Content Project Manager Jobs in Laredo, TX (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $17.37 Hourly
Location : Laredo, TX
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: A269710-2
Department: Community Development (36/39/50/69/80/83/89/90/91/92/93/94/96/97)
Division: Administration
Opening Date: 07/30/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Description
REVISED 8/11/2026
This position is grant funded. Therefore, it is solely dependent of availability of grant funds.
Conducts eligibility interviews for all applicants of the Housing Programs. Receives documentation and maintains associated records.
Essential Functions/ Job Competencies/ Physical Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Answers questions concerning Community Development Housing Program in person and on the telephone.
• Performs preliminary screening of all inquires to verify completion of the application and initial eligibility and verifies content of all applications.
• Submits eligible applications for funding; follows up on pending applications and notifies applicants of status; secures additional documentation from applicant as needed.
• Assists in marketing efforts for the Department's Housing Programs.
• Distributes preliminary inspection forms to Housing Rehab Inspectors.
• Manages delinquent accounts.
• Prepares monthly performance/status reports; sets up and updates project files on internal and external accounting systems.
• Processes contractors payments.
• Prepares semi-annual statements on all Housing accounts.
• Prepares requisitions for the purpose of materials, supplies, and services as needed.
• Receives loan payments in person and through mail; issues receipts; maintains ledgers of names, date, amount and receipt number; ensures payments are acknowledged and deposited.
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of practices of community assistance organizations and of project planning and development.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to exercise considerable judgment and initiative.
• Ability to coordinate the efforts of various agencies and interests for a common goal.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective public relations.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
• Required to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures

• Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
• Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
• Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
Seldom

• Confined space
• Warehouse environment

Sometimes

• Outdoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site
• Vehicles

Often

• Office or similar indoor environment

Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements
Seldom

• Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Communicable diseases

Sometimes

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Travel Position will require the employee to travel
Never:

• International travel

Seldom:

• Regional travel
• National travel

Sometimes:

• Local travel

Minimum Qualifications
Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• At least four (4) years of experience in bookkeeping, public administration, accounting, social work, office administration, housing programs, or related field.

Foreign Education:

• Applicants who have completed education outside of the United States must submit a foreign credential evaluation completed by a professional credential evaluation agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). The evaluation must verify the U.S. equivalency of the degree and identify the comparable U.S. degree level. Applicants are responsible for obtaining and submitting the required evaluation documentation.

Note: The City of Laredo is not responsible for any fees associated with obtaining a foreign credential evaluation or educational equivalency documentation.
Valid Licenses and Certifications
Required Licenses or Certifications

• Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.
Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable
City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.
The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees:

• 10 days of paid vacation per year
• 6 1/2 days sick leave per year
• Pension plan
• 16 paid Holidays
• Paid health*
• Dental plan*
• Life insurance*

*30 day waiting period
For a full description of our benefits, please visit our website at: under Employee Benefits
01
Are you a current regular full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee?

• I am a full-time City of Laredo employee
• I am a part-time City of Laredo
• I am not a full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee

02
What is your highest level of education?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30 completed college hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60 completed college hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD from an accredited college or university
• Juris Doctor from an accredited college or university
• Other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

03
Do you have at least four (4) years work experience in in bookkeeping, public administration, accounting, social work, office administration, housing programs, or related field?

• Yes
• No

04
From the experience you provided on your application, list the name of the agencies you performed bookkeeping, public administration, accounting, social work, office administration, housing programs, or related field experience with:Note: Do not answer this question with "See Resume" or "See Application". Doing so will automatically disqualify your application from the process.)
05
Are you aware and understand that the position you are applying for is a grant funded position that is solely dependent on available funds?

• Yes
• No

06
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Failure to complete all sections of your application, including the "Driver License", "Education", "Work Experience", "Certifications and Licenses" (if applicable), and "Agency-Wide Questions" will result in your application not being processed. Please complete the City's application to include all current and previous work history, relevant education, and any license(s)/certification information that may be required. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification for employment consideration.

• I have read and understand the above information
• I have read and do not understand the above information. I will contact the Human Resources Department for further explanation at (956) 791-7480.

Required Question