Senior Affordable Housing Development Specialist

County of San Mateo; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

County of San Mateo Department of Housing seeks a Housing and Community Development Specialist III to advance affordable housing projects from predevelopment to permanent financing. You will manage loan portfolios, draft complex documents, and coordinate with city staff and agencies to support new construction and preservation of affordable housing.

The role emphasizes program management, regulatory compliance, and partnership building to serve vulnerable communities across San Mateo County.

Qualifications

• Requires strong program and project management skills.
• Requires excellent written and oral communication, including high-stakes negotiations.
• Ability to adapt to changing conditions with initiative and enthusiasm.
• Experience drafting complex loan documents and agreements.

Responsibilities

• Administering and underwriting affordable housing loans and investments.
• Negotiating terms with developers and overseeing monitoring and compliance.
• Managing NOFA/RFP processes and funding allocations.
• Developing and administering housing and community development programs and contracts.
• Designing and implementing compliance and asset management systems.

Skills

Program management

Public speaking

Negotiation

Flexibility

Legal document drafting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Job description

County of San Mateo Department of Housing seeks a Housing and Community Development Specialist III to advance affordable housing projects from predevelopment to permanent financing. You will manage loan portfolios, draft complex documents, and coordinate with city staff and agencies to support new construction and preservation of affordable housing.

The role emphasizes program management, regulatory compliance, and partnership building to serve vulnerable communities across San Mateo County.