City of San Antonio

City of San Antonio

Special Projects Manager

San Antonio, TX | $78K - $117K

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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
  • Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in planning, business, finance, or a related field
  • Two (2) years of supervisory experience
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Knowledge of administrative and management practices
  • Knowledge of research techniques, methods, and procedures
  • Knowledge of presentation requirements and methods
  • Knowledge of accounting methods, practices, and procedures
  • Knowledge of public administration practices and local government issues
  • Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs
  • Ability to operate a computer and other basic office equipment
  • Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals
  • Ability to prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports
  • Ability to interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations
  • Ability to implement policies and procedures
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, management and the general public
  • Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations
  • Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment with occasional exposure to hazardous materials, bodily fluids, infectious diseases and unfavorable fumes, vapors and odors

Responsibilities

  • Conducts research, provides data, makes recommendations, and implements solutions to achieve project goals and objectives
  • Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff
  • Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Manages and coordinates projects and activities between various divisions, City departments, public agencies, and/or private sector representatives
  • Seeks and evaluates information from a variety of sources; provides specialized reports as requested by management
  • Oversees coordination between divisions/departments throughout duration of projects
  • Prepares and delivers presentations
  • Coordinates and prepares reports and correspondence in response to requests for information from City Manager's Office and Mayor & Council Offices; may also prepare City Council agenda material such as ordinances, council memos, etc
  • Suggests and implements management solutions to address new or ongoing problems within department or division
  • May assist in preparing and monitoring of annual departmental or divisional budget
  • Serves as departmental/divisional representative at conferences and meetings
  • May supervise, train, and evaluate staff, with continuous conversations, listening and communicating through various methods
  • Projects assigned may include occasionally lifting/carrying up to 15 pounds and visiting different departments or work sites
  • Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required

Company information

City of San Antonio - Vibrant & Thriving San Antonio is a vibrant city with a thriving economy, deep cultural heritage and communities that are compassionate, inclusive and proudly diverse. It is the seventh largest city in the United States and one of the strongest fiscally managed cities in the country, nurturing entrepreneurship, encouraging investment and funding infrastructure. The City fosters partnership and growth opportunities in aerospace, bioscience, cybersecurity, green technologies, healthcare, and information technology. San Antonio’s famed Riverwalk and Alamo are the top tourist attractions in Texas, and its historic missions are a designated World Heritage Site – the first and only in Texas. Proudly called Military City, USA®, San Antonio is home to one of the largest populations of active duty military and veterans, as well as mission-critical commands, including military medicine, cybersecurity, pilot training and basic training. For more information, visit SanAntonio.gov and follow @COSAGov on social.

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10,001+ employees
Information Technology, Retail, Financial Services, Manufacturing, Construction, Technology, Hospitality, Education, Healthcare, Government
Government Agency
Last round: Aug 7, 2022
Last round: US$ 3.0M
San Antonio, Texas