What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Housing Development Finance Specialist - Hybrid position at California Department of Housing & Community Development?
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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.
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/
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 .
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:
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.
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/
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 .
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 .
Salary : $7,276 - $9,107