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Job Description and Duties 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. 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. Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies. This position is eligible for full-time telework under California Government Code Section 14200. Under general direction, the Housing and Community Development Specialist I, will work independently with a high level of responsibility conducting research, performing analysis, and developing policy and program recommendations for consideration by executives. Research is conducted on the most critical and sensitive issues that impact housing, which may include implementing and enforcing state housing laws including, but not limited to, State Density Bonus Law, Housing Element Law, Accessory Dwelling Unit Laws, the Surplus Land Act, State Preservation Noticing Law,the Housing Accountability Act, the Housing Crisis Act, and Streamlined Ministerial Approval (SB 35). Serve as a conduit between the Division and a wide variety of external stakeholders. Incumbent must possess political sensitivity to exercise judgement on when it is appropriate to engage a sensitive topic. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST I Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-362522 Position #(s): 401-310-9035-XXX Working Title: Telework Option - Housing Policy Specialist Classification: HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST I $6,061.00 - $7,587.00 # of Positions: Multiple Work Location: Sacramento County Job Type: Permanent, Full Time 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: http://www.hcd.ca.gov . HCD is headquartered in Natomas just North of Downtown Sacramento in a state of the art ‘green’ building directly off Interstate 5 (I-5). Featuring free parking and fully equipped pay-per-charge electric vehicle charging stations, HCD is situated close to many dining and shopping choices and is a short drive to Downtown, the State Capitol, the Golden 1 Center and Old Sacramento. HCD is family friendly and situated in close proximity to the Napa Valley, San Francisco, Lake Tahoe, and other desirable destinations. Department Website: https://www.hcd.ca.gov/ Special Requirements Confidentiality Do not include any co nfidential 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. Resume’s or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD. 678 will not be considered. Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) Interested individuals must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) in addition to the standard state application (form STD 678). Your SOQ will be considered the first interview for this position. If your qualifications are competitive, you will be invited to a formal interview. Resumes, cover letters, or any other documents cannot substitute the SOQ. When completing the SOQ, you must include each numbered prompt below, followed by your corresponding response to each number; include all relevant experience, education, and training, as applicable, and explain all answers thoroughly. Your SOQ should not exceed two pages, must be single-spaced, Arial 12-point font and address the following: Please describe your experience in the entitlement and permitting phases of local government development review of affordable and/or market-rate housing projects - usually either as a municipal planner, consultant, or representative of a housing project applicant. Please describe your experience drafting, referencing, analyzing, or interpreting state housing or planning statutes, City or County codes, General Plans, or Specific Plans. Please describe your direct experience, if any, with housing element preparation or analysis. Considering this duty statement, please describe any special or unique qualifications or attributes you have that would contribute to your ability to serve successfully in this position. Please provide details of your professional strengths and soft skills not included on your application or resume. 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). 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: 4/19/2023 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). 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: Department of Housing & Community Development Attn: Hiring Unit | JC 362522 P.O. Box 952050 Sacramento , CA 94252-2050 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Housing & Community Development Hiring Unit | JC 362522 2020 W. El Camino Ave. (Lobby) Sacramento , CA 95833 08:00 AM - 05:00 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 required and must be included. Other - Cover Letter Statement of Qualifications - Please see Statement of Qualifications section. 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. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: Experience in the entitlement and permitting phases of local government development review of affordable and/or market rate housing projects - either as a municipal planner, consultant, or representative of a housing project applicant. Experience referencing, analyzing, and interpreting state statutes and/or municipal codes, ideally to determine consistency of a housing project with those statutes or codes. Experience with housing element preparation or analysis. Experience communicating (written, verbal, and inter-personal) and presenting to a variety of stakeholders. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Experience with the areas of California State government or other policy making practices including the legislative process. Education or experience in planning, public policy, public administration, or other housing and community development topics, or coursework in policy analysis, statistics, urban planning, or land use. Benefits HCD employees are eligible for a number of benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most permanent, full-time employees and some permanent, part-time employees. Benefit eligibility may depend on length of service and may be subject to collective bargaining agreements, which are contracts negotiated between the State of California and employee organizations that define employees' wages, hours, and conditions of employment. Some added benefits HCD offers include: Flexible Work Hours, Telework Opportunities, Free Parking, 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. 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 362522 (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 (RA Requests) (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. Additional Information Click on the following link to complete a department recruitment survey: Recruitment Survey . 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 Please view the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) YouTube video titled "Basics of Writing a Strong Statement of Qualifications" for instructions on completing an SOQ. Basics of Writing a Strong Statement of Qualifications If you're new to the state application process please visit 3 Steps to a State Job . 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. Closing Date/Time: 4/19/2023

