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Senior Budget Manager - Richmond, United States - City of Richmond
Description
The City of Richmond Office of the Council Chief of Staff is currently seeking highly qualified candidates to fill the position of Senior Budget Manager.
The most significant responsibilities in this job includes providing senior-level, professional staff support and analysis to the City Council and the Chief of Staff regarding policy and budgetary issues.
Additionally, the selected candidate will be responsible for leading a team of budget analysts in performing advanced-level duties in the preparation, analysis, and delivery of budgetary documents and fiscal reports and making appropriate recommendations.
Appointing Authority.
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Providing senior leadership to a team of Council Budget Analysts, including advanced subject matter expertise, team communication and coordination, professional development and guidance, and motivation to achieve the goals and objectives of City Council
Researching and identifying budget and policy issues to prepare narrative summaries and analysis of legislation and budget proposals for Council action
Conducting budget review, interpreting the budget with recommendations to Council to ensure a balanced budget
Presenting budget analyses and recommendations, to Council and Council Chief of Staff
Collaborating and liaising with City of Richmond administration with the creation of budget and development of the budget preparation manual, related policies and procedures, and other related budgetary documents
Assisting the Deputy Council Chief of Staff with conducting various surveys, research, data analyses, cost benefit analyses, and expenditure and revenue forecasting
Actively keeping apprised of current budget trends, developments, codes, and statutes
Determining operational feasibility and accuracy of various programs brought to the Council
Monitoring, assessing, and reporting on business processes and budgetary activities, including developing, recommending, and implementing plans and programs for improvement of performance, quality, compliance, or efficiency of operations and services
Acting as a subject matter expert exercising considerable initiative and independent judgment in identifying and resolving budgetary, fiscal and performance management issues
Serving as a staff liaison to a variety of boards and commissions
Assisting or leading in preparation for budget work sessions and special work sessions as called by City Council during the year; and attends applicable meetings when necessary
Performing other related duties as assigned
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration or field directly related to assignment
A Master's degree in a field directly related to assignment is preferred
Seven (7) years of progressively responsible related experience that includes significant management and supervisory experience
An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in accounting, public administration, economics, or a related field
Experience leading and managing the day-to-day duties and responsibilities of other staff
Ability to use data visualization to simplify and communicate complex information
LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or
OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
None required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS,
AND ABILITIES:
TYPICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS,
AND ABILITIES:
These are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities or some combination of the following:
Knowledge of agencies, support staff, companies, products, and requirements in area of focus
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and procedures related to areas of focus
Considerable knowledge of computer programs including Microsoft Office Suite and electronic databases and related software applications in area of focus.
Advanced knowledge and experience with Oracle, Microsoft Power BI, Microsoft Access, and Microsoft Excel or other spreadsheet software preferredStrong oral and written communications skills
Knowledge of ordinances, government regulations, agency rules, and the legislative process
Considerable knowledge of principles for providing customer service, including meeting quality standard for services and customer satisfaction
Strong research practices and procedures. Vast experience analyzing and aggregating data for complex issues and analyzing; interpreting manuals and operating procedures
Ability to perform various administrative and clerical procedures such as managing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology
Strong ability to analyze information, make decisions, manage multiple priorities and deadline. Considerable ability to work cohesively with a team
Preferred:
Knowledge of organizational principles related to leadership, strategic planning, performance measurement, effective communication strategies, and staff training and development
Preferred:
Ability to use data visualization to simplify and communicate complex information
Preferred:
Knowledge with Microsoft SharePoint or other similar collaboration software
Preferred:
Knowledge and ability to use project management software
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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