Assistant Deputy Director, Operations

Job Description and Duties

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.

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 the Chief Operating Officer, the Assistant Deputy Director, Operations, sets policy, and directs and executes administrative strategy in support of the overall business and strategic direction of the Department, specifically developing policy within the Human Resources and Business & Contract Services Branches.

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.

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Special Requirements

Confidentiality

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Employment Application (STD.678)

It is a requirement to submit work experience, dates, and hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD. 678 will not be considered.

HCD Disclosure Requirements

Selected candidates may be subject to rules imposed by a Conflict of Interest Code that apply to HCD employees, which may require filing a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700).

HCD conducts pre-employment background checks on all new to HCD or returning to HCD candidates. This position requires a background check to be conducted in California and cleared prior to being hired.

HCD utilizes the federal E-Verify system to verify employment authorization in the United States. For additional information, please visit the E-Verify website .

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Experience in applying the principles, practices, and trends of business services, public administration, organization, and personnel management.
• Experience in exercising leadership and motivating managers while managing and resolving conflicts in a positive and constructive manner.
• Experience in understanding and appropriately applying procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise; understanding linkages between administrative competencies and mission needs.
• Experience in creating and sustaining an organizational culture which encourages others to provide the quality of service essential to high performance.
• Experience in developing new insights into situations, applying innovative solutions to make organizational improvements in addition to having the ability to adjust rapidly to new situations warranting attention and resolution.

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits and flexible opportunities:

• Excellent health, dental and vision benefits for employee/employee’s family
• 401k program
• Flexible Schedules
• Hybrid telework
• Alternate Work Week Schedule options
• Paid Holidays and vacation/leave
• Tax-advantaged savings and spending accounts
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Investment in your training and development

HCD’s Sacramento Headquarters’ building also offers:

• Convenient transportation options, including light-rail and pre-tax parking
• Free On-site Gym
• On-site Childcare
• On-site Café, Deli, and Grill
• On-site ATM

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Statement of Qualifications

Candidates must respond to each desirable qualification below. Resumes, cover letters, or any other documents cannot substitute the SOQ. When completing the SOQ, specify relevant experience, education, timeframes, and provide specific examples. Incomplete or missing responses to the information requested may negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications.

Responses must not exceed three (3) pages, must use Arial 12-point font, and must be organized and numbered in the order provided below:

1. Describe your experience applying the principles, practices, and trends of business services, public administration, organization and personnel management.
2. Describe your experience exercising leadership and motivating managers while managing and resolving conflicts in a positive and constructive manner.
3. Describe your experience understanding and appropriately applying procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise; understanding linkages between administrative competencies and mission needs.
4. Describe your experience creating and sustaining an organizational culture which encourages others to provide the quality of service essential to high performance.
5. Describe your experience developing new insights into situations and applying innovative solutions to make organizational improvements. Also describe your experience adjusting rapidly to new situations warranting attention and resolution.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - Required. Please refer to Statement of Qualifications section below for further instructions.