Eileen Schrandt
Rochester,NY
Summary
Mission-driven social services and housing executive with 20+ years of experience leading human service, community development, and affordable housing initiatives that expand opportunity and improve outcomes for low-income and underserved populations. Expertise spans affordable housing development & management, homelessness response, resident services, family support, workforce development, neighborhood revitalization, housing finance, regulatory compliance, and public-sector program administration. Recognized for building high-impact partnerships across government, nonprofit, philanthropic, and private-sector stakeholders to advance strategic priorities, innovation, and maximize organizational and community impact. Skilled in leading complex initiatives from planning and funding through implementation, compliance, evaluation, and sustainability.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior CD Housing Project Manager
GrantWorks Inc.
Austin, TX
06.2021 - Current
- Manage day-to-day oversight for multiple CDBG-DR funded housing and community resiliency projects in Texas from funding award through construction completion – including $132 Million in grants for eight housing development and rehabilitation projects and four community facilities.
- Develop project plans and manage project timelines and resources to ensure adherence to deadlines.
- Lead cross-functional teams to deliver successful project outcomes.
- Facilitate communication between stakeholders and team members.
- Oversee budget management and resource allocation processes.
- Monitor project progress to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality and regulatory standards.
- Function as primary liaison between clients, project partners and local, state and federal government agencies (HUD).
- Maintain all records and documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices, financials, and reports.
- Develop systems to integrate new funding types into GrantWorks service portfolio, including congressional earmarks.
Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Project Manager
TX Health and Human Services
Austin, TX
01.2018 - 05.2021
- Served on Executive Leadership Team, focusing on strategic and operational planning.
- Oversaw Texas’ early childhood intervention program implementation across multiple projects.
- Executed statewide rollout of coaching evidence-based practice to promote consistency, sustainability and improvement.
- Refined framework for systemic improvement plan, engaging 45 contractors and stakeholders for program enhancement.
- Organized annual grant application for ECI totaling $43 million, incorporating budget updates and stakeholder input.
- Secured personnel retention and SNAP education grants to support ECI programming initiatives.
- Drafted annual operating plan, facilitating staff input and prioritizing key projects.
- Coordinated special projects with Rice University’s Texas Policy Lab for cost-benefit analysis and ROI study.
Community Development Consultant
Housing Authority of the City of Austin
Austin, TX
11.2017 - 01.2018
- Secured tax credits for housing redevelopment through strategic outreach to residents and partners.
- Enhanced resident engagement in local and state government meetings to represent community voices.
- Cultivated resident leaders by applying community organizing strategies for Chalmers Courts redevelopment planning.
Director of Community Development
Housing Authority of the City of Austin
Austin, TX
01.2015 - 10.2017
- Directed staff of 19, including four department managers, to enhance operational efficiency.
- Planned and oversaw supportive service programs enabling residents to achieve self-sufficiency.
- Developed and managed property-specific and grant budgets ensuring financial accountability.
- Supervised comprehensive grantmaking process from relationship-building to program implementation, aligning with community needs.
- Cultivated partnerships with community leaders and social service agencies for collaborative initiatives.
- Led strategic planning efforts, establishing benchmarks and metrics for tracking program success.
- Managed workforce development and education programming at public housing training centers.
- Trained and supported advisory board consisting of residents and organizations as a 501(c)3 entity.
Choice Neighborhoods Project Manager
Housing Authority of the City of Austin
Austin, TX
11.2012 - 12.2014
- Led planning and development of revitalization plan for Rosewood Courts, enhancing access to neighborhood services.
- Coordinated community meetings to gather diverse stakeholder input.
- Designed and analyzed resident and neighborhood needs assessment to inform project direction.
- Developed and implemented Rosewood Resident Leaders Program, fostering civic engagement and community organizing skills.
- Cultivated relationships with consultants and partners to ensure timely completion of project deliverables.
- Developed and reviewed technical documents, including work plans, RFPs, and financial reports.
Grants Manager
Housing Authority of the City of Austin
Austin, TX
03.2007 - 10.2012
- Developed and submitted competitive grant proposals for federal, state, foundation, and corporate funding.
- Secured vital resources for programs through effective proposal strategies.
- Created and reviewed grant budgets to ensure accurate expenditure tracking.
- Monitored grant logic models, benchmarks, outcomes, and deliverables while completing reports.
- Maintained comprehensive grant prospect tracking system to prioritize future funding opportunities.
- Researched funding opportunities to enhance housing authority resident programming.
- Collaborated with other HACA departments and partner organizations to design resident programs and objectives.
Family Services Supervisor / Special Projects Coordinator
Institute for Human & Social Development
San Mateo, CA
05.2004 - 09.2006
- Supervised family advocates across 12 Head Start and state preschool centers, enhancing consistency in service delivery.
- Led program development & start-up for First Step Child Development Center serving transitional homeless families.
- Developed and managed family service plans and budgets for Head Start and universal preschool programs.
