Under the supervision of the Staff Services Manager I, Staff Services Analyst (SSA) supports the administration and monitoring of CalHFA’s multifamily loan portfolio. The SSA performs a range of analytical and consultative tasks to support the financial and operational oversight of affordable housing developments, including data gathering, financial reconciliation, compliance monitoring and preparation of reports and summaries.
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:
- Basic experience/education analyzing financial statements
- Experience working with data or tracking systems
- Comfortable working with different teams or people outside your organization
- Ability to stay organized and manage multiple tasks
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- Experience writing summaries or reports for others to review
- Experience following rules, policies, or program guidelines
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
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 minumum of the salary range.
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Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- STAFF SERVICES ANALYST
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Department Information
CalHFA has held its certification as a Great Place To Work® since 2021. Join us in helping more Californians to have a place to call home.
MULTIFAMILY PROGRAMS DIVISION:
OUR VISION:
OUR MISSION:
Established in 1975, CalHFA was chartered as the state's affordable housing lender. Our Agency's Multifamily Division finances the development of affordable rental and our Single Family Division provides down payment assistance to low and moderate income first-time homebuyers. CalHFA is a completely self-supporting state agency that does not rely on taxpayer dollars for its operation costs, but regularly administers various state and federal resources on behalf of the state.
At CalHFA, we embrace a culture that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive for everyone by building an organization that is as diverse as the communities we serve. CalHFA believes that diversity provides a competitive advantage, strengthens our innovative capacity, and enhances our ability to succeed and grow.
Department Website: https://www.calhfa.ca.gov
Special Requirements
Please note:
Information from Resume will not be use in the evaluating process. All candidates must submit Examination/Employment Application (STD 678). Employment History on the STD 678 (State Application) must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD 678 (State Application) may be disqualified. Only the most qualified candidates 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 Staff Services Analyst 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.
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: 6/13/2025Who May Apply
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
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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.
- School Transcripts
- Supplemental Application - All applicants must provide a Supplemental Application. Failure to address the highlighted question(s) below will disqualify an applicant from consideration.
Please note that resumes, cover letter or a prewritten Supplemental Application that does not answer the question(s) below will not be accepted.
The Supplemental Application must:- Be in 12-point, Time New Roman font.
- Be no more than one (1) page in length.
- Include the question below with your response.
Based on the duty statement, what skills and experience do you have that qualify you for this position in our Asset Management section
Benefits
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.
