Human Services Administrator - Youth Success

City of San Antonio•78205, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under administrative direction, is responsible for providing overall leadership in the planning, implementation, evaluation, and performance of programs and initiatives aimed to improve the education and life-long success of children and youth. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff. This position is an "unclassified" position 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.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
Five (5) years' experience in human services program development and budget, including three (3) years of supervisory experience.
Valid Class "C" Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree from an accredited college or university.
Must have a strong passion for working with youth.

Responsibilities

Administers and manages the programs and initiatives of the youth success division within the Department of Human Services, including but are not limited to, the NXT Level Youth Opportunity Center, Project Worth, Ambassador Summer Internship program and three commissions.
Manages the development of program planning, monitoring, and fiscal management of the programs and initiatives.
Manages and directs staff in the execution of Human Services goals and objectives.
Develops and implements budgets, cost containment procedures, and program improvement measures for area of responsibility.
Monitors related marketplace trends, conducts research, and makes appropriate recommendations that will add value to the Department of Human Services programs and practices.
Conducts presentations on specific Human Services related topics.
May serve as lead administrator over human services projects and programs outside of assigned area.
Manages the preparation of grant applications to ensure adequacy and timeliness.
Manages the preparation of all ordinances necessary to carry out division goals.
Coordinates contracts with Human Services partner agencies.
Coordinates and provides staff support to City Committees or Commissions.
Acts as official representative to City departments, City Manager's Office, elected officials, and outside agencies; explains, justifies, and defends programs, policies, and activities; and negotiates and resolves significant, sensitive, and controversial issues.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships within the administration to ensure adequate flow of information in all directions so that both staff and management employees are kept informed.
Monitors expenditures and documents unmet needs for supplemental requests and provides budget reports.
Selects, motivates, and evaluates staff; provides or coordinates training and work with employees to correct deficiencies; and implements and administers disciplinary and termination procedures.
Responds to and resolves sensitive inquiries and complaints from both internal and external sources.
Assumes significant responsibilities for the preparation and administration of assigned budget.
Participates in the development and implementation of goals and objectives for the division.
Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.