- Monitored staff activities to ensure compliance with federal regulations and best practices.
- Conducted training and supervision for staff to promote ongoing professional development.
- Facilitated monthly meetings for family advocates, emphasizing service delivery and case management.
- Organized parent involvement initiatives, focusing on education, leadership, and program governance.
Independent Contractor
San Mateo County Office of Education & Bay Area Social Services Consortium
San Mateo, CA
08.2003 - 01.2005
- Organized monthly meetings and developed outreach plan for CCPC child care needs assessment to enhance stakeholder engagement.
- Provided administrative support to San Mateo County Child Care Partnership Council (CCPC) for effective operations.
- Coordinated internship and case study program for Bay Area Social Services Consortium Executive Development Program to support participant growth.
- Conducted graduate-level research on learning transfer from executive training programs to workplace.
Social Welfare Graduate Intern
Shelter Network & First 5 Commission of San Mateo County
San Mateo, CA
09.2002 - 05.2004
- Facilitated staffing for preschool-for-all steering committee to align talent with strategic goals.
- Conducted policy analysis and needs assessment for universal preschool initiatives.
- Coordinated evaluation of children's program within Shelter Network, assessing impact and guiding reforms.
- Launched mini-grants program to enhance capacity-building for small local nonprofits.
- Managed fundraising efforts and donor relations, ensuring sustained financial support for initiatives.
- Oversaw board recruitment development and grant writing to strengthen organizational capacity.
Family Advocate
Institute for Human & Social Development
San Mateo, CA
12.2001 - 09.2002
- Conducted assessments to identify family needs and developed tailored support plans addressing challenges.
- Coordinated family services with local agencies and community organizations to improve resource accessibility.
- Guided families in accessing benefits, education, and healthcare services effectively.
- Led recruitment, screening, and intake processes for Head Start program to ensure timely support for eligible families.
Content Editor
Here2Listen.com
San Mateo, CA
04.2000 - 03.2001
Financial Research Assistant
Smith Barney
San Francisco, CA
06.1998 - 03.2000
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Management & Planning concentration
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA01-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA01-1997
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Program development and management
- Grant administration
- Program evaluation and metrics
- Compliance monitoring
- Financial management
- Data analysis
- Community engagement and partnership building
- Effective communication and public speaking
Leadership & Community Engagement
- Chair, Community Advancement Network (CAN) Community Council, 01/01/16 - 12/31/16
- Member, Community Advancement Network (CAN) Community Council, 01/01/12 - 04/30/18
- Board Member & Secretary, WeViva, 01/01/12 - 07/31/15
- President & VP, Grant Professionals Association – Austin Chapter, 01/01/11 - 12/31/12
- Member, Grant Professionals Association – Austin & National Chapters, 01/01/08 - 12/31/15
Certificates Training Awards
- Texas CDBG Certified Administrator, TX Department of Agriculture, 2021 - 2025
- MyFedTrainer - OMB 2 CFR “Super Circular” Training, 02/01/21
- My FedTrainer – Federal Grants Management Bootcamp, 04/01/19
- Texas Health and Human Services Commission – FLEX (Future Leadership & Executive) Program, 2018
- Nan McKay Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Coordinator Certification for Public Housing & HCV, 05/01/17
- Grant Professional Credential (GPCI), 01/01/10 - 12/31/16
- Leadership Austin – Essential Graduate, 2015
- Leadership Austin – Experience participant, 2012
- Leadership Austin – Emerge Graduate, 2009
- Toastmasters - Competent Communicator, 2011
- Toastmasters - Competent Leader, 2009
- National Association of Housing & Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) Award(s) of Merit: Rosewood Resident Leadership Program, HACA Resident Success Story Video, 2015
- Community Advancement Network (CAN): 2014 Butler Award for Community Engagement, 2014
Timeline
Senior CD Housing Project Manager
GrantWorks Inc.
06.2021 - Current
Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Project Manager
TX Health and Human Services
01.2018 - 05.2021
Community Development Consultant
Housing Authority of the City of Austin
11.2017 - 01.2018
Director of Community Development
Housing Authority of the City of Austin
01.2015 - 10.2017
Choice Neighborhoods Project Manager
Housing Authority of the City of Austin
11.2012 - 12.2014
Grants Manager
Housing Authority of the City of Austin
03.2007 - 10.2012
Family Services Supervisor / Special Projects Coordinator
Institute for Human & Social Development
05.2004 - 09.2006
Independent Contractor
San Mateo County Office of Education & Bay Area Social Services Consortium
08.2003 - 01.2005
Social Welfare Graduate Intern
Shelter Network & First 5 Commission of San Mateo County
09.2002 - 05.2004
Family Advocate
Institute for Human & Social Development
12.2001 - 09.2002
Content Editor
Here2Listen.com
04.2000 - 03.2001
Financial Research Assistant
Smith Barney
06.1998 - 03.2000
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Management & Planning concentration
University of California, Berkeley
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Pennsylvania State University