Ombudsman - Department of Housing & Community Development

Salary Range:  

$55,012.00 - $87,968.00 Annually 

Hiring Salary Range:  

$55,012.00 - $87,968.00 Annually 

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Job Summary:  

An Ombudsman receives, investigates and resolves complaints from, or on behalf of residents of public housing in the City of Baltimore. The work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities.

Incumbents receive general supervision from an administrative superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek that may include occasional evening work. Work requires minimal physical exertion.

Minimum Qualifications:                             

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:  

Education: Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, business or public administration, media relations or a closely related field.

And

Experience: Have two (2) years of experience in advocacy or related work.

OR

Equivalency (Notes:) Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates:

Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit.

PROVISIONAL DRIVER’S LICENSE ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. 

NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLYING. 

**APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration. 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of applicable State and local laws and regulations pertaining to public housing.
• Knowledge of the general operations and procedures of a public housing agency; knowledge of practices, policies and procedures of DHCD.
• Knowledge of the geography and demographics of Baltimore city neighborhoods, and how program services can be targeted to those eligible.
• Skill in conducting investigations and interviews
• Skill in conflict mediation and resolution.
• Ability to respond to public concerns, exercise sound judgment in differing circumstances and act in a responsible and professional manner.
• Ability to conduct investigative interviews and gather evidence and information consistent with established procedures.
• Ability to write detailed reports.
• Ability to maintain confidential case files and records.
• Ability to handle sensitive and tense situations with calm, tact and diplomacy.

Background Check  

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed. 

Probation 

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-months probation.

Eligibility 

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.                                                             

Education Accreditation 

Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org. 

Selection Process:

All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.

Examination Process:

Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months. 

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

Financial Disclosure

This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. 

Your Recruiter: Ayomide Arodoye

If you have any questions, please contact Ayomide Arodoye , Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Specialist II via email at [email protected]

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.

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