Senior Housing Development Finance Specialist - Hybrid

Job Description and Duties

This recruitment is for five positions: three Housing and Community Development Specialist (HCDS) II positions and two HCDS I positions. Applicants must clearly indicate on their application which classification(s) they wish to be considered for.

Note: Effective July 1, 2025, a 3% salary reduction is in place under the Personal Leave Program (PLP), with 5 hours of Personal Leave Credit earned monthly in exchange. This program is subject to change based on union agreements and state budget policy.

The positions are located in Sacramento.

The positions are for the new Housing Development and Finance Committee (HDFC) within the California Housing and Homelessness Agency (CHHA). The HDFC's mission is to streamline California’s affordable housing finance system by offering a single application and unified timeline across multiple funding programs, coordinating asset management and compliance, enhancing public transparency, and securing policy decisions and appeals within a public forum.

The Senior Housing Development Finance Specialist is responsible for independently and collaboratively conducting high-level policy research, planning, programmatic delivery, and program evaluation related to integrated state-funded multifamily housing programs across a spectrum of policy priority areas. The position plays a leading role in designing and implementing HDFC's single application affordable housing finance system in collaboration with other State agencies. The position requires the ability to deliver independent analysis and recommendations on housing development finance policy, statute, programs, and project level budgets and information. This position will help to design, implement, review applications for funding, and make recommendations for HDFC’s single application financing process.

The role requires an understanding of affordable multifamily housing development finance. Collaboration with other HDFC staff and leaders, as well as with other HDFC member groups is critical in this role. As part of the team standing up HDFC, you will be in a fast paced and collaborative environment working to implement streamlining of the affordable housing finance system in California.

Please Note: A Statement of Qualifications must be submitted along with your application in order to be considered for this position. Please see Statement of Qualifications section below for instructions.

Under California Government Code Section 14200, this position is eligible for hybrid telework and may be eligible for full-time remote work in some circumstances and/or time-periods, at the sole discretion of the Department. Telework-eligible applicants must reside in California. Headquarter location will be designated based on the selected candidate's primary residence location. This is subject to change if HCD's criteria is met.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST II
• HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST I

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-514172

Position #(s):

401-282-9037-XXX

Working Title:

Senior Housing Development Finance Specialist - Hybrid

Classification:

HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST II
$7,276.00 - $9,107.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Shall Consider:

HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST I

$6,623.00 - $8,290.00

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

HCD helps to provide stable, safe homes affordable to veterans, seniors, young families, farm workers, tribes, people with disabilities, and individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

Our Vision

Every California resident can live, work, and play in healthy communities of opportunity.

What We Do

HCD does not manage properties or place individuals in affordable housing. For assistance, please contact a person in your local community who helps people who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

Our Commitment to Diversity

HCD values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment in which employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. HCD believes the diversity of our employees and their unique ideas inspire innovative solutions to further our mission. Join HCD and help us improve the lives of all Californians.

Department Website: https://www.hcd.ca.gov/

Special Requirements



Confidentiality

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Employment Application (STD.678)

It is a requirement to submit work experience, dates, and hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD. 678 will not be considered.

HCD Disclosure Requirements

Selected candidates may be subject to rules imposed by a Conflict of Interest Code that apply to HCD employees, which may require filing a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700).

HCD conducts pre-employment background checks on all new to HCD or returning to HCD candidates. This position requires a background check to be conducted in California and cleared prior to being hired.

HCD utilizes the federal E-Verify system to verify employment authorization in the United States. For additional information, please visit the E-Verify website .

Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 4/17/2026
Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Housing & Community Development

Postal

Attn: Hiring Unit | JC-514172

P.O. Box 952050

Sacramento , CA 94252-2050

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Housing & Community Development

Drop-Off

HCD Hiring Unit | JC-514172

651 Bannon Street (Lobby)

Sacramento , CA 95811

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -
  Please refer to the Statement of Qualifications section below for additional requirements .
  

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Experience working with and/or understanding of affordable housing development, including affordable housing finance.
• Experience as a project manager, leading teams and project initiatives that may include project planning tools, task management, collaboration, time management, problem solving, organizing successful work projects.
• Experience working with California State government and local housing policy, including the legislative process for affordable housing and/or housing development
• Experience and the ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with diverse stakeholder groups, including government agencies, affordable housing developers, and/or local service providers and community-based organizations.
• Experience analyzing data to prepare materials such as policy briefs, papers, presentations and technical assistance documents that promote safe, affordable homes and vibrant, inclusive, sustainable communities for all Californians.

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits and flexible opportunities:

• Excellent health, dental and vision benefits for employee/employee’s family
• 401k program
• Flexible Schedules
• Hybrid telework
• Alternate Work Week Schedule options
• Paid Holidays and vacation/leave
• Tax-advantaged savings and spending accounts
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Investment in your training and development

HCD’s Sacramento Headquarters’ building also offers:

• Convenient transportation options, including light-rail and pre-tax parking
• Free On-site Gym
• On-site Childcare
• On-site Café, Deli, and Grill
• On-site ATM

For more details about employee benefits, visit the California Department of Human Resources Benefits Website .

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.hcd.ca.gov/

Hiring Unit Contact:
Hiring Unit | JC 514172
(916) 263-6735
Hiring@hcd.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Medical Management Unit
(916) 263-6735
Medical.Management@hcd.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Statement of Qualifications

Interested individuals must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) in addition to the standard state application (form STD 678). Your SOQ will be considered the first interview for this position. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of the SOQ. When completing the SOQ, number your responses, include all relevant experience, education, and training, as applicable, and explain all answers thoroughly. Your SOQ should not excee d two pages, single-spaced, Arial 12-point font and address the following:

Provide at least one idea to further improve the State’s affordable housing finance system.Please describe what skills and experiences you offer that are critical to the successful launch and implementation of HDFC.

Note: Applicants who do not follow these instructions may be disqualified from the selection process.

Visit th e SO Q Checklist for Candidates for tip s on completing a Statement of Qualifications.

Additional Information

Click on the following link to complete a department recruitment survey: Recruitment Survey .

To become 'list eligible' for consideration, interested candidates must successfully pass a civil service exam.

You may apply and take the exam online at HCDS II CalCareers or HCDS I CalCareers .

If you're new to the state application process please visit 3 Steps to a State Job .

All information regarding your employment history must be included on the State Employment Application STD. 678. Applications that are submitted blank or with “see resume” in place of duties performed or applications received without the following information for each job entry will be considered incomplete and will not be accepted:

• "To" and "from" dates (month/day/year)
• Hours worked per week
• Private sector job titles
• Supervisor name and phone number
• Job duties performed
• State employees must list the specific departments for which they worked and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles)

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Closing Date/Time: 4/17/2026

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• CA Department of Housing & Community Development

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