Job Description

Job Description and Duties

At HCD, we are dedicated to fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. If you’re interested in promoting safe, affordable, sustainable communities for all Californians, HCD is the place for you. By joining our team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community while working along passionate professionals.

Under the general direction of the Section Chief (Staff Services Manager II) of the Climate Investments Branch of the Division of State Financial Assistance (DSFA), the Housing and Community Development Specialist (HCDS II)  is independently responsible for conducting complex research, development of program policy recommendations, drafting program guidelines, preparing complex Notices of Funding Availability (NOFA), funding applications, and other program materials, and analysis of programmatic and housing data within state funded affordable housing and infrastructure funding programs. The HCDS II serves as a subject-matter expert resource to staff, working collaboratively in the unit to lead program design and implementation efforts.

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 up to 3 days per week.

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Working Conditions

• Up to 5% overnight travel throughout the state may be required.

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.

E m ployment 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 cleared prior to being hired.

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

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:

• Strong analytical, communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of general housing trends and basic finance principles.
• Knowledge and practical experience with affordable housing underwriting, NOFA’s, application review, processes and procedures, and loan closing documents involved in real property transactions.
• Experience with analysis of legislation, statute and guidelines.
• Ability to effectively deal with governmental agencies and private sector organizations.
• Public speaking skills and experience in conducting training seminars.
• Experience providing training using various formats.
• Experience completing research for data and reporting requests.
• Competency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access), use of various software, database systems and technology.
• Experience working in an HCD Rep II classification or higher, or it’s equivalency.
• Strong project management skills and or relevant experience.

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 

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 exceed two pages, single-spaced, Arial 12-point font and address the following:

1. P lease describe your housing, finance and/or underwriting work experience, including time and descriptions of tasks, that would assist in your success as a Program Specialist. How would these skills qualify you in assisting in the implementation of an HCD program? Please include examples which highlight the desirable qualifications listed for this recruitment.
2. Describe your experience conducting research, collecting, and analyzing programmatic and housing data to create reporting, training documents, and project management tools. Describe specific documents, presentations, or trainings you have drafted, conducted, and/or authored.

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

Visit the  SOQ Checklist for Candidates for tips on completing a Statement of Qualifications.

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 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.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Permanent employment, Full time, Work experience placement, Remote job, Flexible hours, Night shift, 3 days per week,

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