Housing Programs & Grants Specialist

Galveston; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Galveston is seeking a Housing Specialist to provide administrative and technical support for grant programs in the Department. The role includes receptionist duties, collecting eligibility documents, and coordinating loan closings alongside homeowners and contractors.

The position requires a high school diploma and at least five years of advanced staff support experience, including bookkeeping and loan processing. Local regulations and HUD reporting will be part of the responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Five years’ experience in advanced staff support, including bookkeeping and loan processing.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a receptionist for the Department; handles inquiries and maintains appointment schedules.
• Obtains eligibility documentation from applicants for CDBG/HOME programs and reviews eligibility.
• Coordinates the preparation of legal documents for loan and grant closings (notes, mortgages, escrow agreements).
• Facilitates pre-construction conferences with homeowners and contractors to implement contract documents.
• Facilitates and attends home buyer closings.
• Maintains financial records of program expenditures and prepares monthly reports.

Skills

Reception duties

Eligibility determination

Loan processing

Data entry

Record keeping

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Accounts payable software

Job description

City of Galveston is seeking a Housing Specialist to provide administrative and technical support for grant programs in the Department. The role includes receptionist duties, collecting eligibility documents, and coordinating loan closings alongside homeowners and contractors.

The position requires a high school diploma and at least five years of advanced staff support experience, including bookkeeping and loan processing. Local regulations and HUD reporting will be part of the responsibilities.