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Compliance and Grants Manager Jobs in Brownsville, TX at Good Neighbor Settlement House, Inc
Compliance and Grants Manager
Job Description
Job Title: Compliance and Grants Manager
Organization: Good Neighbor Settlement House
Location: Brownsville, Texas
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Executive Director and Finance Director
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Organizational Overview
Good Neighbor Settlement House is a nonprofit organization committed to fostering a thriving, compassionate community in Brownsville and the surrounding areas. We provide essential services, including food assistance, shelter, health navigation, and support programs for individuals and families experiencing hardship. Our mission is grounded in dignity, equity, and justice.
Position Overview
The Compliance and Grants Manager will play a key role in supporting the organization’s sustainability and integrity by overseeing grants management, ensuring regulatory and contract compliance, and supporting the finance team in reporting and tracking. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, mission-driven professional with a passion for supporting impactful community work through strong systems and accountability.
Primary Duties and Key ResponsibilitiesGrants Management & Compliance
● Oversee the full lifecycle of grants: research, application, reporting, renewal, and close-out.
● Maintain a comprehensive grants calendar and ensure timely submission of proposals and reports.
● Work with program staff to collect required data and outcomes for reporting.
● Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and private grant requirements.
● Develop and maintain internal systems and tools for tracking grant deliverables and deadlines.
● Assist with program audits and monitor grant-funded projects for adherence to budgets and objectives.
Organizational Compliance
● Monitor and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations relevant to nonprofit operations.
● Assist in developing and updating organizational policies and procedures.
● Coordinate staff training and document retention for compliance-related topics.
● Support risk management and organizational assessments as needed.
Finance & Accounting Support
● Work closely with the Finance Director to ensure financial reporting for grants aligns with funder requirements.
● Track restricted funds and expenditures across multiple funding streams.
● Assist with budget preparation for grant proposals and renewals.
● Support in preparing documentation for audits and financial reviews.
● Provide general administrative and reconciliation support to the finance department.
Qualifications
● Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Accounting, Nonprofit Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
● Minimum of 3 years experience in nonprofit grants management, compliance, or related fields.
● Working knowledge of grant-funding regulations and nonprofit financial practices.
● Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and grant-management tools preferred.
● Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
● Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
● Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred.
Work Environment and Culture
Good Neighbor Settlement House is a collaborative and community-centered organization. We value integrity, respect, service, and equity. Staff work closely across departments to meet the needs of our clients and ensure program success.
Compensation and Benefits
● Salary commensurate with experience
● Health benefits
● Paid time off and holidays
● Professional development opportunities
To Apply:
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and three references to [insert contact email or application link]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 – $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Brownsville, TX 78520 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Brownsville, TX 78520: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Compliance and Grants Manager
Company: Good Neighbor Settlement House, Inc
Location: Brownsville, TX
