C. E. A.

State of California; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 12.000 - 14.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health benefits

Dental and Vision

401k program

Flexible schedules

Hybrid telework

Alternate Work Week

Paid Holidays

Vacation/leave

Tax-advantaged accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Training and development

Zusammenfassung

Department of Housing & Community Development seeks a strategic Chief Financial Officer to steer fiscal management, budgeting, bond forecasting and accounting functions. You will report to the COO and guide policy formulation and financial strategy across the department.

The role requires strong leadership, knowledge of GAAP/GASB and public administration, with hybrid telework and a path to influence statewide housing programs and financial operations.

Qualifikationen

• Knowledge of GAAP, GASB, FI$CAL and public administration practices.
• Ability to plan, direct and coordinate multidisciplinary staff.
• Experience advising top executives on administrative matters.

Aufgaben

• Direct and oversee budgetary, bond management, loan forecasting and accounting functions.
• Develop strategy and policy direction in line with the department's goals.
• Lead and develop professional and administrative staff across divisions.

Kenntnisse

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Policy development

Public administration

Jobbeschreibung

Department of Housing & Community Development

JC-533416 - Chief Financial Officer

$12,131.00 - $14,453.00 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: 10/9/2026

Note: Effective July 1, 2025, a 3% salary reduction is in place under the Personal Leave Program (PLP), with 5 hours of Personal Leave Credit earned monthly in exchange. This program is subject to change based on union agreements and state budget policy.

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 Chief Operating Officer, the Chief Financial Officer directs and executes strategy and policy development in support of the overall business and strategic direction of the Department, specifically within the Fiscal Management and Accounting Branches in the budgetary, bond management, loan forecasting, and accounting functions.

Minimum Requirements

This position does not have a Classification Specification. Requirements and qualifications for this position can be found in this announcement. For additional questions, please contact the hiring department listed below.

• C. E. A.

# of Positions: 1

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Career Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, Full Time

Department Information

HCD helps to provide stable, safe homes affordable to veterans, seniors, young families, farm workers, tribes, people with disabilities, and individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

Our Vision

Every California resident can live, work, and play in healthy communities of opportunity.

What We Do

HCD does not manage properties or place individuals in affordable housing. For assistance, please contact a person in your local community who helps people who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

Our Commitment to Diversity

HCD values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment in which employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. HCD believes the diversity of our employees and their unique ideas inspire innovative solutions to further our mission. Join HCD and help us improve the lives of all Californians.

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.

Employment 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 conducted in California and cleared prior to being hired. HCD utilizes the federal E-Verify system to verify employment authorization in the United States. For additional information, please visit the E-Verify website.

Examination Qualification Requirements

All applicants must possess the knowledge and abilities, and any other requirements, described in this announcement. Note: Eligibility to take a CEA examination does not require current permanent status in the civil service.

General Qualifications

State civil service employees must possess essential general qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, and ability to work cooperatively with others.

Knowledge and Abilities

Applicants must demonstrate the ability to perform high administrative and policy – influencing functions effectively. Such overall ability requires possession of most of the following more specific knowledge and abilities:

• Knowledge of the organization and functions of California State Government including the organization and practices of the Legislature and the Executive Branch; principles, practices, and trends of public administration, organization, and management; techniques of organizing and motivating groups; program development and evaluation; methods of administrative problem solving; principles and practices of policy formulation and development; and personnel management techniques; the department’s or agency’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program objectives; and a manager’s role in the Equal Employment Opportunity Program.
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of multidisciplinary professional and administrative staff; analyze administrative policies, organization, procedures and practices; integrate the activities of a diverse program to attain common goals; gain the confidence and support of top level administrators and advise them on a wide range of administrative matters; develop cooperative working relationships with representatives of all levels of government, the public, and the Legislature and Executive branches; analyze complex problems and recommend effective courses of action; and prepare and review reports; and effectively contribute to the department’s or agency’s Equal Employment Opportunity objectives.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in applying the principles, practices, and trends of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), FI$CAL, and public administration.
• Experience in exercising leadership and motivating managers while managing and resolving conflicts in a positive and constructive manner.
• Experience in understanding and appropriately applying procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise; understanding linkages between administrative competencies and mission needs.
• Experience in creating and sustaining an organizational culture which encourages others to provide the quality of service essential to high performance.
• Experience in developing new insights into situations, applying innovative solutions to make organizational improvements with the ability to adjust rapidly to new situations warranting attention and resolution.

Examination Information

The examination process will consist of a Statement of Qualifications evaluation. The Statement of Qualifications will be used to evaluate your education and experience and will also serve as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing since this is a critical factor to successful job performance.

The Statement of Qualifications will be the only basis for your final score and rank on the eligible list.

Please refer to the "Statement of Qualifications" section below for instructions. Failure to follow instructions may result in disqualification.

If you meet the requirements stated in this announcement, you may take this competitive examination. Possession of the Examination Qualifications requirements does not assure a place on the eligible list. Your performance in the examination will be compared with the performance of others who take this examination, and all successful candidates will be ranked according to their scores.

A minimum rating of 70% must be attained in the Examination to obtain list eligibility for this position. All candidates will receive written notification of their examination results.

The results of this examination will only be used to fill this position. Applications will be retained for twelve months.

Hiring interviews for the Job may be conducted with the most qualified candidates.

The examining Department reserves the right to revise the examination plan to better meet the needs of the service, if the circumstances under which this examination was planned change. Such revision will be in accordance with civil service law and rules and all competitors will be notified.

Special Testing Arrangements

If you have a disability and need special testing arrangements, answer the Reasonable Accommodations question appropriately on your Application (STD 678). You will be contacted to make specific arrangements. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this announcement.

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

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

Department Website: https://www.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 (RA Requests)
[phone]
[e-mail]

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

Candidates must respond to each desirable qualification below. Resumes, cover letters, or any other documents cannot substitute the SOQ. When completing the SOQ, specify relevant experience, education, timeframes, and provide specific examples. Incomplete or missing responses to the information requested may negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications.

Responses must not exceed three (3) pages, must use 12-point font, and must be organized and numbered in the order provided below:

• Describe your experience applying the principles, practices, and trends of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), FI$CAL, and public administration.
• Describe your experience exercising leadership and motivating managers while managing and resolving conflicts in a positive and constructive manner.
• Describe your experience understanding and appropriately applying procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise; understanding linkages between administrative competencies and mission needs.
• Describe your experience creating and sustaining an organizational culture which encourages others to provide the quality of service essential to high performance.
• Describe your experience developing new insights into situations, applying innovative solutions to make organizational improvements with the ability to adjust rapidly to new situations warranting attention and resolution.

Additional Information

Click on the following link to complete a department recruitment survey: Recruitment Survey .

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.