DRR Policy & Infrastructure (LS3) - Limited Duration

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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 opportunities for Oregonians.

Our Core Values: Collaboration - Compassion - Equity - Integrity - Leadership - Transparency.

• Working Condition: Hybrid > This position has some requirements for in-person work.

• This is a Limited Duration (LD), full time, and represented by SEIU.

• This LD position is a project/grant position with the possibility of funding being extended. Anticipated closing date is 06/30/27. The position may close earlier depending on program timelines.

• 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.

In response to the 2020 Labor Day Wildfires, the ReOregon Down Payment Assistance program was established to provide homeownership assistance for first-time homebuyers who experienced a verified residential loss as a result of the disaster. The program aims to create opportunities for long-term, stable, affordable housing for those with a higher risk of housing instability.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring the integrity and compliance of the ReOregon DPA program by conducting quality assurance and oversight of subrecipient activities. The Loan Specialist reviews underwriting criteria, assesses subrecipient performance, and ensures adherence to program guidelines. If DPA subrecipients are lenders, they will handle underwriting and housing counseling, with the Loan Specialist performing quality checks. If subrecipients are not lenders, the Loan Specialist takes on a broader role, including underwriting loans, preparing closing documents, servicing loans, tracking loan forgiveness, and securing financial interests in properties. Additionally, the Loan Specialist serves as the primary point of contact and subject matter expert for subrecipients, providing guidance, assisting with quarterly reports, and coordinating with the division's finance team on budgets and fund disbursements. This position ensures that all DPA loans conform to program requirements and will assist with other program duties as assigned.

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.
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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.

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The most competitive candidates will possess the following attributes, experience, and knowledge:

• Experience evaluating loan documentation and loan underwriting, verifying borrower eligibility, coordinating loan closings, and approving or rejecting loans based on compliance with federal and state regulations.

• An understanding of disaster recovery process, strong customer service, critical thinking, problem solving and planning skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

• Excellent written, computer, verbal communication, and presentation skills.

• Handle multiple demands and competing priorities.

• Experience promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practices in the workplace.

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. Please see the Pay Equity website for more information.

*These dates are approximate and may change. *

• Recruitment Closes: 7/27/25

• Recruiter Screening for Minimum Qualifications: On-going

• Hiring Manager Screening for Requested Skills: On-going

• 1st Round of Interviews through VidCruiter: Week of 8/4/25

• 2nd Round of Interviews: Week of 8/18/25

• Anticipated Start Date: 9/15/25

• 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 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: HCS_HR.Solutions@oregon.gov

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. Our vision is that all Oregonians can pursue prosperity and to live free from poverty. Across Oregon, housing has emerged as a paramount concern. The lack of available housing, high rents and high home prices are driving rapid increases in housing instability and homelessness. The data is clear: too many Oregonians are without a safe, stable, and affordable place to call home.

OHCS is placing a greater emphasis on strategic planning and the way we invest our resources. Recently, we have restructured, refocused, and reimagined our agency. Our work has led to an increased emphasis on data, research, and customer service. We are carrying that effort forward with the Statewide Housing Plan. The plan articulates the extent of Oregon's housing problem and what we can do to address it. OHCS committed to the Housing Stability Council and our stakeholders that the plan will be responsive to the needs of the state.

OHCS released its Building Oregon's Future: 2023 Annual Report to update the agency's significant progress in meeting the goals outlined in the 2019 Statewide Housing Plan. We are now more than halfway into the five-year plan.

To learn more about Oregon Housing and Community Services, visit our website: https://www.oregon.gov/OHCS/pages/index.aspx

The Oregon Department of Housing and Community Services (OHCS) has a newly established section to manage recovery from major disasters. The Disaster Recovery & Resilience section will administer long-term state and federal grants to benefit disaster survivors and impacted communities in Oregon. Primarily, the division is recovering from the major disasters that occurred during Labor Day Weekend of 2020 when fires caused the loss of nearly 4,200 homes in the state. The Oregon Legislature allocated $150 million in specific wildfire recovery general funds along with substantial affordable housing funding which will be applied to disaster impacted regions, and the federal government has allocated $422 million in Community Development Block Grant- Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds from the US Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Department. OHCS has set aggressive goals to replace as much of the lost housing as it possibly can, and to provide a comprehensive recovery for individuals impacted by the fires. This division is a key function of OHCS and will develop innovative business practices within the agency.

• 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 HCS_HR.Solutions@hcs.oregon.gov 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%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details.

• Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference as it may not be available to view after the job closes.

• 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. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form containing authorization to work in the United States. OHCS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

• Veteran's Preference: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans' preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your "My Applications" section.

Emails

• HCS_HR.Solutions@hcs.oregon.gov

Links

• Application Instructional PDF

• Application Instructional Video

• Benefits Information

• Classification and Compensation Page

• OHCS Website

• Oregon's Statewide Housing Plan - Halfway Progress Report

• Oregon's Statewide Housing Plan - Full Plan

• Pay Equity

• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

• Veterans Resources