Temporary Program Assistant I - Silver Spring, MD

Temporary Program Assistant I - Silver Spring :

The Housing Opportunities Commission of Montgomery County (HOC) was established in 1974 to better respond to the County's need for affordable housing. HOC is authorized to acquire, own, lease, and operate housing; to provide for the construction or renovation of housing; obtain financial assistance from any public or private source to assist its housing activities; and arrange for social services, resident services, and daycare.

Job Description:

The temporary Program Assistant I position will provide administrative assistance to the certification team. This position will be located downtown, Silver Spring MD.

Examples of Duties:

• Provide administrative assistance to the certification team
• Scheduling appointments
• Conduct mass mailings and manage the tracking and receipt of incoming documents
• Update spreadsheets and respond to customer inquires

Education:

• Requires a High School Diploma

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. Low income residents in Montgomery County with the above qualifications are encouraged to apply

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be detail oriented and have excellent customer service and internal personal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and meet delaines as well as prioritize assignments
• Must have basic computer skills including proficiency with MS Office

*Salary determined by departmental budget - Offer commensurate with experience. *

HOC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. HOC promotes a drug-free workplace.

HOC conducts criminal background checks, employment reference checks, and where applicable, reviews driving records in determining suitability for employment. Selected applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Employment is contingent upon drug and alcohol test results.