquarters is located in Prince George's County across from the New Carrollton Metro stop.
POSITION DUTIES
The Grants Coordinator shall serve as the Department’s facilitator of all competitive grant applications that the Department pursues. This position will support subject matter experts with the non-technical components of application packages, while also alerting relevant divisions to new opportunities. The Coordinator will review competitive applications for form and conduct a compliance check before submission. The Coordinator will write relevant sections of application narratives, in conjunction with subject matter experts. The Coordinator will also facilitate the development of criteria for deciding which grant opportunities to pursue, and the Coordinator will also work with relevant divisions to identify needs and gaps to help inform the grantseeking process and prioritization of opportunities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience:
Seven years of experience in grant evaluation and monitoring or budget preparation, presentation and execution.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of experience in grant evaluation and monitoring or budget preparation, presentation and execution for the required experience.
2. Candidates may substitute graduate education from an accredited college or university in accounting, business administration, economics, finance, political science or public administration at a rate of 30 credit hours for five years of the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in the Budget Officer classifications or Financial Management specialty codes in the Budgeting field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- A bachelor’s degree in the humanities, social sciences, public policy, public administration, or a related field
- At least one year of grant or other technical writing experience
- At least two years of general professional experience
- Experience managing programs or budgets over $100,000
- Experience working within local, state, or federal government
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
NOT APPLICABLE.
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.
Please 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.
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.
BENEFITS
Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.
Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are STRONGLY preferred. However, if you wish to submit a paper application, you may mail your application and materials to:
Miles Peterson
Department of Housing and Community Development
Office of Human Resources
7800 Harkins Road, Lanham, MD 20706
All 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:
- Attn: Miles Peterson, HR Generalist
- Your First and Last Name
- Recruitment #
- Classification (Job Title) of Recruitment
Incorrect 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.
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We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.
