Housing Finance Specialist

Loudoun County Government

$65K — $111K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Real Estate, or related field
  • 2 years of related work experience or equivalent education and experience
  • Valid Real Estate License is preferred
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Familiarity with real estate transactions, home loans, and settlement processes

Responsibilities

  • Administers and processes first-time homebuyer loans
  • Develops program materials and conducts educational outreach
  • Researches and develops affordable housing loan programs
  • Monitors program performance and tracks loan metrics
  • Prepares reports and analyses on program activities

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees
  • Eligibility for limited benefits for part-time positions
  • Opportunity for professional development and training programs
  • Supportive work environment with a focus on community impact
Full Job Description
Salary: $65,878.50 - $111,993.45 Annually
Location : Leesburg, VA
Job Type: FT Hourly W BN
Job Number: 27-00690
Department: Housing and Community Development
Opening Date: 08/13/2026
Closing Date: 8/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Grade: 122

ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY. THE RESUME IS CONSIDERED SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ONLY. APPLICATIONS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE OR INDICATE 'SEE RESUME' WILL NOT BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION.

Job Summary
Under general supervision, manages multiple first-time homebuyer loan programs and supports nonprofit affordable housing developers. Administers down payment and closing cost assistance and public employee grant programs; assists borrowers, lenders, and title companies with applications and loan documentation; processes loans; and coordinates the loan review committee process. Develops program materials and outreach strategies, supports Housing Funds application reviews, provides homebuyer and lender education, and assists with securing grant funding for affordable housing programs.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Job Functions
  • Administers and processes first-time homebuyer loans, including determining eligibility, preparing loan documents, and presenting applications to the loan committee.
  • Develops program materials and conducts homebuyer and lender education and community outreach.
  • Researches and develops affordable housing loan programs, including program designs, grant applications, procedures, and forms.
  • Monitors program performance, coordinates loan committee meetings, tracks loan balances and payments, and recommends improvements.
  • Prepares reports, analyses, and research on assigned topics.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Illustrative Job Tasks
  • Manages multiple first-time homebuyer loan and grant programs and supports nonprofit affordable housing developers.
  • Assists borrowers, lenders, and title companies with funding, applications, documentation, and loan processing.
  • Develops marketing and outreach materials and supports Housing Funds application reviews.
  • Maintains applicant and loan committee records and presents cases for review.
  • Collaborates with auditors to ensure compliance with applicable policies, rules, and regulations.
  • Coordinates with Information Technology staff to address system issues affecting program operations.
  • Develops project scopes, plans, and timelines; prepares data, analyses, and monthly and annual reports.
  • Responds to customer inquiries related to assigned programs.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Knowledge of real estate transactions, home loans, settlement processes, accounting practices, financial systems, databases, and program documentation.
  • Knowledge of financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance requirements.
  • Proficiency with computers, office software, databases, and specialized departmental systems.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to analyze and synthesize data and prepare financial, operational, and program reports.
  • Ability to conduct research, develop recommendations, and communicate findings effectively.
  • Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, agencies, County officials, and the public.

Hiring salary is commensurate with experience.
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Real Estate, or related field; two (2) years of related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Valid Real Estate License preferred.
Job Contingencies and Special Requirements

Successful candidates will undergo background checks as required.

Loudoun County Government offers a variety of benefits to both regular full time and part time employees. To view the comprehensive benefits package we have to offer you when you join our team, please click
Employees hired into Regular Part-Time Intermittent positions are eligible for limited County employee benefit programs, based on the position's regularly scheduled hours. Benefits eligibility for temporary employees are dependent on duration of assignment and number of scheduled hours.
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Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?
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How many years of related work experience do you have?
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