Compliance Analyst

Job Description and Duties

Under the supervision of the Housing Finance Officer (HFO), the Analyst I performs technical and analytical work of average difficulty and is responsible for the tenant rental subsidy for 811 Project Rental Assistance financed by the California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA). The incumbent works regularly with time-sensitive information, requiring detailed knowledge of regulations, policies, and procedures. 

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 meeting deadlines and managing multiple priorities
• Experience analyzing rules, laws, and guidelines to ensure compliance
• Experience gathering data and analyzing data
• Experience or knowledge of the housing industry
• Asset Management experience

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Hybrid telework schedules are available. The amount of telework is at CalHFA’s discretion and is based on operational needs.  IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE WILL BE REQUIRED WEEKLY .

Our office is in 500 Capitol Mall , a high-rise building conveniently located in downtown Sacramento with access to public transportation (light rail and bus) and freeways (I-5, 99, and Business 80). It is one block from Downtown Commons (DOCO), the Golden 1 Center, and many restaurants. Employees also have free access to the gym located in the building.

Candidates who are new to state service will be placed at the minimum of the salary range .

Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employers in the U.S. CalHFA is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa. CalHFA does not participate in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Optional Practical Training extension program (STEM OPT).

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Special Requirements

The Employment History section of the STD 678 Employment Application must be complete and include accurate dates, hours per week, total time worked, duties performed, and supervisor names and phone numbers.

• Applicants who fail to submit a thoroughly completed STD 678 will be disqualified.
• Resumes or other documents do not substitute the STD 678.
• Only the most qualified applicants will be invited to an interview.

Use these links to review the State Application Checklist and Supplemental Application checklist to help you understand how to complete a strong state application and address some frequently asked questions.

In order to be considered for this job, you must satisfy one of the following requirements:

BE LIST ELIGIBLE :
Successfully complete the State civil service exam for the Analyst I classification

OR

BE TRANSFER ELIGIBLE:
Have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable (employees who wish to be considered based on transfer eligibility must meet the minimum qualifications of the classification per DPA Rule 250)

OR

BE REINSTATEMENT ELIGIBLE: 
Have obtained previous permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Minimum Qualifications

Analyst I

Four years of work experience performing analytical, technical, clerical, and/or customer service duties. Academic education from an accredited college/university may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

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 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.
• Supplemental Application - A response to the highlighted question below is required in order to be eligible for this position.
  Failure to follow all instructions and provide a relevant response will disqualify an applicant from consideration. Resumes, cover letters, or general statements of qualifications will not be accepted in place of the required response.
  Your response must:
  - Be in 12-point font, single-spaced
  - Be no more than one (1) page in length
  - Include the question, as it is stated below, above your response
  Describe your approach to analyzing written guidelines or regulations. How do you ensure you understand them correctly?

• Other - Degree or Transcripts: If using education to meet the Minimum Qualifications (MQs), you MUST provide copies of your relevant degree or transcripts to be considered.
  • If you meet the MQs without higher education, you may bypass this item by selecting Upload > Bypass Item.
  • Foreign transcripts are not accepted; they must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency: Foreign Transcript Evaluation Services
  • Passing the exam does NOT automatically mean you meet MQs , so please read them thoroughly.
  • Note, if using education to meet, you will be required to provide official copies of your qualifying degree or transcripts (or U.S. Equivalency Evaluation) prior to employment.