Attorney IV

Job Description and Duties This position is located in Sacramento. Under the direction of the General Counsel of HDFC, the Attorney IV provides advanced and specialized legal services in support of HDFCs mission: to alleviate California’s affordable housing crisis by creating affordable homes through a simpler, faster, and more transparent housing finance system. This position requires a forward-thinking, solutions-oriented attorney who approaches legal challenges with creativity and openness while ensuring all work remains firmly grounded in applicable statutory and regulatory frameworks. In addition to complex transactional work involving federal and state funded grants and loans, the Attorney IV plays a critical role in developing innovative legal frameworks and strategies that streamline statewide housing finance processes. This includes drafting regulations, advising on consolidated program structures, supporting Bagley-Keene compliance, and negotiating interagency agreements. The Attorney IV supports the General Counsel by exercising independent judgement on complex legal matters and may mentor other attorneys in adopting modern, problem-solving approaches consistent with HDFC’s mission. This position requires reporting to an HDFC 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 HDFC criteria are met. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

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• Duty Statement Department Information Created through the Governor’s Reorganization Plan to address fragmentation within California’s housing finance system, the Housing Development and Finance Committee (HDFC) helps create affordable homes by advancing a housing finance system that is simpler, faster, and more transparent. Our vision is simple and bold: Homes that Californians can afford, in communities where they can thrive. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion HDFC values diversity at all levels and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where employees from varied backgrounds, cultures, and lived experiences are welcomed and can succeed. Employees are expected to support an environment free from discrimination, provide equitable and consistent service to the public, collaborate with underserved communities and tribal governments, and contribute meaningfully to building a more just and accessible California.

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https://hdfc.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. HDFC Disclosure Requirements Selected candidates may be subject to rules imposed by a Conflict of Interest Code that apply to HDFC employees, which may require filing a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700). HDFC 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. 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 working with affordable housing development, including affordable housing finance.
• Experience as a project manager, leading teams and project initiatives.
• Experience working with California State government or other policy-making practices including, the legislative and APA/regulations process.
• Ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Experience analyzing data to prepare materials such as policy briefs, papers, presentations and technical assistance documents that promote safe, affordable homes and vibrant, inclusive, sustainable communities for all Californians.
• Experience or familiarity with Bagley-Keene and open meeting 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
• Paid Holidays and vacation/leave
• Tax-advantaged savings and spending accounts
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Investment in your training and development Statement of Qualifications 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. Your SOQ should not exceed two (2) pages, should be typed in Arial 12-point, and should be numbered 1-3. When completing the SOQ, please include all relevant experience, education, and training, as applicable, and explain your answer thoroughly.
• In one brief paragraph, describe a time you conducted advanced legal analysis involving statutes, regulations, other law and used that research to help modernize or streamline a program or legal framework.
• In one concise paragraph, explain your experience drafting or negotiating complex interagency agreements (such as MOU, confidentiality agreements, or data-sharing agreements) and how your work supported cross-agency alignment or improved operational efficiency.
• In one short paragraph, describe your experience advising on governance obligations - such as open-meeting laws, public transparency requirements, or board/committee procedures - and how your judgement helped an organization avoid legal risk or maintain public trust.
• OPTIONAL: In one brief paragraph, is there anything else you would like the hiring manager to know? 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)