The Position The list developed from this recruitment will be used for a limited period to fill open and promotional, regular full-time, and part-time positions in a variety of departments, service areas, and locations throughout the County, should they occur. Pursuant to current bargaining unit agreements, employees regularly assigned to the coastal region or in Covelo are eligible to receive a 5% assignment premium . Under general supervision, performs a variety of responsible, complex, professional responsibilities related to a variety of programs; develops, implements, and maintains various programs, including identifying needs; developing programs; making presentations; acting as the technical program expert; providing customer service to client participants of the program; and performing other complex program related work. BHRS - Mental Health Services Act: The position is needed to provide support as the mandated Patients Rights Advocate and provides support for Mental Health Services Act with grant deliverables. Social Services - Family & Children’s Services: This position performs a variety of complex program analyst duties to support meeting federal, state and local mandates, but will primarily be conducting case reviews to provide quality assurance to ensure program compliance with laws and regulations. Social Services - Adult & Aging Services: This position is responsible for the reporting and compliance requirements of the Bringing Families Home program and Family Homelessness Challenges grant. Bilingual English/Spanish encouraged to apply. Se buscan personas bilingües en inglés y español. Para recibir una solicitud en español, llame a Recursos Humanos al 234-6600. Job Requirements and Minimum Qualifications Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of a program; identify program needs; draft and monitor program goals; ensures proper allocation of resources; and conduct training sessions. Analyze new and revised legislation, which govern program area in order to determine impact upon operations. Evaluate existing operations and procedures within an assigned program area. Oversee and/or conduct studies to collect data and make recommendations for procedural or organizational changes; plan and implement program changes with required resources. Develop and review departmental policies and procedures to ensure compliance with State and federal legislation, regulations, and directives. Prepares and monitors the program budget and work plans, including reviewing project budgets, reviewing billing statements, and authorizing payments. Tracks progress of clients and performs follow up visits; ensures and maintains the confidentiality of health information on clients; audits records to ensure program compliance with quality of care; maintains ongoing support and contact with clients. Research, apply for, and manage grants and grant funding sources; prepare and manage program related contracts and MOUs. Compose, organize, and revise program reports, policies, and procedure manuals; plan and coordinate the development of new and revised programs, contracts, and interagency agreements with department staff, other County departments, and community agencies. Act as technical expert and resource person to staff regarding program policies and procedures; facilitates group process, mediation, and negotiation functions. Research, analyze, and prepare recommendations regarding special projects. Act as department liaison with various agencies and departments on issues concerning the program(s); may serve as departmental representative on various committees and at meetings. Attend meetings with various community and volunteer groups; coordinate and schedule presentations; advertise program services. Participates in staff and professional meetings to discuss progress and conduct program planning. Prepare and submit various mandated financial, operational, and statistical reports. Perform related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Education and Experience: One year of experience comparable to that of a Program Specialist II or; a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a degree in public or business administration or a closely related field AND two years of progressively responsible experience comparable to that of a Program Specialist I. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on the basis of two years of experience for one year of education. A Master's or doctorial degree in Public or Business Administration, or field related to area of assignment, may be substituted for up to two years of the required experience. Licenses and Certifications: Valid State Driver's License Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of Functions, principles, and operation of public administration programs. Applicable state, federal, and local ordinances, laws, rules and regulations and legislative issues; with particular emphasis on compliance requirements and funding allocations. Available sources of public assistance program laws, legislation, rules, and regulations. Principles of planning, organization, research, and analysis. Interviewing techniques Grant writing and application processes. Community resources and health education techniques. Setting and obtaining program goals. Principles of training and development. Skill in and Ability to: Analyzing, evaluating and diagnosing situations and adopt effective courses of action. Interpreting new and revised regulations and projecting probable impacts to the program. Developing, revising, and implementing departmental operating polices and procedures. Defining organizational, procedural, and resource allocation problems. Collecting, organizing, and evaluating pertinent data, defining and validate conclusions, identify alternative solutions, and projecting consequences of decisions and recommendations. Preparing clear, concise, and complete reports, correspondence, directives, and manuals. Using tact, discretion, initiative and judgment within established guidelines. Speak effectively in groups and in individual situations. Establish and maintain effective line of communication and working relationships at all organizational levels. Give and follow oral and written instructions. Work under conditions of changing priorities and tight time schedules While performing the essential functions of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, to reach with hands and arms, and speak and hear. Lift and carry, push and/or pull, or move items weighing up to 25 pounds. Selection Procedure & Other Important Information Important Application Information: It is your responsibility to demonstrate through your application materials how you meet the minimum qualifications of the position/s for which you apply. You must complete all sections of the application. A résumé or other information you feel will help us evaluate your qualifications may be attached to your completed application, but will not be accepted in lieu of completing any part of the application. Blank applications that contain only a résumé or those that reference “see résumé” will be rejected as incomplete. Check your application before submitting to ensure it is complete and correct; no new or additional information will be accepted after the closing date. Inquiry will be made of your former and current employers; please provide the names and telephone numbers of supervisors on your application. You must provide the names and contact information of at least three (3) references (not relatives) that have knowledge of your job skills, experience, ability and/or character. Application materials are the property of Mendocino County and will not be returned. It is your responsibility to keep your NEOGOV profile updated, including any changes to your telephone number or address. Failure to do so may result in missed notification of exams or interviews. The exam process listed on this flyer is tentative. Mendocino County reserves the right to make necessary modifications to the examination plan. Such revisions will be in accordance with approved personnel standards. Should a change be made, applicants will be notified. The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Examination Process: All complete applications will be reviewed; incomplete applications will not be considered. Based on the number of qualified candidates, applicants meeting the job requirements and qualifications will be invited to participate in an oral examination (weight 100) or an unassembled exam, consisting of an evaluation of education and experience as stated on the application form. The examination process will test the knowledge and abilities described above. A minimum score of 70 must be attained for placement on the employment list. Special Testing: If you require special testing arrangements to accommodate a disability or religious conviction you must contact Human Resources at 707.234.6600 prior to the test date to make your requirements known. You must provide enough advance notice to allow Human Resources to properly review and evaluate your request . Special Requirements: Employment in some County departments or positions may require the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background, which may include fingerprinting, and/or a medical examination, which may include drug screening. Employment in some County departments or positions may require proof of Covid-19 vaccination/booster per the applicable California Public Health Officer's Order . The option for telework may be available. Eligibility for telework is based on the position, employee, and telework environment; not every position, or every employee will be compatible to telework. Please see Policy #57 Telework Policy and Program Guidelines for details. This announcement is a synopsis of duties and requirements of this job. To review the complete classification specification and benefits, please see the HR website. Applications must be submitted to the Human Resources Department by the final filing date. The County of Mendocino is an Equal Opportunity Employer This information is a summary of general benefits. Benefits listed in Mendocino County Resolutions or Memorandums of Understanding prevail over this listing. This information is not legally binding, nor does it constitute a Contract. SALARY Compensation is based on a five-step salary range, with annual merit-based increases within the salary range. RETIREMENT Covered under Social Security and the 1937 act; both employees and the County pay into the retirement fund. For the most current information regarding County Retirement please go to: https://www.mendocinocounty.org/retirement HOLIDAYS AND PERSONAL LEAVE Mendocino County observes 11 paid holidays per year. Employees are granted 24 - 48 hours of personal leave annually, depending upon Bargaining Unit. VACATION Accrues at the rate of two weeks per year for three years. Three weeks per year after three years, four weeks after eight years and five weeks after 15 years. SICK LEAVE Paid sick leave accrues at the rate of 1.25 days per month, or 15 days per year. Accruals are pro-rated for part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week. Part-time employees working less than 20 hours per week, and extra-help employees receive up to 24 hours (or 3 days) of paid sick leave annually. MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION,AND LIFE INSURANCE The County and the employee share the cost of an employee selected health care plan; enrollment in the plan includes $20,000 Life Insurance. HEALTH INSURANCE For the most current information regarding Health Insurance please go to: http://www.mendocinocounty.org/hr/ehb EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM For the most current information regarding Employee Assistance please go to: http://www.mendocinocounty.org/hr/eap EMPLOYEE WELLNESS PROGRAM For the most current information regardingEmployee Wellness please go to: http://www.mendocinocounty.org/hr/mcwow LABOR CONTRACTS For the complete list of most current labor agreements please go to: http://www.mendocinocounty.org/hr/labor Closing Date/Time: 4/12/2023 11:59 PM Pacific