Grants Administrator (Grant Funded)

Grants Administrator (Grant Funded)

Salary

$109,627.70 - $165,707.10 Annually

Location

100 W HOUSTON ST, SAN ANTONIO, 78205, TX

Job Type

4A Full-Time

Job Number

2026-01132

Department

Neighborhood & Housing Services

Opening Date

06/25/2026

Closing Date

7/16/2026 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Exempt

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Job Summary

Under administrative direction, is responsible for planning, directing, managing, and overseeing the activities and operations of the Office of Grants Monitoring & Administration, including the management of Federal government funding for housing and economic development. Coordinates assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies; and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support. Working conditions are in an office environment. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

This position is a "grant funded" position, therefore unclassified, and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

Work Location

City Tower - 100 W Houston Street San Antonio, TX 78205

Work Schedule

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday

Essential Job Functions

• Manages all services and activities, including the administration of Federal government funding for housing and economic development; and recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Manages the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for each assigned service area; establishes, within City policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; and allocates resources accordingly.
• Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assesses and monitors workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; and identifies opportunities for improvement, and directs the implementation of changes.
• May be required to represent assigned department, and outside agencies; explains, justifies, and defends programs, policies, and activities; and negotiates and resolves sensitive, significant, and controversial issues.
• Selects, motivates, and evaluates staff; provides or coordinates training and works with employees to correct deficiencies; and implements and administers disciplinary and termination procedures.
• Plans, directs, and coordinates, through subordinate-level staff, the work plan; meets with management staff to identify and resolve problems; assigns projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; and reviews and evaluates work methods and procedures.
• Manages and participates in the development and administration of assigned budget; estimates funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; directs the monitoring and approval of expenditures; and directs the preparation and implementation of budgetary adjustments as necessary.
• Coordinates activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations; provides staff assistance to executive level management staff; and prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary communications.
• Writes and edits communication materials for the Departments executive management team, including ordinances and contracts.
• May attend City Council meetings and takes necessary action regarding Council agenda items.
• Reviews HUD regulations to determine alignment with local City goals; and conducts annual program and fiscal audit to assist HUD with its annual review.
• Provides staff support to a variety of boards and commissions; attends and participates in professional group meetings; and stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the fields of community development and social services.
• Responds to and resolves sensitive inquiries and complaints from both internal and external sources.
• Extensive communication with staff, City departments, and outside agencies is performed by various methods using basic office equipment in the Grant monitoring, funding and administration responsibilities.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Masters Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Eight (8) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in the field of community development, including three (3) years of administrative or supervisory responsibility. Some experience in public housing is desirable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the administration and compliance of federal funds from the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), including the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME), Emergency Solutions Grants (ESP), Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA), and the Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP).

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of operational characteristics, services, and activities of community development programs.
• Knowledge of organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs.
• Knowledge of advanced principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
• Knowledge of principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Knowledge of organization, function, and authority of various City departments.
• Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, statutes, and regulations.
• Knowledge of City Council mandates and municipal needs.
• Knowledge of HUD policies, procedures, and programs.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to develop, implement, and administer goals, objectives, and procedures for providing effective and efficient services for the City.
• Ability to analyze problems, provide alternatives, identify solutions in support of established goals, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations.
• Ability to identify and respond to community and City Council issues, concerns, and needs.
• Ability to prepare and administer a complex departmental budget and allocate limited resources in a cost-effective manner.
• Ability to research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Ability to provide administrative and professional leadership and direction to subordinate staff.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to prepare and present clear and concise administrative and financial reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and officials, other government officials, community groups, the general public, and media representatives.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.

01

Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02

Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

03

Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

05

What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
• Masters Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

06

How many years of increasingly responsible professional experience in the field of community development do you have?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years
• 11 years
• 12 years
• 13 years
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• 19 years
• 20 years or more

07

How many years of administrative or supervisory responsibility in the field of community development do you have?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years or more

08

Describe your experience managing complex public-sector or federally funded budgets. Include how you have developed spending plans, monitored and tracked expenditures, reconciled financial activity, and ensured adherence to fund-specific rules. Also discuss any experience with financial modeling, forecasting, multi-year budget planning, or analyzing funding scenarios to support policy or program decisions. If you do not have this experience, please respond with N/A.

09

Describe a time when you led a significant improvement to a grants management, compliance, or financial monitoring process within your organization. What systemic issue or operational barrier did you identify? What strategic steps did you take to implement the change, and how did your solution strengthen regulatory compliance or enhance the effectiveness of HUD-funded (or similarly regulated) programs across the organization? If you do not have this experience, please respond with N/A.

10

Describe the key skills you rely on to manage complex grants or federally regulated funding programs successfully. In your response, discuss your experience with strategic planning, compliance oversight, financial management, team coordination, and stakeholder communication. How have these skills enabled you to lead high-stakes grant programs effectively, even in fast-paced or highly regulated environments? If you do not have this experience, please respond with N/A.

11

I acknowledge this position is grant funded. (Positions that are "grant funded" are unclassified and have no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission and are likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.)

• I acknowledge.

12

I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.

Required Question

Employer City of San Antonio

Address Human Resources Department

San Antonio, Texas, 78205

Phone 210-207-8705

Website http://www.sanantonio.gov/HR/CareerCenter.aspx