HOUSING FINANCE OFFICER (SINGLE FAMILY)

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:

• Work experience with mortgage lending, housing finance, land development, land use planning, and/or land use economics.
• Experience implementing or administering State or Local housing or community development programs
• Experience designing new housing or community development programs based on specific policy goals and objectives.
• Experience with program/project planning
• Strong communication & analytical skills
• Experience providing training and guidance to team members
• You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions: Hybrids telework schedules are available. The amount of telework is at CalHFA's discretion. IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE WILL BE REQUIRED WEEKLY.CalHFA is a high-rise building conveniently located in downtown Sacramento with access to public transportation (light rail and bus) and freeways (I-5, 99, and Business 80). It is a block from Downtown Commons (DOCO), the Golden 1 Center, many restaurants and shopping. CalHFA employees also have access to an on-site ATM and gym located in the building. Candidates who are new to state service will be placed at the minimum of the salary range.

Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employers in the U.S. CalHFA is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa. CalHFA does not participate in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Optional Practical Training extension program (STEM OPT).

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information: California Housing Finance AgencyDIVISION DESCRIPTION: The California Housing Finance Agency's (CalHFA) Single Family Division works to help low to moderate income homebuyers purchase homes in California via the financing of first mortgages and down payment assistance.

OUR VISION: Every Californian can build a thriving life in a stable home.

OUR MISSION: Deliver reliable financing solutions to advance housing opportunities for Californians. For 50 years, the California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA) has supported the needs of low- and moderate-income renters and homebuyers by providing financing and programs with a focus on equity. Established in 1975, CalHFA was chartered as the state's affordable housing lender. The Agency's Multifamily Lending Division finances affordable rental housing through collaborations with developers, local, state, and federal government partners, and more, while its Single-Family Division partners with a preferred lender network to provide first-time homebuyers with down payment and closing cost assistance and access to first mortgage loans. CalHFA is a self-supported state agency that doesn't rely on taxpayers' dollars for its operational costs but regularly administers various state and federal resources on behalf of the state. At CalHFA, we embrace a culture that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive for everyone by building an organization that is as diverse as the communities we serve. CalHFA believes that diversity provides a competitive advantage, strengthens our innovative capacity, and enhances our ability to succeed and grow. CalHFA has held its certification as a Great Place To Work® since 2021. Join us in helping more Californians to have a place to call home. Department Website: https://www.calhfa.ca.govSpecial Requirements The Employment History section on the STD 678 (Employment Application) must be complete and include accurate dates, hours per week, total time worked, duties performed, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Applicants who fail to submit a thoroughly completed Employment Application will be disqualified. Resumes or other documents do not substitute the Employment Application. Only the most qualified applicants will be invited to an interview. Use these links to review the State Application Checklist and SOQ checklist to help you understand how to complete a strong state application and address some frequently asked questions. To be considered for this job, you must satisfy one of the following requirements:

BE LIST ELIGIBLE: Pass the State civil service examination for the Housing Finance Officer (Single Family) classificationBE TRANSFER ELIGIBLE: Have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable (employees who wish to be considered based on transfer eligibility must meet the minimum qualifications of the classification per DPA Rule 250)BE REINSTATEMENT ELIGIBLE: Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable.

Benefits: Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Housing Finance Officer (Single Family): Either I One year of experience in the mortgage operations of the California Housing Finance Agency at a level of responsibility equivalent to that of a Housing Finance Specialist. Or II Experience: Five years of mortgage loan experience, including one year of responsibility at the management level in a commercial bank, mortgage bank, savings and loan association, State housing finance agency, or in a closely related institution. (A Master's Degree in Planning, Economics, Business, Government, Finance or a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience.) and Education: Equivalent to graduation from college, preferably with a degree in urban planning, economics, business, government, finance or a related field. (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on the basis of one year of experience equals two years of college education.)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.