GLIDE is a nationally recognized center for social justice, dedicated to fighting systemic injustices, creating pathways out of poverty and crisis, and transforming lives. Through its integrated comprehensive services, advocacy initiatives, and inclusive community, GLIDE empowers individuals, families, and children to achieve stability and to thrive. GLIDE is on the forefront of addressing some of society’s most pressing issues, including poverty, housing and homelessness, and racial and social justice. GLIDE’s mission is to create a radically inclusive, just, and loving community mobilized to alleviate suffering and break the cycles of poverty and marginalization.

Position Summary:

The Director of Grants, Contracts & Financial Compliance (internally known as the Director of Grants & Contracts) provides strategic leadership and oversight of the organization's government contracts, grants, and restricted funding portfolio, including financial compliance, contract billing, reimbursement processes, budget oversight, and fiscal risk management. This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with all federal, state, local, and private funding requirements while maximizing reimbursement, minimizing organizational risk, and supporting program success.

The position involves driving important financial and operational insights with senior leaders and requires strong management skills. They will mentor and manage the contract team to provide strong Programs, Development, Finance, and Accounting partnerships. The ideal candidate will have a deep background in government-funded financial management, grants and contracts administration, financial compliance, and general business analysis, with demonstrated experience managing teams and collaborating across functions.

GLIDE’s buildings are located in the Tenderloin neighborhood.  GLIDE maintains an "open door" policy to the community and its clients, who frequently enter and leave the building.