Senior Program Analyst - Trauma Informed Practice Liaison (Grant Funded)

City of San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

City of San Antonio, through the SAMHD, seeks a grant-funded Program Analyst to develop, analyze, and evaluate operations, processes, and systems for a City department program in San Antonio, TX. The role focuses on delivering efficient services and may involve supervision of staff and at-will employment terms.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and two years of program/policy analysis experience, with knowledge of government procedures, budgeting, and data analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Two years of experience in program or policy analysis, development, and/or management.
• Knowledge of governmental procedures and policies.
• Knowledge of management study principles, project management methods and data analysis.
• Knowledge of government processes, regulations, and standards.

Responsibilities

• Gathers, interprets, analyzes, and evaluates program data related to performance metrics and compliance with established rules and regulations.
• Interprets and communicates program guidelines and related City policies and procedures.
• Maintains and develops relationships with community and partner organizations regarding program initiatives.
• Assists in managing budgets and resources to ensure programs meet scope, guidelines, and budget.
• Monitors compliance with established program requirements associated with contracts and/or grants.
• Identifies and prioritizes operational and technical needs and requirements.
• Implements and evaluates program operations, initiatives, and services.
• Assists in developing and participating in community outreach related to program initiatives and services.
• Assists in coordinating with relevant department and city staff regarding program needs.
• Assists in the preparation of the annual departmental and/or divisional budget.
• May supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
• Prepares written reports, summaries, and presentations on program plans and performance metrics.

Skills

Data analysis

Budgeting

Project management

Policy analysis

Communication

Government procedures

Supervising staff

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Under direction, develops, analyzes, and evaluates the operations, processes, and systems related to a specific City or department program. Performs moderately complex professional tasks in support of program operations and works to deliver services efficiently and effectively. May exercise 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.

The San Antonio Metro Health District (SAMHD) provides public health services to clients, which may include risk for exposure to and possible transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases. Staff in high-risk positions will be required to obtain relevant immunizations, per SAMHD Policy DM 13.2. Review and consideration will be given to requests for exemption from this policy.

SAMHD is committed to advancing health equity throughout the community and to creating a work environment in which all staff feel valued, respected, and accepted. Per SAMHD Policy DM 15.1, all staff are expected to apply a health equity lens to programs, services, and decision making that directly impact the communities we serve.

Work Location

City Tower - 100 W. Houston Street, San Antonio, TX 78205

Work Hours

7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

• Gathers, interprets, analyzes, and evaluates program data related to performance metrics and compliance with established rules and regulations.
• Interprets and communicates program guidelines and related City policies and procedures.
• Maintains and develops relationships with community and partner organizations regarding program initiatives.
• Assists in managing budgets and resources to ensure programs meet scope, guidelines, and budget.
• Monitors compliance with established program requirements associated with contracts and/or grants.
• Identifies and prioritizes operational and technical needs and requirements.
• Implements and evaluates program operations, initiatives, and services.
• Assists in developing and participating in community outreach related to program initiatives and services.
• Assists in coordinating with relevant department and city staff regarding program needs.
• Assists in the preparation of the annual departmental and/or divisional budget.
• May supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
• Prepares written reports, summaries, and presentations on program plans and performance metrics.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years of experience in program or policy analysis, development, and/or management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Applied Knowledge and Skills on Trauma Informed Principles.

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 of governmental procedures and policies.
• Knowledge of management study principles, project management methods and data analysis.
• Knowledge of government processes, regulations, and standards.
• Knowledge of computer software and hardware applications.
• Knowledge of budget and accounting principles.
• Knowledge of general statistical and quantitative methods.
• Skill in data collection methods.
• Skill in problem-solving and critical thinking.
• Ability to analyze and recommend solutions to management.
• Ability to assist in the preparation of budgets and accounting systems.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic computer equipment.
• Ability to develop and implement innovations towards improving the department's operations and delivery of services.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate new programs.
• Ability to supervise, evaluate, and monitor performance in accordance with City policies and procedures.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position with or without accommodations.
• Ability to work primarily in an office environment.