What are the responsibilities and job description for the STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I position at Department of Housing & Community Development?
Under general direction of the Project Origination Branch Section Chief, in the Division of Federal Financial Assistance (DFFA), the Staff Services Manager I oversees and directs the work of professional analytical staff that administers a variety of federally funded Housing and Community Development programs including HOME, HOME-American Rescue Plan, and National Housing Trust Fund.
DFFA is primarily responsible for the design and implementation of federally funded affordable housing programs including the development of program guidelines detailing the use and requirements of federal funding programs, issuance of Notices of Funding Availability (NOFA), application review, underwriting, funding recommendations, loan closings, fund disbursement, project closeout, and monitoring.
Please Note: A Statement of Qualifications must be submitted along with your application in order to be considered for this position. Please see “special requirements” section for statement of qualifications 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 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.- STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Department Information
The mission of the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) is to promote safe, affordable homes and vibrant, inclusive, sustainable communities for all Californians. To learn more about HCD, please visit us at our website.
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.
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: 5/1/2025Who May Apply
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
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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.
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience with researching, understanding, interpreting, and articulating federal/state statue, regulations, and policies making appropriate recommendations for action
- Experience developing a new team.
- Experience evaluating and monitoring multifamily housing projects.
- Experience implementing and administering a state or federal funding program.
- Ability to work with all levels of staff and external stakeholders.
Benefits
Some added benefits HCD offers include: Flexible Work Hours, Telework Opportunities, Health, Dental & Vision Benefits, Paid Sick & Vacation, Retirement, Basic Group Term Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, 11 Paid Holidays, 401(k) & 457 plans, Military Leave, Student Loan Forgiveness, Long Term Care, Group Legal Services, and Reimbursement Accounts.
Effective July 1, 2024, HCD headquarters will be located at the May Lee State Office Complex (MLSOC), 651 Bannon Street, Sacramento CA 95811. The 17.3-acre site is designed to achieve zero net energy (ZNE) and zero net carbon (ZNC) through the use of State-purchased carbon-free green energy. Amenities will include various dining options, childcare center, fitness center, and much more!
For more details about employee benefits, visit the California Department of Human Resources 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 474783
(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
- Please describe the approach you take building successful partnerships with peers, supervisors and reporting staff. Why is your approach successful?
- Please describe in detail how your experience, educational background and qualifications have prepared you for this position.
Additional Information
To become 'list eligible' for consideration, interested candidates must successfully pass a civil service exam.
You may apply and take the exam online at CalCareers.
If you're new to the state application process please visit 3 Steps to a State Job.
Visit the SOQ Checklist for Candidates for tips on completing a Statement of Qualifications.
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).
For all hires effective January 1, 2024, HCD will conduct a pre-employment background check on new to HCD and returning to HCD candidates. HCD will consider qualified candidates with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if HCD is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage.
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.
