Community Development Branch Chief - Hybrid

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Job Code #: JC-507605

Position #(s): -001

Working Title:
Community Development Branch Chief - Hybrid

Classification: MANAGER II

$9,572.00 - $10,867.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: Multiple

Telework: Hybrid

Final Filing Date: 2/20/2026

Department Website:

Note:
Effective July 1, 2025, a 3% salary reduction is in place under the Personal Leave Program (PLP), with 5 hours of Personal Leave Credit earned monthly in exchange. This program is subject to change based on union agreements and state budget policy.

Effective January 1, 2026, the
Staff Services Manager III classification will be re-titled to Manager II as a part of California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) generalist consolidation. For more information on the generalist consolidation, please visit:
CalHR - Generalist Class Consolidation

This position is located in Sacramento.

At HCD, we are dedicated to fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. If you’re interested in promoting safe, affordable, sustainable communities for all Californians, HCD is the place for you. By joining our team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community while working along passionate professionals.

Under the general direction of an Assistant Deputy Director of Annual Programs within the Division of Federal Financial Assistance (DFFA), the Manager II oversees and directs a branch of professional staff responsible for design, implementation and administration of federally funded Housing and Community Development programs, including Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), and Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) programs. The Manager II also oversees and directs, through a Section Chief and Supervisor I’s, the HUD Reporting team.

The Community Development Branch is primarily responsible for the design and implementation of federally-funded community development and homelessness programs including the development of program guidelines detailing the use and requirements of federal funding programs, issuance of Notices of Funding Availability, application review, funding recommendations, fund disbursement and monitoring. The Branch is also responsible for HUD planning and reporting including the development of the five-year Consolidated Plan, the Annual Action Plan, and the Consolidated Performance and Evaluation Report.

Up to 15% overnight travel throughout the state may be required.

Please Note:

A Statement of Qualifications must be submitted along with your application in order to be considered for this position. Please see Statement of Qualifications section below for instructions.

Under California Government Code Section 14200, this position is eligible for hybrid telework and may be eligible for full-time remote work in some circumstances and/or time-periods, at the sole discretion of the Department. Telework-eligible applicants must reside in California. Headquarter location will be designated based on the selected candidate's primary residence location. This is subject to change if HCD's criteria is met.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

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