Temporary Rent Market Analyst

Housing Opportunity Com•Silver Spring, MD

7h•Onsite

About The Position

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. The Housing Resources division has is currently hiring for a Temporary Rent Market Analyst. This position is located Downtown Silver Spring at our main headquarters. The Rent Market Analyst will review and process requests for tenancy approval for completeness and accuracy.

Requirements

At least one (1) to two (2) years of administrative, customer service, or housing related experience preferred.
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent certificate of completion.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to analyze and interpret program requirements and regulations.
Customer service-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.

Nice To Haves

Low-income residents in Montgomery County with the above qualifications are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Review and process Requests for Tenancy Approval (RFTAs) for completeness and accuracy.
Verify applicant/tenant, unit, and landlord information through internal systems.
Review inspection results for accuracy and compliance with program requirements.
Determine rent affordability using income calculations, utility allowances, and payment standards.
Complete rent reasonableness determinations using the Novogradac electronic database.
Calculate approved rent amounts in cases involving unaffordable or unreasonable rents.
Conduct rent negotiations with landlords when proposed rents exceed program limitations.
Communicate effectively with proprietors and program participants regarding program requirements and determinations.
Ensure all actions comply with program policies, HUD guidelines, and internal procedures.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in Yardi and external tracking systems.
Perform other related duties as assigned, including additional responsibilities related to RFTA processing.