Initial Posting Date: 10/01/2024
Application Deadline: 10/15/2024
Agency: Oregon Housing and Community Services
Salary Range: $5,747 - $8,831
Position Type: Employee
Position Title: Technical Advisor (LS3)
Job Description:
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is growing our programs and personnel by leaps and bounds! We are looking for an innovative, detail-oriented professional with experience building productive relationships with developers, working with grant and tax credit resources, and providing technical advice. If you are up for a challenge and ready to hit the ground running with a dynamic and supportive team, then don't wait and apply today!
OHCS commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
Our Vision is that all Oregonians can pursue prosperity and live free from poverty.
Our Mission is to provide stable and affordable housing and engage leaders to develop integrated statewide policy that addresses poverty and provides opportunity for Oregonians.
Our Core Values : Collaboration - Compassion - Equity - Integrity - Leadership - Transparency.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- Working Condition: Hybrid > This position has some requirements for in-person work.
- This position is permanent, full time, and represented by SEIU.
- Per the SEIU CBA for OHCS represented positions, applicants who are current OHCS employees will be considered and interviewed before external applicants.
- This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
- This position requires both a resume and a cover letter, the cover letter will need to address the desired attributes listed in this job posting.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
The primary purpose of this position is to build productive relationships with developers/applicants, support navigation of ARH programs and application processes and provide technical advice which will address barriers to access, compliance and funding issues. This work supports ARH by ensuring an equitable and consistent pipeline of ready partners for use of loan funding, and grant and tax credit resources for the development of affordable multi-family rental housing while protecting OHCS from financial and legal risk regarding loan, grant and tax credit funds.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economic, Finance, Accounting, or related field AND three years experience analyzing and underwriting residential, commercial, or public sector loans; or three years experience in economic or community development, project development, or as a business finance officer;
OR
A Bachelor's degree in other fields with an MBA, MPA, or MA in Management with an emphasis in general accounting, cost accounting, financial accounting, financial reporting, financial intermediation, finance, or marketing AND two years experience at the level of a business finance officer or senior loan officer;
OR
Any combination of experience and education deemed acceptable for satisfactory job performance to the appointing authority.
DESIRED ATTRIBUTES
The most competitive candidates will possess the following attributes, experience, and knowledge:
- Experience structuring affordable rental housing or other real estate development projects
- Demonstrate familiarity with affordable rental housing funding sources
- Demonstrate passion for engaging with developers, evidenced by collaboration on technical projects and active participation in developer communities or forums
- Strong commitment to teamwork, demonstrated by successful cross-functional project participation and relationship-building with internal and external stakeholders
- Passionate about supporting OHCS partners, with experience in achieving measurable outcomes in partnerships, housing projects, or community access
- Proficient working independently and collaboratively
- Motivated and results-oriented professional with a track record of measurable achievements
- Passionate and practical problem solver, proven by measurable results in improving efficiency or reducing costs
- Experience promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practices in the workplace
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
You will become part of an innovative and strategic group of professionals and enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package!
- A positive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and cross-training.
- An agency that supports and encourages work/life balance and overall wellness.
- Generous benefits package including, employer-paid health insurance, vacation, and sick leave, eleven paid holidays, three paid personal days, flexible spending accounts, and an employer contribution retirement plan (PERS).
- The posted salary range is the total possible range for the classification. Candidates are screened through a Pay Equity process that evaluates various factors.
RECRUITMENT TIMELINE
- Recruitment Closes: 10/14/2024
- Recruiter Screening for Minimum Qualifications: On-going
- Hiring Manager Screening for Requested Skills: On-going
- 1st Round of Interviews: Week of 10/28/2024
- 2nd Round of Interviews: If needed
- Anticipated Start Date: 11/18/2024
APPLICATION GUIDANCE AND REQUIREMENTS
- Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.
- External applicants: View this application instructional video . A PDF is also available by clicking here.
- REQUIRED: Attach your most up-to-date Resume . Please ensure your Workday profile matches your submitted resume.
- REQUIRED: Attach a 2-page Cover Letter that demonstrates how you meet the "Desired Attributes" for this position.
- A Cover Letter that does not meet the required criteria will be graded as ineligible.
If you have questions about the job announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact the HR Solutions Inbox at:
WHO WE ARE
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is Oregon's housing finance agency. We provide financial and program support to create and preserve opportunities for quality, affordable housing for Oregonians of lower and moderate income.
WANT TO KNOW MORE? LET US HELP YOU!
- If you need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions or need assistance with the application process, please send your request to and include the job requisition number.
- The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%.
- Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
- Work Authorization: Oregon Housing & Community Services (OHCS) does not offer VISA sponsorships.
- Veteran's Preference: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference.