Under direction of the Housing Finance Officer (R), the Housing Finance Specialist is responsible for assisting in Multifamily Loan Production and independently performs technical and analytical work necessary to facilitate a larger number of loan closings on multifamily rental projects.
Next cut off date for job application review: 5 /15/2026 To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications listed below and take the Housing Finance Specialist (Rental) examination (EX-4329) .Minimum Qualifications
(Requirements for admittance into the exam)
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 Associate.
Or II
Experience: Three years of experience performing technical work in the field of mortgage underwriting which must have included underwriting for multiunit projects (at least 100 units). (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 in 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.)
Hybrid telework schedules are available. The amount of telework is at CalHFA's discretion and is based on operation needs. IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE WILL BE REQUIRED WEEKLY.
Our office is in 500 Capitol Mall , 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 one block from Downtown Commons (DOCO), the Golden 1 Center, and many restaurants. Employees also have access to an ATM, Panera Bread, bike lockers, and a gym, all located in the building.
Candidates who are new to state service will be placed at the minimum of the salary range.
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