Health Program Manager - Grant Funded

City of San Antonio • Tx 78217, TX

7h • Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, the Health Program Manager performs administrative-level work managing a division within the City's Health Department, including administration of health-related programs. The role supervises assigned staff and oversees program activities, compliance, budgets, and community outreach. Work takes place primarily indoors and in the field at the Metro Health Office, Lady Bird Johnson Park, 10500 Nacogdoches Road, San Antonio, Texas 78217. The stated work hours are 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

This is a grant-funded, unclassified position with no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. Employment is at will and may be terminated at any time for any reason. SAMHD staff may face risk of exposure to and possible transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases; staff in high-risk positions must obtain relevant immunizations under SAMHD Policy DM 13.2, with requests for exemption subject to review. Staff are expected to apply a health equity lens to programs, services, and decisions affecting the communities served, consistent with SAMHD Policy DM 15.1.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with preferred coursework in Counseling, Health, Education, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field.
• Five years of health program experience, including three years of administrative or managerial experience.
• Valid Class C Texas Driver's License.
• 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, including knowledge of budget preparation and administration.
• Knowledge of federal regulations.
• Skill in utilizing basic office equipment.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions related to the 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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and review the activities of the assigned program or division.
• Supervise assigned staff.
• Monitor activities and ensure compliance with state and local policies.
• Develop and administer the division budget.
• Develop, implement, and update community outreach strategy.
• Coordinate the purchase of equipment and supplies.
• Monitor changes in local demographics and adjust the program to effectively target eligible individuals.
• Perform related duties and fulfill responsibilities as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager