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Job Posting: Federal Policy and Compliance Section Chief

Department of Housing & Community Development

JC-523044 - Federal Policy and Compliance Section Chief
SUPERVISOR II

$7,872.00 - $9,781.00 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: 7/9/2026

Job Description and Duties

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.

This position is located in Sacramento, CA.

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 Deputy Director and supervising Branch Chief in the Division of Federal Financial Assistance (DFFA), the Federal Policy Compliance Section Chief oversees professional staff responsible for the following division-wide functions.
Special Projects – works directly with Deputy Director, Division leadership, and coordinates across the Department and with external stakeholders to support urgent, emerging, sensitive and critical policy needs that ensure the timely and compliant administration of federal resources for the Department. Federal Policy Compliance – oversees staff that operate as subject matter experts in state and federal policy and compliance requirements, including for procurement, environmental review, labor standards and construction contracting compliance for multifamily, single-family, and community development projects funded by the Division.

This position requires reporting to an HCD office a minimum of four days per week. In limited cases, at the Department’s discretion, an employee may be approved to work in a remote-centered capacity on a temporary basis until appropriate office space becomes available. Under California Government Code Section 14200, telework-eligible employees must reside in California. The designated headquarters location will be based on the employee’s primary residence and may be updated if HCD criteria are met

Please Note: A Statement of Qualifications must be submitted along with your application in order to be considered for this position.

Position Details
Job Code #: JC-523044

Position #(s):
401-257-4801-005
Working Title: Federal Policy and Compliance Section Chief
Classification: SUPERVISOR II
$7,872.00 - $9,781.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: Multiple
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, 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.

Department Website: https://www.hcd.ca.gov/
Special Requirements

Confidentiality
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 completed 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

Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

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: 7/9/2026

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. 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
Postal
Attn: Hiring Unit | JC 523044
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
Drop-Off
HCD Hiring Unit | JC 523044
651 Bannon Street (SW Lobby)
Sacramento, CA 95811
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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Statement of Qualifications - Please refer to the Statement of Qualifications section below for additional requirements.
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:
Knowledge of federal US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) programs and policies, and experience administering HUD programs at local, state, and/or federal level.
Ability to effectively track, analyze, and interpret federal and state regulations, policies, and laws that impact the state’s administration of its federally funded programs.
Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing, on complex issues in simple terms that are easily understood by various audiences.
Ability to manage multiple, competing deliverables and staff, monitor performance against expectations and hold staff accountable for accurate, timely, and high-quality work products.
Ability to lead and oversee a wide variety of complex functions, including solicitations (such as requests for proposals in compliance with federal and state procurements laws), environmental review (in compliance with federal environmental review requirements), preparation of critical state and federal reporting requirements, and federal cross-cutting requirements.

Benefits

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
Free On-site Gym
On-site Childcare
On-site Café, Deli, and Grill
On-site ATM

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 523044
(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.
Statement of Qualifications

When completing the SOQ, please include all relevant experience, education, and training for each question and explain your answers thoroughly. Please include 1) places of employment; 2) pertinent dates; 3) duties performed, when responding to each question. If a job included has responsibilities that are applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Responses should be no longer than two pages, single-spaced, using Arial 12-point font. Your SOQ must address the following:

Please tell us about yourself, your academic and professional experience, and why you are interested in this position. Describe your knowledge and experience which demonstrates each desirable qualification applicable to the duties of this position. Give specific examples, including your role and responsibilities, as well as the outcomes.

Administering state or federal affordable housing and community development programs.
Effectively formulating state regulations and interpreting federal and state regulations and policies.
Leading and managing high performing teams/projects/contracts

Note: Applicants who do not follow these instructions may be disqualified from the selection process. Visit the SOQ Checklist for Candidates for tips on completing a Statement of Qualifications.

Additional Information

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.

If you're new to the state application process please visit 3 Steps to a State Job.

All information regarding your employment history must be included on the State Employment Application STD. 678. Applications that are submitted blank or with “see resume” in place of duties performed or applications received without the following information for each job entry will be considered incomplete and will not be accepted:

"To" and "from" dates (month/day/year)
Hours worked per week
Private sector job titles
Supervisor name and phone number
Job duties performed
State employees must list the specific departments for which they worked and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles)

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.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off