HOUSING FINANCE OFFICER (RENTAL)

State of California

State of California

Accounting & Finance

Sacramento County, CA, USA

USD 8,630-10,747 / month

Posted on May 15, 2026

Job Posting: Multifamily Unit Loan Underwriting

CA Housing Finance Agency

JC-500556
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Multifamily Unit Loan Underwriting
HOUSING FINANCE OFFICER (RENTAL)

$8,630.00 - $10,747.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: Until Filled

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Housing Finance Chief, the Housing Finance Officer (Rental) oversees and supervises the work of the deal team in origination, underwriting, and presentations of affordable multifamily loans from the various CalHFA programs to the Senior Loan Committee and CalHFA Board of Directors. Upon loan approval, the Officer also oversees the closing of the loan, monitoring of the loan during the construction period, and ultimately successful transfer of the loan to Asset Management.

Next cut off dates for job application review: 04/30/2026.



To be considered for this position, candidate MUST meet the minimum qualifications as below and take the examination (Exam Code: EX-4182) for the Housing Finance Officer (Rental) classification.

Minimum Qualifications (Requirements for Admittance to the Exam)


Either I
Experience: 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, one year of which must have involved multiunit mortgage loan experience. (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 education.)

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Hybrid telework schedules are available. The amount of telework is at CalHFA’s discretion and is based on operational 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 free access to the gym located in the building.

CANDIDATES WHO ARE NEW TO STATE WILL START AT THE MINIMUM OF THE SALARY RANGE.

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Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-500556
Position #(s):
693-906-5451-XXX
Working Title:
Multifamily Unit Loan Underwriting
Classification:
HOUSING FINANCE OFFICER (RENTAL)
$8,630.00 - $10,747.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Week:
Monday - Friday

Department Information

CALIFORNIA HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY

MULTIFAMILY PROGRAMS DIVISION:

The Multifamily Programs Division provides loans that facilitate the development, and rehabilitation of affordable housing projects by partnering with localities as well as for-profit and nonprofit developers. The Multifamily Division consists of the Multifamily Lending Section and Asset Management Section. The Multifamily Programs Division also leverages or increases the purchasing power of, other funding sources, including funds from other state agencies, allocations from the California Debt Limit Allocation Committee (CDLAC), and the California Tax Credit Allocation Committee (CTCAC).

OUR VISION:
All Californians living in homes they can afford.
OUR MISSION:
Investing in diverse communities with financing programs that help more Californians have a place to call home.
Established in 1975, CalHFA was chartered as the state's affordable housing lender. Our Agency's Multifamily Division finances the development of affordable rental and our Single Family Division provides down payment assistance to low and moderate income first-time homebuyers. CalHFA is a completely self-supporting state agency that does not rely on taxpayer dollars for its operation 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.gov

Special 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. Resumes or other documents do not substitute the Employment Application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed Employment application will be disqualified.
Use these links to review the State Application Checklist and Supplemental Application checklist to help you understand how to complete a strong state application and address some frequently asked questions.

Application Instructions

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: Until Filled

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates 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

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

CA Housing Finance Agency
Aina Macapagal
Attn: Human Resources
500 Capitol Mall
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

CA Housing Finance Agency
Aina Macapagal
Human Resources
500 Capitol Mall
Sacramento, CA 95814
08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

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.
  • Other - Housing Finance Officer (Rental) Examination (EX-4182).

    To be considered for this job, you must establish list eligibility by completing and passing the examination for the Housing Finance Officer (Rental) classification. Candidates must be reachable on the eligible list before being selected for the recruitment. To review the detailed instructions and apply for the exam, please click the URL link above.


  • Supplemental Application - A response to the highlighted question below is required to be considered for this position. Failure to follow all instructions and provide a relevant response to the question below may disqualify an applicant from consideration. Resumes, cover letters, or general statements will not be accepted in place of the required response.

    Your Supplemental Application must:
    • Be in 12-point Times New Roman font, single-spaced
    • Be one (1) page in length
    • Include the highlighted question below in your response

    Please describe how your work experience and knowledge help you prepare for the Housing Finance Officer (Rental) examination
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Benefits

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

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.calhfa.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Aina Macapagal
(916) 326-8015
Aina.Macapagal@calhfa.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:
Christina Vinson
(916) 326-8011
Christina.Vinson@calhfa.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.

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.

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