Closing Date: 2nd August, 2026
Description:
Job Description and Duties:Note: Effective July 1, 2025, a 4.62% salary reduction is in place under the Personal Leave Program (PLP), with 8 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.
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. (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=32777299&name=AttorneyIVHDFCDuty_Statement.pdf)
Minimum Requirements:
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Attorney IV (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5780)
Additional Documents
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.
Department Website: https://hdfc.ca.gov/
Special Requirements:
Attorney IV (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5780)
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist (http://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobApplicationPackageChecklist.aspx?JobControlId=525977)
- Duty Statement (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=32777299&name=AttorneyIVHDFCDuty_Statement.pdf)
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.
Department Website: 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.
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: 8/2/2026
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:
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.
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: 8/2/2026
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:
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Housing Development & Finance Committee (HDFC)
Postal
Attn: HCD Classification and Recruitment Unit | JC-525977
P.O. Box 952050
Sacramento, CA 95811
Postal
Attn: HCD Classification and Recruitment Unit | JC-525977
P.O. Box 952050
Sacramento, CA 95811
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Housing Development & Finance Committee (HDFC)
Drop-Off
HCD Classification and Recruitment Unit | JC-525977
651 Bannon Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Drop-Off
HCD Classification and Recruitment Unit | JC-525977
651 Bannon Street
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:
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:
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 required and must be included.
- Other - A cover letter is required.
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
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