Grants Assistant - Community Development & Housing
Grants Assistant - Community Development & Housing
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$ 42535 - 51700
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Why Join Team SB
- Join the City of San Bernardino as a Grants Assistant and play a vital role in supporting programs that uplift neighborhoods empower nonprofits and improve quality of life for residents. If youre detail-oriented community-minded and eager to grow in public service this is your opportunity to be part of something meaningful.
About the City:
As a future member of our team youll be joining a city with deep roots cultural diversity and exciting momentum. Located in the heart of Southern Californias Inland Empire San Bernardino is the county seat and largest city in San Bernardino County home to more than 222000 residents. Its rich history shaped by Native American Mexican and Spanish influences continues to inspire the citys evolving identity.San Bernardino offers access to major transit corridors natural beauty and a wide range of housing and lifestyle options. Its a place where public service careers are supported by a strong sense of community and purpose and where motivated professionals can grow contribute and be part of something meaningful.
About the Position:
The Grants Assistant plays an important support role in the City of San Bernardinos Community Development and Housing Department helping to administer and implement federally funded programs that directly impact the quality of life for local residents. This position primarily assists with the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and other housing and community-based grants providing administrative and coordination support to ensure compliance timely fund usage and successful project delivery.Working under direct supervision the Grants Assistant collaborates with internal departments non-profit partners and community stakeholders to help facilitate grant-funded activities that address critical needs such as housing public services and neighborhood improvements. From processing invoices and preparing reports to engaging with community organizations this position is ideal for someone who values public service and wants to help strengthen San Bernardinos neighborhoods through effective grant management and community investment.
This recruitment is being conducted to establish an eligibility list for potential future vacancies. What Youll Be Doing Here
The Ideal Candidate:
Grants Knowledge: Understands the basics of federally funded programs such as CDBG ESG and HOME; is familiar with the documentation reporting and compliance requirements associated with grant administration.
Organizational Skills: Keeps track of multiple deadlines program activities and financial documents with accuracy and attention to detail; ensures timely and efficient processing of invoices contracts and reports.
Communication Abilities: Maintains clear professional communication with community partners non-profits and internal staff; drafts reports and correspondence that are concise and compliant.
Community-Focused: Takes pride in contributing to programs that directly benefit low- and moderate-income residents local service providers and neighborhood development efforts.
Tech Proficiency: Uses Microsoft 365 tools (Word Excel Outlook Teams) and specialized systems like IDIS to maintain documentation track expenditures and support reporting.
Team Player: Supports the Grant Fund Coordinator and collaborates with staff across departments; contributes to a positive and productive work environment with flexibility and reliability.
A Day in the Life Consists of:
As a Grants Assistant in the Community Development and Housing Department your work helps ensure that federal funds are used efficiently and compliantly to strengthen neighborhoods and improve lives. Your typical day includes:
Assisting with the tracking and reporting of CDBG HOME and ESG program activities.
Coordinating with subrecipients and community organizations to gather performance data and invoices.
Drafting and submitting program reports financial documentation and communications.
Supporting public outreach and engagement with local nonprofits and stakeholders.
Processing requests for reimbursements and maintaining accurate records for audits and reviews.
Updating systems like IDIS with project data and funding information.
Participating in department meetings and contributing ideas to improve processes and community impact.
Providing general administrative and clerical support to the Grant Fund Coordinator and department staff.
For more information on this position pleaseclick hereto view the job description.What You Need to Qualify
Education and Experience:
Associates degree in finance public or business administration or a closely related field; and some experience working in the coordination and administration of grants and grant programs; or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.
Licenses Certifications and Equipment:
A valid State drivers license is required.
Knowledgeof- Public relations.
- Making public presentations.
- Use of computers.
- Federal state and local laws regulations and court decisions applicable to assigned areas of responsibility.
- Research methods and analysis techniques.
- Principles and practices of sound business communication.
- Record keeping practices and procedures applicable to areas of assigned responsibility.
Skill in- Communicating effectively orally and in writing.
- Maintaining files records and documentation.
- Participating in the compilation research analysis and preparation of planning related technical and statistical reports and data.
- Establishing and maintaining effective relationships.
Recruitment Timeline
This recruitment will close on Sunday June 8 2025 at 11:59pm or until a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Applications review: Week of June 9 2025
1st Interview: Week of June 16 2025 or agreed upon date by both HR recruiter & Dept (TENTATIVE)
2nd Interview: Week of June 23 2025 or agreed upon date by both HR recruiter & Dept (TENTATIVE)**All dates are subject to change at the discretion of the personnel officer**
How to Apply and What to Expect Next
All applicants are required to submit an online application through the Citys official website at .This recruitment will remain open until June 8 2025 at 11:59 PM or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Applications must be fully completed and clearly demonstrate that the minimum qualifications for the position are met. All information provided is subject to review investigation and verification. While resumes may be uploaded as supplemental documentation they will not be accepted in place of a fully completed City application.
Following the initial screening the most qualified candidates whose backgrounds best match the needs of the City will be invited to continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement. Candidates will remain under consideration until a final selection is made and an offer is accepted. The City of San Bernardino reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time and may determine that none of the applicants including those who meet the minimum qualifications are suitable for the position.
Successful candidates shall be required to:
- Pass a reference and background verification. References will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.
- Degree verification
- Pass a pre-employment medical exam and Drug screen.
- Starting salary based on education and/or experience and internal equity.
E-Verify Participation
The City of San Bernardino participates in the E-Verify program. In compliance with federal law all employers are required to verify the identity and employment eligibility of individuals hired to work in the United States.
Accordingly the City will provide information from each new employees Form I-9 to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm authorization to work in the United States.
For more information about E-Verify please visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website at
Disclaimers
The City of San Bernardino is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City follows a nepotism policy which may impact hiring decisions if an applicant has relatives currently employed by the City.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) the City provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Each request is evaluated on a case-by-case basis. To request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department directly at .
This bulletin is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract expressed or implied. Its contents may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice.
For questions regarding this recruitment contact Human Resources at Additional information is available at .
Employment Type
Full-Time
