Nutrition Program Manager Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $19.07 Hourly
Location : VARIOUS LOCATIONS ACROSS SAN ANTONIO, TX
Job Type: 4C Part-Time
Job Number: 2026-01226
Department: Department of Human Services
Opening Date: 08/12/2026
Closing Date: 8/26/2026 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded: Yes
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Summary
Under direction, is responsible for coordinating the delivery and serving of daily meals for elderly citizens in a Senior Center setting. Conducts Nutrition Risk Assessments and Consumer Needs Evaluations in support of nutrition program requirements. May be responsible for functional supervision over nutrition program volunteers.
This position is a "grant funded" position, therefore unclassified and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.
Work Location
Harlandale Senior Center or any of the City's Senior Centers and/or Nutrition sites.
Work Hours
8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Monday - Friday; work days and hours vary, 20 hours per week.
Essential Job Functions

• Directs, oversees, and supervises the delivery and serving of hot meals to site participants based on center allotments.
• Completes Nutritional Risk Assessments and Consumer Needs Evaluations to identify participants' risk of malnutrition and dietary deficiencies.
• Provides recommendations for additional services as needed.

• Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports related to reimbursement requests, attendance, supplies, daily meal counts, daily menus, storeroom issues, vendor ordering, and home-delivered meals.
• Trains and provides technical assistance to volunteers.
• Unloads and sorts food commodities from pallets; assembles food boxes and packages for distribution to Senior Center members, which requires lifting and carrying materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• Five (5) years customer service experience.
• First aid and CPR certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience in community or social work supervisory responsibilities.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Applicant Information

• 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.
• 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. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• 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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of procedures necessary for operation of a large-scale food service, including food sanitation and food safety.
• Knowledge of behavioral characteristics including food preferences and eating habits of older adults.
• Knowledge of basic first aid procedures.
• Knowledge of standard program evaluation methods and report writing.
• Ability to utilize data management systems.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to deal effectively with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive reports on program activities.
• Ability to supervise and train staff.
• Ability to interpret and apply program policies, procedures and rules and regulations.
• Ability to perform all the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodations.
• Ability to work primarily in an office environment.

Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.
For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:
Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information
The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.
If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.
01
Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02
Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

03
Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SAR2W) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

04
What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) 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, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

05
How many years of experience do you have in customer service?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

06
Do you have a current First Aid and CPR Certification?

• Yes
• No

07
Depending on the program needs and events, I understand for this position I will be required to work at the Harlandale Senior Center or any of the City's senior centers and/or nutrition sites.

• Yes
• No

08
How would you rate your ability to speak English?

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced
• Fluent
• None of the above

09
How would you rate your ability to speak Spanish?

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced
• Fluent
• None of the above

10
How many years of experience do you have working with the older adult population?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years +

11
Please describe your experience working with the older adult population. If you do not have experience, describe what you know about the older adult population.
12
How many years of experience do you have in community or social work supervisory responsibilities?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years +

13
Describe your experience in community or social work supervisory responsibilities. If you do not have related experience, answer N/A.
14
How many years of experience do you have working with a nutrition program?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years +

15
What are the greatest challenges the older adult population face today? How do you feel you can assist in this position?
16
I acknowledge this position is Grant Funded. (Positions that are "grant funded" are unclassified and have no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission and are likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.)

• I acknowledge.

17
I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.

Required Question