CDBG Administration-Housing Program Coordinator

City of McAllen, TX; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Longevity pay

Job summary

City of McAllen, TX seeks a Grants Assistant to support residents applying for HUD funding, review applications for eligibility, and monitor contracts arising from funded projects.

The role involves coordinating with agencies and beneficiaries, ensuring compliance and timely processing to maximize grant outcomes. Public administration experience is preferred, with knowledge of HUD guidelines a plus.

Job description

The purpose of this position is to assist individuals with the grant application process, review agencies and beneficiary's applications to determine funding eligibility, prepares and monitors contracts resulting from the implementation of projects primarily funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

About the Organization:

McAllen is one of the fastest growing cities in America with a population alone close to 148,000. Known for its tropical breezes, mild winter weather, brightly colored birds, and low cost of living, McAllen offers world-class nature tourism, outstanding arts and entertainment opportunities, great sporting and outdoor activities, enchanting cultural diversity and a lively spirit. It is the home to an international airport, world birding center, symphony orchestra, performing arts center, twenty-five parks and year-round family-friendly events. It is driven by its Mission of consistently providing high quality services and quality of life to all who live, work and visit the City of McAllen and three core values: Integrity, Accountability, and Commitment. It is devoted to truth and honesty, providing courteous, open and responsible public service, and dedicated to responsiveness and excellence.

About the Benefits:

The City provides an excellent array of benefits including but not limited to retirement (2:1 matching), health/dental/vision insurance, paid vacation, sick and medical leave, funeral leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, life insurance and longevity pay.