Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is looking for a Superstar who has a charismatic yet diplomatic approach to relationship development and a desire to ensure low-income Oregonians have access to safe, decent, and affordable housing options throughout the state.  If you are a team player, consider yourself to be a ‘do-er’, and are eager to make a difference in other people’s lives, we want you to apply today. Join our team and grow with us!

 

*Working Condition: Hybrid > this position can be fully remote with some requirements for travel, site visits, and occasional requirements for in-person meetings.

*This position is permanent, full-time, and represented by SEIU.

*Per the SEIU CBA for OHCS represented positions, applicants who are current OHCS employees will be given full consideration and vetted through the recruitment process before utilizing the external applicant list. 

*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.

*The “How to Apply” section of the announcement contains the required information for your application to be considered. Incomplete applications submitted will be removed from the recruitment process.

 

 

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The Senior Asset Management Analyst will be a point of contact and consultant for OHCS multifamily housing investment portfolios in the Portfolio Administration Section, ensuring and regulating the financial health of OHCS portfolios with the intent to minimize financial risk to the Agency.

This position will enhance community collaboration, develop and implement (as needed) policies, operational guidelines and processes, goals or objectives, and regulation assessment, and assist in the operation of sustainable multifamily housing communities throughout the affordability period.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: All performed with an Equity & Racial Justice Lens

  • Project Operations & Portfolio Management
  • Financial Review Analysis & Forecasting
  • Underwriting; Prepayment, Modification & Transfer of Ownership
  • Improvement Plan Development and Monitoring
  • Policy Analysis
  • Data Integrity Analysis & Oversight
  • Project Remodels & Capital Improvements

 

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

You will become part of an innovative and strategic group of professionals and enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package!

  • Salary Range: $5,396 – $8,292
  • 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, ten paid holidays, three paid personal days, flexible spending accounts, and an employer contribution retirement plan (PERS).

 

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.

 

 

RECRUITMENT TIMELINE

*These dates are approximate and may change. *

  • Recruitment Closes: 10/23/2022
  • Recruiter Screening for Minimum Qualifications: On-going
  • Hiring Manager Screening for Requested Skills: Week of 10/24/2022
  • 1st Round of Interviews: Week of 10/31/2022
  • 2nd Round of Interviews: Week of 11/07/2022
  • Final Interview: TBD
  • Anticipated Start Date: Monday, 11/21/2022

 

 

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

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

  • Analysis of Audited Financial Reporting and Standardized Financial Reports. Able to interpret, identify irregularities and/or inconsistencies, and apply expertise to develop opportunities for improvement
  • Development, modification, and monitoring of improvement plans
  • Understanding of loan underwriting (multifamily affordable housing a plus)
  • Interpret and apply rules, regulations, statutes, and loan document language
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple time-sensitive projects simultaneously
  • Oversee capital improvement or casualty loss projects from inception through to completion
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication and presentation skills
  • Decisive decision-making with little or no processing time
  • Strong collaboration and relationship development capabilities

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

We recognize that your time is valuable. We will be looking for the following minimum qualifications in addition to the skills listed above:

 

A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Accounting, or a related field AND three (3) years of experience analyzing and underwriting residential, commercial, or public sector loans.

OR

Three (3) years of experience in economic or community development, project development, or as a business finance officer.

OR
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 (2) years of experience at the level of a business finance officer or senior loan officer;
OR
Any combination of experience and education deemed acceptable for satisfactory job performance to the appointing authority.

 

To request a copy of the position description, please contact: <HCS_HR.Solutions@oregon.gov

 

We will use the requested skills and minimum qualifications listed under the “What we are looking for” section above to determine whom to interview. Please make sure the skills and minimum qualifications you possess are clearly demonstrated in your application materials.

 

 

HOW TO APPLY/APPLICATION DIRECTIONS

  • OHCS Employees & Statewide Applicants: Apply via your employee Workday account. Please be sure to update your profile if needed.
  • External Applicants: Click the ‘Apply’ button at the top of the job announcement. You will need to either create or update your Workday profile.
  • All Applicants: Attach a resume and cover letter. Your cover letter must be limited to no more than two (2) pages and clearly demonstrate how your experience and training relate to the requested skills and minimum qualifications listed under the “What we are looking for” section above. Please address your cover letter to Chrislyn Prantl, Asset & Preservation Manager. Generic cover letters and/or cover letters that do not address the requested skills above will be graded as non-responsive.

 

Note: Failure to attach the requested documents will remove your application from the recruitment process

 

*NOTE for OHCS, SEIU represented employees only:

1.) Keep communication open with your manager when you are applying for any opportunities – lateral/promotional. 

2.) Trial Service: An employee may be removed from trial service following a lateral transfer or promotion. If approved by management, the employee shall have the right to return to the Agency and the classification or comparable salary level which they previously held.

 

 

AFTER YOU APPLY

  • Log in to your Workday account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or actions, and make sure to complete these tasks or actions before the job announcement closes. These can be found under the “My Applications” section.
  • Be sure to check both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment.

 

WHO WE ARE

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 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.

 

The Statewide Housing Plan is a bold new agenda that articulates how Oregon Housing and Community Services will pave the way for more Oregonians to have access to stable housing opportunities necessary for self-sufficiency. It lays the foundation for OHCS to be a data- and research-driven organization and proposes a new way of collaborating and focusing resources and energy to address the most pressing housing issues facing Oregon today. Our plan lays out ambitious goals to increase access o housing, including goals and strategies to prevent and address homelessness.

 

AFFORDABLE HOUSING DIVISION: ASSET & PRESERVATION MANAGEMENT SECTION

The Asset and Preservation Management Unit is responsible for the management of the Agency’s asset analysis and preservation functions across multiple programs, ensuring the financial and functional viability of the Agency’s portfolio of over 1500 properties with a total asset value in excess of $1.4 billion, coordinating Agency preservation efforts for Publicly Supported Housing (PuSH), ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, coordinating with section compliance monitoring efforts, and assisting the Development Resources and Production Section with asset management issues for properties seeking/securing Agency funding.

 

WHY JOIN US

OHCS values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We stand by our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants of a protected class, including disability status and veteran status. We encourage Individuals of diverse backgrounds, who promote diversity, and inclusion to join our agency.

  • 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.

 

WANT TO KNOW MORE? LET US HELP YOU!

  • Your candidate profile, cover letter, and résumé are the perfect place to display your interest in the position and highlight the skills and experience you will bring, making you the best candidate for the position. Submissions are screened for consistency of information and communication skills at the professional level (attention to detail, spelling, grammar, etc.).
  • 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 your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes. 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
  • Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
  • Work Authorization: OHCS does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation are contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet DAS employment eligibility standards.
  • Veteran’s Preference: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans’ Resources, or call the Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs at 1-800-692-9666 NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your “My Applications” section.

HELPFUL LINKS & RESOURCES

Oregon Job Opportunities Webpage | How to Set Job Alerts

Workday Applicant FAQ | What You Need to Know to Get the Job

Pay Equity Information & Resources

 

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