Senior Grant Manager- Human Rights Commission (1823)

Company Description

***This position has been re-opened to collect more applications. This position may close at any time but no sooner than 5:00pm on February 19, 2026. Compensation range for this position is $123,656- $150-280.***

Appointment Type: Category 18- Permanent Exempt position, special project-based position limited to no more than 3 years in duration. This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process, is considered "at will" and shall serve at the discretion of the Department Head.

Application Opening: 10/21/2025

Application Deadline: 11/4/2025

Compensation Range: $121,836- $148,070

Recruitment ID: RTF0158747-01147713

About the Human Rights Commission:

Rooted in community, the Human Rights Commission works in service of the City’s anti-discrimination laws by protecting civil rights, upholding dignity, and advancing equitable outcomes in San Francisco.  For more than 60 years, HRC has served its mandate to address the causes of and problems resulting from prejudice, intolerance, bigotry, and discrimination.

Established in 1964 by Mayor John F. Shelley as the Interim Committee on Human Relations, the Human Rights Commission is a department of the City & County of San Francisco.  The divisions and staff of the HRC secure, protect, and promote human and civil rights for all San Franciscans by:

• investigating and mediating discrimination complaints

• resolving community disputes and issues involving individual or systemic illegal discrimination

• providing technical assistance, information, referrals, and other supports related to human rights and social services to individuals, community groups, businesses, and government agencies

The Mayor of San Francisco may appoint up to 11 Commissioners to help develop policy at the HRC. Members of this public body represent diverse interests in the community and are able to leverage their professional and personal backgrounds to better address a wide range of issues impacting human and civil rights.

Job Description

INTRODUCTION

The San Francisco Human Rights Commission seeks an experienced and proactive (2) 1823 Senior Administrative Analyst (Sr. Grant Manager) to provide advanced oversight of grant-funded programs that address racial equity, social justice, and community resilience. Under general direction, the Senior Grant Manager leads critical, complex grant portfolios, coordinates city-funded service strategies, and ensures grantee accountability. This position requires sharp analytical thinking, sound judgment, and a strong sense of ownership over both fiscal and programmatic outcomes.

The two Sr. Grant Manager positions will oversee Evaluation & Impact or Foundation Partner Oversight.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

As a Senior Grant Manager, you will manage a portfolio of community-based grants with citywide impact. You will be responsible for ensuring performance, compliance, and spending integrity, while also working collaboratively across HRC teams and with community partners. You will lead problem-solving, identify risks and trends, and support grantees in aligning their services to public policy objectives and funding requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Oversight & Performance Monitoring

• Lead grant oversight efforts, including quarterly site visits, performance reviews, and data analysis for assigned grantees.
• Monitor program implementation to ensure services align with approved scopes and funding priorities.
• Support the development of performance metrics and use those metrics to track grantee progress.
• Prepare analytical reports and presentations on programmatic impact and risks to inform leadership decisions.
• Provide proactive technical assistance and coaching to support grantees in achieving goals.

Budget, Invoice, and Fiscal Review

• Review and approve invoices in accordance with citywide cost principles, funding conditions, and program design.
• Monitor grantee financial performance to prevent overspending or underspending.
• Identify and escalate budget deviations or invoice anomalies; recommend adjustments or corrective actions.
• Assist in grant and program budget development, reallocation, and forecasting.

Policy & Compliance Administration

• Ensure grantees adhere to city policies, legal obligations, and administrative expectations outlined in grant agreements.
• Communicate compliance expectations clearly and follow up on au