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General Description and Classification Standards:The Budget Administration Director is a hands-on leader responsible for developing, managing, and executing the City's operating expenses and capital budget. This position reports directly to the Deputy Budget Chief.

Job DescriptionSalary Range:$88,654.45- $118,353.69Posting Expires: 8/21/25.General Description and Classification Standards:The Budget Administration Director is a hands-on leader responsible for developing, managing, and executing the City's operating expenses and capital budget. This position reports directly to the Deputy Budget Chief.The Office of Budget and Fiscal Policy (OBFP) manages an annual operating budget of approximately $3 billion funded from various sources including but not limited to the General fund, Aviation, Watershed Management, and Solid Waste Services. OBFP is also responsible for the budget maintenance, control and reporting of the City's $10 billion capital budget. This position supervises the City's Operating and Capital budgets for 26 City departments.This is a mid-management position, with full responsibility to perform complex professional level tasks related to budgeting and budget activities. This position also has responsibility for design, maintenance, and oversight of the City's budget system.Essential Duties and Responsibilities: These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.The following duties are performed independently and in cooperation with the Deputy/Budget Chief, and/or in coordination with other City staff. Additional duties may be assigned.

• Leads the preparation and execution of the City's annual operating and capital budgets, developing timelines, and budget models with assumptions, detailed estimates, including narratives and justifications.
• Develops monthly, quarterly, and annual expenditure forecasts, financial models, and multi-year projections.
• Supervises staff in the preparation of monthly Financial Reports including Personnel/Non-Personnel Budget forecasts, identifying trends and recommending corrective actions.
• Reviews budget proposals, and cost estimates for fiscal impact.
• Coordinates budget hearings, briefings, and presents recommendations to City leadership, City Council, and external stakeholders.
• Implements, monitors, and continuously improves budget policies, procedures, and reporting tools.
• Conducts in-depth analysis of budget variances, fund balances, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepares, reviews, and makes recommendations on legislative ordinances and resolutions as required.
• Evaluates and enhances the City's budget systems and software tools; supports enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and digital tools for budget management.
• Supports the Capital Improvement Plan and integrates it with operating budgets.
• Oversees or directly prepares fee studies, cost allocations, and special financial analyses.
• Collaborates with other Finance offices, Human Resources, and departmental staff to resolve discrepancies and improve processes.
• Participates, attends, and supports Committee Meetings and other public meetings on behalf of the Office of Budget & Fiscal Policy.

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.Knowledge Skills and Abilities: This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an exhaustive list.

• Budgeting principles and practices, accounting, auditing, and financial forecasting.
• Governmental accounting principles, applicable laws and regulations, and financial reporting practices.
• Budget system software and data analysis tools.
• Office management principles and practices.
• Communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing with internal and external customers
• Analyzing problems and data, identifying alternative solutions, and implementing recommendations.
• Lead and motivate teams through effective supervision and mentorship.
• Financial modeling, forecasting, and presenting complex data clearly.
• Working on several assignments simultaneously, setting priorities, meeting deadlines, and working independently within established guidelines.
• Reviewing and validating information; exhibiting strong presentation skills conveying pertinent budget information to Executive staff.
• Understand and interpret City, State, and Federal laws pertaining to governmental accounting and budgeting.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Use independent judgment, within established guidelines, while undertaking assigned responsibilities.
• Organize work, set priorities, meet deadlines, and complete assignments with minimal supervision.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and applicable specialized finance software applications.
• Providing outstanding customer satisfaction (internally and externally).

Work Schedule:This position follows the City's hybrid work schedule policy as assigned by the Department of Human Resources Commissioner and requires in-person work at City worksites/facilities at least four (4) days per week, with the option to work remotely one (1) day per week, based on eligibility, departmental needs, and supervisor approval. The hybrid work schedule is subject to change at any time to five (5) days in-person work.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field.
• At least 3 to 5 years of responsible, professional experience in budgeting, accounting, or related finance field.
• At least 3 to 5 years in a supervisory or management role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (equivalent professional experience may be considered to substitute the Master's degree on an exception basis)
• Experience with municipal government or public sector financial management.
• Familiarity with Oracle ERP.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelDirector

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
• IndustriesGovernment Administration

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