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CDA Lending and Risk Analyst II (C24008/485490) (C24009/485489)

Job Review Specialist (CDA Energy)

Recruitment #24-003726-0006

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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 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 2,700 units of multifamily rental housing in 40 properties, amounting to $350 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. 

Program Excellence: Housing and Building Energy Programs

Who we are and what we do:  We are a fast paced, dynamic team committed to serving Maryland households.  We are looking for team players that share our vision of program excellence and our commitment to customer service.  We achieve program excellence through continuous process improvement involving everyone in a collaborative and collegial team centered environment.  Our programs offer weatherization, energy efficiency, and health and safety improvement services to single family, multifamily, and commercial buildings in the state.  Most of our programs serve limited income Maryland households. 

The programs that the division administers provide energy efficiency improvements that help reduce costs to residents, increase comfort improve health and safety in the home, support local employment, and contribute strongly towards meeting the State's environmental goals.  This program portfolio consists of programs such as the US Department of Energy Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) EmPOWER Whole Home Efficiency Program, EmPOWER Multifamily Energy Efficiency and Housing Affordability Program (MEEHA), Maryland Energy Assistance Program (MEAP) for Crisis/No-Heat/No-Cool, Energy-Efficient Homes Construction Loan Program (NetZero), and the BeSMART Home Energy Loan Program (BeSMART). 
 

GRADE

17

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 Department of Housing and Community Development is seeking an experienced and self-motivated Job Review Specialist. 

This is a unique opportunity for a qualified candidate to join our team during a period of significant growth in the industry for a long-term career that includes a competitive salary, State benefits, industry standard continuing education, and a hybrid work schedule.

The Job Review Specialist is a highly skilled professional applying their understanding of building science, energy diagnostic and modeling methodologies, energy conservation measures, concepts and practices to ensure effective energy retrofits in single- and multi-family buildings. 

This position is responsible for the review and approval of energy audits and studies, energy conservation scope of work, construction specifications, cost review, work progression and payment requests. The Job Review Specialist may be responsible for guiding a project through the stages of the funding process, including initial application, funding request evaluation, selection of a scope of work, construction and closeout of the project.

The Job Review Specialist must be familiar with building science principles, stay up to date on changing energy codes, and stay informed of ever-changing energy program requirements.

The energy retrofit work may be part of a more comprehensive substantial or moderate rehabilitation effort funded with additional State funds, or be a stand-alone energy retrofit project. Certain new construction projects are eligible for funding. Typical project size will be 1 to 5 units and may involve townhouse, low-rise, mid-rise, or high-rise construction.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Seven years of experience evaluating the risk involved in granting single family, multifamily and commercial loans, government assistance programs, and/or construction management.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Architecture, Construction Management, Finance, Economics, Real Estate, Architecture or any other related field and three years of experience evaluating the risk involved in granting single family, multifamily and commercial loans, government assistance programs, and/or construction management for the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in loan specialist classification, loan specialist specialty codes in the loan specialist field of work, or as a commissioned officer in business and industry  classification or business and industry specialty codes in the housing management field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Strong computer skills.  Focusing on databases, Word/Excel and Google Drive

  • Working knowledge of Energy Retrofits and/or Home Performance

  • Ability to effectively communicate with Vendors and Program staff

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 H-1B 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 the 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:

Charlee Kerr
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 charlee.kerr@maryland.gov.  Please include the following information in the body of the email:

  • Attn:  Charlee Kerr
  • 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 301-429-7783.

TTY Users:  call via Maryland Relay

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. 



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