- Salary
- $87k – $123k/yr
- Location
- San Bernardino, CA, CA, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- IT
- Seniority
- Manager
- Education
- Bachelor
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
The San Bernardino County Department of Community Development and Housing (CDH) is recruiting for a Community Development and Housing Project Manager II to oversee the planning, implementation, and long-term management of affordable housing and community development projects. This position will work closely with other Project Managers, the Senior Housing Project Manager, the Deputy Director, and the Director to advance the County's affordable housing, community development, and neighborhood revitalization initiatives. In conjunction with the Deputy Executive Officer and Director, the position is responsible for managing assigned projects through all phases of development, ensuring project objectives are achieved within established schedules, budgets, funding requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
In addition to project development responsibilities, the position oversees the long-term asset management and preservation of the County's affordable housing portfolio. Responsibilities include monitoring compliance with regulatory agreements, affordability restrictions, and funding requirements; reviewing operating budgets, financial statements, insurance, tenant eligibility files, and property condition reports; preparing required federal, state, and programmatic reports; and collaborating with property managers, service providers, public agencies, and development partners to ensure the long-term financial, physical, and operational success of County-owned and County-assisted housing assets. The position also supports portfolio and ownership transactions, including acquisitions, refinances, resyndications, property sales, and reconveyances, and prepares Board Agenda Items, legal agreements, and other related documents.
For more detailed information, review the Community Development and Housing Project Manager II job description.
THE DEPARTMENT
Community Development and Housing (CDH) provides services to all cities and private economic development organizations within San Bernardino County. CDH plays an important role in ensuring San Bernardino County is well positioned to support expected resident and business growth. They provide vital resources for residents and businesses and create a solid platform for investment. For more information, visit cdh.sbcounty.gov/
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EXCELLENT BENEFITS
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
JOIN OUR TEAM AND MAKE AN IMPACT IN YOUR COMMUNITY!
EXCELLENT BENEFITS
To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits and the General (Teamsters) Compensation Plan
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting, credit check, and/or medical exam/drug test, prior to appointment.
Travel: Travel throughout the County will be required. A current and valid California Class C driver license is required at time of appointment. Employees in this class may be required to use personal vehicles. Mileage reimbursement may be available. A clean driving record and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Candidates must meet one (1) of the following qualifying options: | |
| Option 1: | EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in Public or Business Administration, Planning, Economic Development, Project Management, or a closely related field. --AND-- EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of professional level experience with a primary focus in housing development project management and community revitalization initiatives. Experience must include all stages of managing public infrastructure and capital improvement projects, including sidewalks, streets, parks, public facilities, and neighborhood redevelopment. |
| Option 2: | EDUCATION: Associate's degree or equivalent (60 semester or 90 quarter units) in Public or Business Administration, Planning, Economic Development, Project Management, or a closely related field. Transcripts (unofficial are acceptable) must be attached to the application for consideration. --AND-- EXPERIENCE: Four (4) years of professional level experience with a primary focus in housing development project management and community revitalization initiatives. Experience must include all stages of managing public infrastructure and capital improvement projects, including sidewalks, streets, parks, public facilities, and neighborhood redevelopment. |
| Option 3: | EDUCATION: Thirty (30) semester or forty-five (45) quarter units of completed college coursework in Public or Business Administration, Planning, Economic Development, Project Management, or a closely related field. Transcripts (unofficial are acceptable) must be attached to the application for consideration. --AND-- EXPERIENCE: Five (5) years of professional level experience with a primary focus in housing development project management and community revitalization initiatives. Experience must include all stages of managing public infrastructure and capital improvement projects, including sidewalks, streets, parks, public facilities, and neighborhood redevelopment. |
Note: Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.
The ideal background for this position consists of five (5) years of professional experience primarily focusing on project management, affordable housing development, housing finance, and public works. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with excellent written and verbal communication skills who can execute high-quality work under tight deadlines in a team environment.
Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess experience in the following:
Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess experience in the following:
- Experience administering Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) or other HUD-funded programs
- Knowledge of federal compliance requirements, including environmental review, labor standards, procurement, and national objective eligibility
- Experience managing public infrastructure or community revitalization capital projects from planning through completion
- Experience in affordable housing asset management, including oversight of regulatory compliance, operating performance, capital planning, and long-term portfolio preservation
- Experience reviewing property financial statements, operating budgets, reserve accounts, insurance requirements, tenant eligibility documentation, and physical inspection reports
- Knowledge of affordable housing regulatory requirements, including affordability covenants, loan agreements, regulatory agreements, and federal and state compliance requirements
- Experience supporting ownership transactions such as refinances, resyndications, acquisitions, dispositions, and loan reconveyances
- Creatively applying for or attracting new funding to advance the County's community revitalization initiatives
- Ability to coordinate effectively with cities, community partners, contractors, and internal departments
- Strong project management, budgeting, and contract administration skills
- Experience preparing Board items, staff reports, and public-facing materials
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Computer applications (Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook)
Examination Procedure:
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in your Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. It is to your advantage to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Do not refer to a resume as it will not be reviewed.
Application Procedure:
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00PM, Friday, September 18, 2026.
Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
All communications regarding the recruitment process will be via e-mail. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your Government Jobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from e-mail addresses with the following domain: "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment.
If you require technical assistance, please review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy.
For important applicant information, review the County Employment Process.
Skills
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