What are the responsibilities and job description for the HOUSING FINANCE DEPUTY ADMINISTRATOR position at State of Louisiana?
About This Job
Agency's Mission: The Louisiana Housing Corporation's mission is to ensure that every Louisiana resident is granted an opportunity to obtain safe, affordable, energy-efficient housing. We are transforming communities and changing lives. Each day, this ongoing challenge is met by a dedicated staff of professionals who allocate federal and state funds to help low-to-moderate-income citizens to make their housing dreams a reality.
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Housing Finance Deputy Administrator to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring strong financial expertise, proven leadership skills, and a commitment to supporting sustainable, equitable housing initiatives. This role is responsible for overseeing financial operations, managing complex housing budgets, analyzing funding opportunities, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing strategic guidance to support long-term program success.
Minimum Qualifications
Eight years of experience in multi-family loan processing, residential lending, or property appraisal; housing block grants work, compliance programs, urban or regional planning, public housing management, financial management in a Section 8 program, or administrative services; OR
Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus five years of experience in multi-family loan processing, residential lending, or property appraisal; housing block grants work, compliance programs, urban or regional planning, public housing management, financial management in a Section 8 program, or administrative services; OR
A bachelor's degree plus five years of experience in multi-family loan processing, residential lending, or property appraisal; housing block grants work, compliance programs, urban or regional planning, public housing management, financial management in a Section 8 program, or administrative services; OR
An advanced degree in business or public administration, economics, finance, accounting, marketing, or quantitative business analysis plus four years of experience in multi-family loan processing, residential lending, or property appraisal; housing block grants work, compliance programs, urban or regional planning, public housing management, financial management in a Section 8 program, or administrative services.
Experience Substitution:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties:
Job Duties and Other Information
Appointment Type: Probational or Job Appointment
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. *
All candidates for hire must undergo a drug screening and complete a background screening.
This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Louisiana Housing Corporation
2415 Quail Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Human Resources Department
hr@lhc.la.gov
Louisiana Housing Corporation is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. LHC does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a State Employee, You Will Earn Competitive Pay, Choose From a Variety Of Benefits, And Have Access To a Great Professional Development Program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
Retirement – State Of Louisiana Employees Are Eligible To Participate In Various Retirement Systems (based On The Type Of Appointment And Agency For Which An Employee Works). These Retirement Systems Provide Retirement Allowances And Other Benefits For State Officers And Employees And Their Beneficiaries. State Retirement Systems May Include (but Are Not Limited To):
Agency's Mission: The Louisiana Housing Corporation's mission is to ensure that every Louisiana resident is granted an opportunity to obtain safe, affordable, energy-efficient housing. We are transforming communities and changing lives. Each day, this ongoing challenge is met by a dedicated staff of professionals who allocate federal and state funds to help low-to-moderate-income citizens to make their housing dreams a reality.
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Housing Finance Deputy Administrator to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring strong financial expertise, proven leadership skills, and a commitment to supporting sustainable, equitable housing initiatives. This role is responsible for overseeing financial operations, managing complex housing budgets, analyzing funding opportunities, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing strategic guidance to support long-term program success.
Minimum Qualifications
Eight years of experience in multi-family loan processing, residential lending, or property appraisal; housing block grants work, compliance programs, urban or regional planning, public housing management, financial management in a Section 8 program, or administrative services; OR
Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus five years of experience in multi-family loan processing, residential lending, or property appraisal; housing block grants work, compliance programs, urban or regional planning, public housing management, financial management in a Section 8 program, or administrative services; OR
A bachelor's degree plus five years of experience in multi-family loan processing, residential lending, or property appraisal; housing block grants work, compliance programs, urban or regional planning, public housing management, financial management in a Section 8 program, or administrative services; OR
An advanced degree in business or public administration, economics, finance, accounting, marketing, or quantitative business analysis plus four years of experience in multi-family loan processing, residential lending, or property appraisal; housing block grants work, compliance programs, urban or regional planning, public housing management, financial management in a Section 8 program, or administrative services.
Experience Substitution:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties:
Job Duties and Other Information
- Serve as program director for evaluating and ensuring compliance with all HOME Program Initiatives for the Corporation, which includes federal compliance guidelines; assist and offer guidance on the Corporation's policies and guidelines for planning and implementation of various housing programs administered by the State; advise and make an eligibility determination for compliance with terms of the programs and Agency Policy. Oversees housing projects that utilize any of the HOME funding sources.
- Administers the nonprofits with compliance, regulations, and financial policies; assists and recommends acquisition and rehabilitation of new construction of rental housing; and with rehab, property management, and finance as appropriate in project development and implementation; interacts with Municipal representatives and their professionals as well as HUD in the administration of HOME CHDO Programs.
- Participates in Agency general corporate activities relating to staffing, budgeting, etc., and meets with officers in both profit and nonprofit housing development organizations to provide financing and technical assistance to make projects economically feasible.
- Develops policies, procedures, training tools, and program manuals relating to monitoring.
- Research legal and policy issues as needed, and provide assistance to other monitors as needed.
- Ensure supervisors have a thorough knowledge of program requirements as well as knowledge of peripheral governmental housing regulations; remain informed on changes and educate, train, and direct staff to implement regulations and new changes; maintain constant oversight of program requirements by monitoring all housing units for health, safety, and maintenance to ensure clean, decent, and affordable housing is provided to the tenants; ensure non-compliance issues are identified, and follow-up is provided timely; review and provide statistical data on standardized reports for Federal Regulatory Agencies and for Board Meetings; and assess records and reconcile compliance fees for submission to the Accounting Department.
- Coordinates various specific areas of housing development with local community officials, financial institutions, the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, the US Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, and other departments and divisions to effectively evaluate programs to assure appropriate coordination with other agencies.
- Participate in Corporation general activities such as staffing, budgeting, etc.; direct lower-level staff in regard to meetings with external organizations to provide technical assistance, and meet with individuals and entities such as developers, federal, state, or local officials, and other housing and community development leaders formulating policy, planning, and strategies for initiatives to address the state’s housing needs and problems.
Appointment Type: Probational or Job Appointment
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. *
All candidates for hire must undergo a drug screening and complete a background screening.
This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Louisiana Housing Corporation
2415 Quail Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Human Resources Department
hr@lhc.la.gov
Louisiana Housing Corporation is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. LHC does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a State Employee, You Will Earn Competitive Pay, Choose From a Variety Of Benefits, And Have Access To a Great Professional Development Program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
- Mardi Gras,
- Good Friday,
- Memorial Day,
- Independence Day,
- Labor Day,
- Veteran's Day,
- Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
- Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
Retirement – State Of Louisiana Employees Are Eligible To Participate In Various Retirement Systems (based On The Type Of Appointment And Agency For Which An Employee Works). These Retirement Systems Provide Retirement Allowances And Other Benefits For State Officers And Employees And Their Beneficiaries. State Retirement Systems May Include (but Are Not Limited To):
- Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
- Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
- Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others