Housing & Community Development Finance Manager

Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another:

· Service · Professionalism · Integrity · Respect · Individual accountability · Trust

By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We’re always looking to improve. That’s the Clackamas County SPIRIT. Clackamas County Core Values

Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.

This position will remain open until filled. The first application review will be on Thursday, April 23, 2026. We reserve the right to close this recruitment at any time on or after that date.

Annual Pay Range: $116,470.04 - $157,234.07

Hourly Pay Range: $55.995210 - $75.593303

Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.

Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.

We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle. Employee benefits become effective on the first of the month following an employee’s date of hire.

Attractive benefits and incentives for employees in regular-status positions are detailed below.

Generous paid time off package, including:

• 16 hours of vacation accrual per month
  • Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals! This means you have access to vacation leave at the time of hire.
• 8 hours of sick accrual per month
• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year

Other Benefits:

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):
  • Employer-paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee’s share of the retirement contribution.)
• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• A Choice of Dental Plans
• Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes
• Longevity pay
• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement fund savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre- or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
• A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information)

This is a full-time, non-represented group 2 County position

Non-Represented Group 2 Full-Time Benefits

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Clackamas County’s Housing & Community Development Division seeks a strategic and experienced Finance Manager to lead a complex portfolio of public funds supporting housing, homelessness, and community development programs. This is a high-impact leadership role overseeing financial operations across a multi-entity environment, including both county programs and the Housing Authority of Clackamas County.

Ideal Candidate

This position is ideal for a finance leader who thrives in complex, regulated environments and wants to apply their expertise to meaningful community outcomes.

You will lead financial strategy and operations across:

• Multiple funding streams (federal, state, local, and partnership-based)
• Housing programs and real estate portfolios
• Two coordinated but distinct financial teams

This role offers the opportunity to modernize processes, strengthen financial systems, and influence the long-term fiscal strategy for a growing, mission-driven division.

What You Will Do

Provide high-level oversight of all finance functions, including:

Lead Financial Strategy & Operations

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial analysis across a diverse portfolio of programs and funds
• Manage cash flow, operating revenue, and long-term financial planning
• Align financial structures across multiple fiscal calendars and funding requirements

Oversee Contracts & Funding Execution

• Lead and oversee the contracts and procurement function supporting housing and community development programs
• Ensure contracts are developed, executed, and monitored in compliance with applicable federal, state, and county regulations

Strengthen Systems & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory frameworks (federal, state, and local)
• Lead development and improvement of internal controls, cost allocation methodologies, and financial policies
• Oversee audits, financial reporting, and consolidated statements

Drive Improvement & Insight

• Identify gaps in financial workflows and implement scalable, sustainable solutions
• Translate complex financial data into clear insights for executive leadership and boards
• Support strategic decision-making with data-driven analysis

Lead & Develop Teams

• Oversee and develop two finance teams supporting program operations and housing authority functions
• Build team capacity, improve financial literacy across the division, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

Who You Are

You are a finance leader who:

• Has experience managing complex budgets, multiple funding sources, or regulated financial environments
• Can operate at both strategic and hands-on levels
• Identifies gaps in unclear or developing situations and implements structured, practical solutions
• Communicates clearly with both financial and non-financial audiences
• Enjoys improving systems, not just maintaining them

Join Clackamas County and play a pivotal role in shaping the financial foundation for programs that directly impact housing stability, community development, and residents' well-being. This is your opportunity to lead with purpose, drive innovation, and make a lasting difference in the community.

Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• A minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible advanced-level professional accounting, financial analysis, and reporting, and audit experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the duties of the role
  • A minimum of three (3) years of experience must have been in a leadership or program management role with supervisory responsibilities
• Experience managing complex, multi-fund or multi-entity financial environments, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Experience working in a regulated financial environment (e.g., government, nonprofit, housing, or grant-funded programs) with responsibility for compliance and reporting
• Experience developing or implementing internal controls, financial policies, or cost allocation methodologies
• Experience supporting financial audits, including preparing documentation and responding to auditor requests
• Working knowledge of GAAP, with exposure to fund accounting principles and/or GASB standards

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Experience with government finance, housing authorities, or public sector fund accounting
• Experience managing or overseeing federal or state grant funding (e.g., HUD, CDBG, HOME, or similar programs)
• Experience with contracting, procurement, or compliance requirements tied to public funding
• Experience preparing or reviewing Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports (ACFR) or similar reports
• Experience supporting real estate, housing, or asset-based financial operations
• Possession of an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, in good standing

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Must pass a criminal history check, which may include national or state fingerprint records check
• Driving is required for county business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the county's driving policy
• For veterans qualified for Veterans’ Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.

This position is included in the county’s alternate workweek program, working 40 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Thursday (Fridays off). Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended. This position is eligible for hybrid on-site/telework, subject to the Clackamas County Teleworking Policy and based on the Department’s business needs. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager at the time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington. Washington residents must perform 50% of their time on-site at Clackamas County.

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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Housing and Community Development Division (HCD), within the Department of Human Services, manages programs to provide decent housing and economic opportunities, community improvement, and affordable housing projects and housing rehabilitation loan programs for low and moderate-income residents of the County. HCD comprises the Housing Authority of Clackamas County (HACC) and the Community Development Division.

The Housing and Community Development Division (HCD), within the Department of Health, Housing & Human Services, manages homeless services programs and programs to provide housing and economic opportunity, community improvement and rehabilitation, and affordable housing development for low and moderate-income residents of Clackamas County. HCD comprises the Housing Authority of Clackamas County (HACC), Housing Services, and Community Preservation.

Learn more about the Housing and Community Development Division

Mission Statement: We lead and learn with equity in serving individuals, families, and communities by providing access to high-quality healthcare, housing, and services that strengthen social and economic resilience.

Vision Statement: Individuals, families, and communities are resilient and thriving.

H3S is committed to improving programs and ensuring better outcomes for the people served, and focuses on the following goals:

• EMPOWERED AND THRIVING STAFF - H3S staff are empowered, engaged, and have a sense of belonging while being valued and supported to thrive.
• EQUITY DRIVEN SERVICES - H3S promotes and provides accessible, equitable, and culturally responsive services.
• ORGANIZATIONAL EXCELLENCE & CONTINUOUS QUALITY IMPROVEMENT - H3S operates consistently, efficiently, and effectively as a cohesive department, using our individual and collective skills and expertise.

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Clackamas County only accepts online applications.

Help With Your Application:

• Application Process
• Help with the Application

If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or e-mail us. Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).

HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE

• Request Veterans' Preference
• Learn more about the County's Veterans' Preference

VISA SPONSORSHIP

Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential to creating and fostering a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability, or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.

James Callahan, Recruiter
JCallahan@clackamas.us