Program Eligibility Analyst I (Grant/FT/Benefits)

NATURE OF WORK:

Harford County Housing & Community Development is seeking to fill the position of Program Eligibility Analyst I to perform a level of services required by HUD and Harford County. Under the immediate supervision of Program Eligibility II, the Program Eligibility Analyst's I responsibilities include, but may not be limited to performing initial eligibility interviews and annual recertification of participating families, handling family moves, terminations, interim changes, correspondence, telephone inquiries, and scheduling, as well as file maintenance, file scanning, front desk coverage, telephone coverage,
and other duties as assigned. I liaise with service agencies, tenants, and owners as the Program Eligibility Analyst.

Job Description:

BUDGETED SALARY: $43,000.00-$53,000.00

Minimum Qualification Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Good interview skills and techniques
• Basic computer skills, including computer data entry
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• An ability to work tactfully and in a non-judgmental manner with clients from disadvantaged situations
• An ability to interpret and apply complex regulations
• An ability to understand technical legal forms and documents
• An ability to work independently, under pressure, with interruptions, while prioritizing responsibilities and demonstrating flexibility
• An ability to interact harmoniously with co-workers in stress-related field
• An ability to push and pull track file cabinets
• The ability to bend, stoop, kneel and sit for prolonged periods of time
• Must be able to drive a County vehicle to attend meetings and act as a representative of the Agency
• Working knowledge of Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Program policies and procedures
• Current knowledge of the federal rental housing program
• Bi-lingual services are desirable but not necessary

EDUCATION:
Possession of an A.A. Degree.

EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of two (2) years interviewing experience and the use of computer data entry software.

LICENSE:
Possession of a valid Class "C" non-commercial driver's license with no more than three (3) points. Please be advised this position requires a valid driver's license. Your application will not be considered if you fail to include the full driver's license number on the electronic application.

SAFETY:
Must comply with all Federal (OSHA), State of Maryland (MOSH), safety regulations and applicable Harford County safety policies, procedures, or manual as required for this position.

Notes
Additional experience may be substituted for the degree requirement on a year for year basis.

Compensation:

Other compensation may include but is not limited to:

• Overtime

• Compensatory time

• Shift Differentials

Benefits:

Harford County offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:

• Health, Dental & Vision insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts 

• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation 

• Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children

• Generous Leave Package & Paid Holidays

• Tuition Reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Harford County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.