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Program Assistant, Homeownership

HOUSING AUTHORITY OF BALTIMORE CITY

Baltimore, MD

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Candidate Screening, Case Management, Community and Social Services, Contract Negotiation, Dental Insurance, Driver's License, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Insurance, Insurance, Leadership, Legal, Life Insurance, Metrics, Mortgage, Mortgage Lending, Public Housing, Real Estate, Regulations, Reporting Skills, Seminars, Social Work, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Statistical Reports, Sustainability
LOCATION
Baltimore, MD
POSTED
30+ days ago
About Us

Founded in 1937, the Housing Authority of Baltimore City (HABC) has kept the promise of public housing alive. It has done so by maintaining and modernizing its buildings and enriching the lives of its residents through innovative social services, recreational and educational programs, and job training initiatives. What makes HABC successful is the dedication of its employees and its history of strong leadership.

Benefits

Health and Well-Being

At the Housing Authority of Baltimore City (HABC), we offer a competitive benefits package that supports our recruitment and retention goals and meets the diverse, evolving needs of our employees. HABC's comprehensive benefit package includes:

Vacation and Leave
  • Universal Leave
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Parental Paid Leave
Health and Wellness
  • Medical insurance plus dental and employer-paid vision with a nationwide network of providers
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Free health and wellness programs
Income Protection and Retirement
  • Life Insurance plus voluntary coverage
  • Short-term disability
  • Legal Plan
  • Accident and Critical Illness
  • Retirement Programs
Position Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to serve in a supportive role in outreach, promotion, statistical reporting, as well as various administrative duties, to include participant follow up, application screening, and coordinating information from other internal departments and external partners.

All activities must support the Housing Authority of Baltimore City ("HABC" or "Authority") mission, strategic goals, and objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The position duties and responsibilities listed below describe the general nature and scope of work. Other responsibilities, duties, and skills may be required and assigned, as needed.
  • Serves as the liaison between the residents and the external partners of the Homeownership Program.
  • Educates and provides case management and pre-and-post housing counseling to assist participants in becoming homebuyer readiness and maintaining homeownership sustainability.
  • Assists residents and resident groups in identifying and applying for the appropriate Homeownership Program that meets their eligibility criteria. Monitors the progression of a participant that enrolls in a Program. Educates and provides information related to HABC's homeownership programs eligibility, regulations, policies, and procedures
  • Participates in outreach/marketing activities and events to promote homeownership programs to current and potential residents and potential partners.
  • Provides support to residents during the phases of screening, application submission, and contract negotiation by assisting with gathering documents and completing required tasks to navigate the homeownership participation requirements.
  • Develops and facilitates information sessions and seminars for residents around various aspects of homeownership.
  • Assists the Homeownership Program Administrator in processing program extensions, terminations, and grievances.
  • Conducts annual mortgage, refund, and program compliance review and certifications.
  • Makes recommendations to the standard operating procedures, as deemed necessary.
  • Identifies metrics and prepares statistical reports for internal and external use.
  • Provides feedback or concerns and needs for program development based on resident surveys.
  • Completes an Inspection checklist for properties associated with HABC or specified affiliates, as needed.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education, Training, and/or Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Social Work, or closely related field(s). A minimum of three (3) years in the Housing Assistance/Counseling, Real Estate, or Mortgage Financing fields can be substituted for two (2) years of college. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Special Requirements
  • Possession of a valid Maryland driver's license.
  • Must be able to be covered under the Authority's vehicle insurance policy.
Other Requirements:
  • Availability to work some evenings and weekends as needed.
  • Successful completion of a prescreening investigation, including verification of employment history and education credentials.
  • A 6-month probationary period applies to this full-time permanent position.
  • Must not engage in private real estate business.


This job posting will remain open until July 07, 2026.

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