Health Program Manager - Grant Funded

Health Program Manager - Grant Funded

Salary

$81,805.88 - $125,641.10 Annually

Location

10500 NACAGDOCHES RD, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78217, TX

Job Type

4C Full-Time

Job Number

2027-00211

Department

SA Metro Health District

Opening Date

11/06/2026

Closing Date

11/16/2026 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

Yes

FLSA Status

Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Summary

Under general direction, is responsible for performing administrative level work managing a division for the Citys Health Department, to include the administration of health related programs for the Department. Working conditions are primarily in an inside environment and out in the field. 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.

The San Antonio Metro Health District (SAMHD) provides public health services to clients, which may include risk for exposure to and possible transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases. Staff in high-risk positions will be required to obtain relevant immunizations, per SAMHD Policy DM 13.2. Review and consideration will be given to requests for exemption from this policy.

SAMHD is committed to advancing health equity throughout the community and to creating a work environment in which all staff feel valued, respected, and accepted. Per SAMHD Policy DM 15.1, all staff are expected to apply a health equity lens to programs, services, and decision making that directly impact the communities we serve.

Work Location

Metro Health Office, Lady Bird Johnson Park - 10500 Nacogdoches Road, San Antonio, TX 78217

Work Hours

7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

Essential Job Functions

• Plans, directs, and reviews the activities of the assigned program/division.
• Supervises assigned staff.
• Monitors activities and ensures compliance with State and local policies.
• Develops and administers division budget.
• Develops, implements, and updates strategy for community outreach.
• Coordinates purchase of equipment and supplies.
• Monitors changes in local demographics and adjusts program to effectively target eligible individuals.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university with preferable coursework in Counseling, Health, Education, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of health program experience, to include three (3) years of administrative/managerial experience.
• Valid Class C Texas Drivers License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with strategic planning.
• Ability to convene staff from different teams to collaboratively develop solutions and processes.

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 clinical staffing requirements and effective patient flow.
• Knowledge of administrative and management practices.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
• Knowledge of Federal regulations.
• Knowledge of budget preparation and administration.
• Skill in utilizing basic office equipment.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions related to program.
• Ability to interpret and apply administrative and departmental policies and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and citizens.
• Ability to direct the activities of a large number of employees.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to perform 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 veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SAR2W) 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

04

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

05

How many years of health program experience do you have?

• None
• Less than one 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
• 14 years
• 15 years +

06

How many years of administrative or managerial experience do you have with health programs?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years +

07

Do you have a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

08

Are you a current or former Metro Health intern/practicum student?

• Yes, I am a current intern/practicum student
• Yes, i am a former intern/practicum student
• No, I have not been an intern/practicum student at Metro Health

09

If you are a former intern/practicum student, please select the timeframe in which you completed your internship/practicum at Metro Health:

• Within the last 6 months
• Within the last 7-12 months
• Within the last 13-24 months
• More than 24 months
• Not Applicable

10

Do you have experience facilitating meetings and developing consensus among participants?

• Yes
• N0

11

Please provide an example of a multidisciplinary or cross-functional project that you coordinated and led. Describe your role, the stakeholders involved, the challenges encountered, and the outcome of the project. If you do not have experience, answer "N/A".

12

Describe a time when you convened staff from multiple teams, departments, or disciplines to address a challenge or improve a process. What was your approach, and what was the outcome? If you do not have experience, answer "N/A".

13

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.

14

I understand that The San Antonio Metro Health District (SAMHD) provides public health services to clients, which may include risk for exposure to and possible transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases. Staff in high-risk positions will be required to obtain relevant immunizations, per SAMHD Policy DM 13.2. Review and consideration will be given to requests for exemption from this policy.

• Agree
• Disagree

15

I understand that the San Antonio Metro Health District is committed to advancing health equity throughout the community and to creating a work environment in which all staff feel valued, respected, and accepted. Per SAMHD Policy DM 15.1, all staff are expected to apply a health equity lens to programs, services, and decision making that directly impact the communities we serve.

• Agree
• Disagree

16

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