NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development

EOD Clerical Support

NEW YORK, NYPosted a month ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development

  • Job overview

    The EOD Clerical Support role at NYC HPD supports contract management within the Emergency Operations and Enhanced Enforcement Division, contributing to community development programs.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves managing contract actions, using PASSPort and FMS systems for data entry and retrieval, preparing documents, communicating with vendors, evaluating contract information, and assisting with special projects.

  • Experience and skills

    Requires high school diploma or equivalent with three years of related community work experience or equivalent education/experience; preferred skills include procurement processing, vendor responsibility assessment, proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, good communication, teamwork, and insurance document evaluation.

  • Work environment and culture

    The agency values diversity, inclusion, and a discrimination-free work environment, committed to affordable housing and neighborhood strength in NYC.

  • Company information

    NYC HPD promotes affordable housing and neighborhood diversity, managing a $22 billion housing investment to address homelessness, housing instability, and economic mobility.

  • Team overview

    The candidate will join the Office of Enforcement and Neighborhood Services, specifically the Emergency Operations and Enhanced Enforcement Division, which collaborates across divisions to improve building conditions and compliance.

  • Unique job features

    The position involves working within a major city agency focused on housing enforcement and community development, using specialized city procurement systems and contributing to significant housing initiatives.

Company overview

The NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development (HPD) is the largest municipal housing agency in the United States, dedicated to promoting the construction and preservation of affordable housing in New York City. HPD makes money through a combination of federal, state, and city funding, as well as through partnerships with private developers. Founded in 1978, HPD plays a crucial role in implementing housing policies, enforcing the Housing Maintenance Code, and ensuring the quality and safety of the city's housing stock. The agency's initiatives include affordable housing programs, tenant protection services, and community development projects.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight your experience managing contract actions and familiarity with procurement processes, emphasizing skills in handling requisitions and contract registrations as outlined in the job description.

  • Focus on demonstrating your proficiency with PASSPort and FMS information systems, as well as your ability to prepare professional correspondence and manage vendor communications effectively.

  • Apply through multiple platforms including the NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application's reach and visibility.

  • Connect with current employees in the Emergency Operations and Enhanced Enforcement Division on LinkedIn; initiate conversations by referencing recent HPD initiatives or asking about the challenges and goals of the EOD division.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'contract management,' 'procurement,' 'PASSPort,' 'vendor communication,' and 'contract registration' to ensure your resume passes initial automated screenings.

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