Housing Development Officer

Salary : $148,207.68 - $191,798.16 Annually
Location : 1500 Warburton Ave., Santa Clara, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 58-26-749
Department: Community Development
Opening Date: 10/22/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 9
Weighting Plan: N/A

Description
The Position:

Under administrative direction from the Housing & Community Services Division Manager, the Housing Development Officer (HDO) oversees the production and preservation of rental and homeownership housing that serves lower income households. The HDO is responsible for leading a small team of staff and consultants to implement the City's inclusionary housing ordinance, underwrite loans for 100% affordable multifamily rental projects, negotiate affordable housing agreements, manage real estate transactions, and manage staff who oversee long-term compliance. For this position, the City seeks a proactive project manager with a passion for community development and experience managing residential real estate transactions, underwriting loans for multifamily affordable rental housing, supervising staff, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, collaborative, and growth-oriented team culture.

Description

This is a managerial position in the Unclassified Service responsible for developing and implementing effective public/private partnerships designed to stimulate the development of affordable housing, as well as those services needed to support such developments. The incumbent manages complex development projects and programs in one or more of the following areas; housing, mixed-use housing, real estate development, neighborhood development, or downtown development, and is involved in ongoing project and contract management in coordination with City staff, non-profit organizations and contractors.

As a member of the City's unclassified service, this is an "at-will" position. The incumbent serves at the discretion of the City Manager. The incumbent in this classification demonstrates strong ethical, professional, and service-oriented leadership and interpersonal skills; sets a good example; and correctly applies the tenets of the City's Code of Ethics and Values.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

As a member of the City's Unclassified Service, this is an "at-will" position and the incumbent serves at the discretion of the City Manager.

Additional Information:

Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write "see resume, NA, or personnel file."). Years of experience are considered on the basis of full-time-equivalent experience (2080 hours per year). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter 2) Resume and 3) Completed Supplemental Questions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Application packets may be submitted online through the "Apply Now" feature on the job announcement at Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis for consideration to the position. If you are interested in applying you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed.
THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED ABOVE. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT.MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW. APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR POSITIONS ADHERING TO ALL APPLICABLE CITY POLICIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO CMD 033- EMPLOYMENT OF RELATIVES.
The annual salary range for this position is $148,207.68 - $191,798.16. This position may be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range.

Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Education Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Environmental Studies, or an approved related field
• Familiarity with computer software programs commonly used by the City, such as Windows Office.

Minimum Experience Requirements:

At least five (5) years of progressively responsible public or private experience in urban planning, business administration, public administration, housing finance and development, or redevelopment; with some supervisory experience.

Acceptable Substitution:

A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the above fields may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

License/Certifications:

Possession of an appropriate, valid California driver's license is required at time of application and for the duration of employment.

Other Requirements:

Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment.
Follow this link to view the entire Class Specification, which includes more information on Typical Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.