$59,877 - $70,532 yearly
City of Takoma Park
Hybrid (Takoma Park, MD, USA)
The City of Takoma Park is seeking a Community Engagement Specialist to assist the Housing Division within the Housing & Community Development Department. The incumbent would investigate, mediate and resolve landlord-tenant issues, engage both tenants and landlords to understand the City of Takoma Park’s housing laws and resources, assist residents in accessing County and State resources, and participate in the administration of Housing Division programs. This position is subject to membership within the AFSCME union.
Typical duties include:
Resolving landlord-tenant disputes, including investigating complaints, mediation and resolution of matters involving tenants and landlord consistent with applicable laws;
Developing and maintaining relationships with tenants, tenant associations, landlords, brokers, agencies, referral sources, community organizations, and other key stakeholders;
Conducting outreach activities and developing systems for distributing...