Housing Loan Coordinator (Grant Funded)
Salary
$52,732.94 - $79,099.54 Annually
Location
100 W HOUSTON ST, SAN ANTONIO, 78205, TX
Job Type
4A Full-Time
Job Number
2026-01088
Department
Neighborhood & Housing Services
Opening Date
07/23/2026
Closing Date
8/6/2026 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded
Yes
FLSA Status
Exempt
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
Job Summary
Under direction, is responsible for the coordination of the intake, review, and processing of housing loan applications and program marketing for the Down Payment Assistance (DPA) and Home Rehabilitation programs. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment. May exercise 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 St., San Antonio, TX 78205
Work Hours
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday
Essential Job Functions
- Coordinates the day-to-day operation of the Down Payment Assistance Homebuyer program.
- Actively markets the Down Payment Assistance program to the general public, community groups, partner agencies, etc.
- Resolves conflicts that arise with applicants, lenders, title companies, and realtors regarding the down payment assistance program.
- Ensures applications for assistance are complete and reviews applications.
- Determines applicant eligibility (income, availability of funds, etc).
- Computes the amount of assistance available to applicant and prepares all documents required to issue commitment and schedules appointment for execution of documents.
- Explains conditions of assistance and program to applicants at commitment.
- Orders site specific property inspections, lead base paint inspections, and environmental reviews.
- Notifies realtor/owner/buyer of inspection and review results.
- Prepares legal documents for closing and ensures that all documents and follow up are complete before releasing funds for closing.
- Schedules and attends loan closings once eligibility is determined, funds have been reserved, and vendors have confirmed availability.
- Assists title company with balancing Closing Disclosure to ensure accuracy of final closing costs due to or from buyers.
- Responsible for maintaining related logs and records and preparing necessary reports.
- Conducts training sessions for realtors and mortgage companies who wish to participate in the program.
- Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
Job Requirements
- Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university.
- Two (2) years of experience in mortgage loan processing and underwriting.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingual in English/Spanish.
- Experience determining income eligibility for housing programs.
- Experience in mortgage loan processing and underwriting.
- Experience working within a team.
- Bilingual in English/Spanish.
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 principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management
- Knowledge of housing programs and assistance available to customers.
- Knowledge of loan processing practices and procedures.
- Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
- Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
- Ability to prepare accurate and concise reports.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.
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?
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 experience do you have in mortgage loan processing and underwriting?
- 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 experience do you have determining household income for publicly funded programs?
- 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 +
07
Are you bilingual in English and Spanish?
08
How would you rate your ability to speak Spanish?
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- Fluent
- None of the above
09
How would you rate your ability to read Spanish?
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- Fluent
- None of the above
10
Describe your experience determining income eligibility for housing programs. If you do not have experience answer, "n/a".
11
Describe your experience dealing with realtors, mortgage companies, and title companies. Please provide a detailed explanation. If you do not have experience, answer "n/a".
12
Proficient management of loan documentation requires the ability to organize tasks and maintain comprehensive records of the transaction. Please provide a detailed example of a task you completed that required you to exhibit these traits. 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.)
14
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.
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