City Budget Director

Position Title:

City Budget Director

Job Description:

Under direction of the Deputy Chief Financial Officer, incumbent plans, manages, supervises, and coordinates the City’s budgeting activities including the development and review of annual performance measurements, the annual budget process, and oversees revenue sources and systems. Supports the Mayor’s Office and department directors by assisting departments in developing strategic plans, benchmarks, operational performance measures and other organizational improvement initiatives. Effectively leads the effort to refine, implement, and report on program budgets based on performance indicators. Integrates the City’s budget planning, development, and outcomes measurement to ensure strategic decision making.

This is a key management position, with responsibility to perform complex professional tasks related to budgeting efforts in a team environment, including coordination between staff of the Budget Office, Finance department, and other City departments. Effective job performance requires the highest levels of integrity, honesty and trust.

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:

• Health Insurance
• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Paid vacation and personal leave
• 6-12 weeks of paid parental leave available
• Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Manages and coordinates the development of the City’s annual budget. Reviews all departmental budget submissions, including mid-year budget amendment coordination, and works with department heads and other managers to resolve issues.  Primary focus includes service to Budget Office customers and internal stakeholders including city departments, the Mayor’s Office and the City Council.
• Supervises, and directs a team of Financial Analysts whose functions are associated with budget or revenue. Gives direction related to assigned responsibilities; exhibit fairness to direct reports and successfully work through personnel issues. 
• Implements, monitors and evaluates budgetary policies and procedures, and makes recommendations as necessary.
• Researches, analyzes, evaluates and develops findings, and makes determinations and recommendations involving complex budget issues. Formulates and delivers effective budget and/or policy recommendations.
• Analyzes the cost effectiveness of program operations and recommends alternate sources of program funding.
• Provides assistance to City departments with the development and justification of budget proposals.    
• Serves as facilitator and advisor in budget and performance management to the Mayor’s Office, City budget management team and for all City departments. 
• Makes formal presentations to community groups and the City Council regarding budget issues.       
• Manages the budget amendment process, including analyzing proposed budget amendments from City departments. 
• Resolves budget issues and problems for different departments in the City. The person in this position must have exceptional problem-solving skills and take into account the needs of all parties involved.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or related field, plus seven years of progressively responsible and related work experience, plus a minimum of five years team lead responsibilities or direct staff supervision. Related education and experience may be substituted one for the other on a year-for-year basis.
• Knowledge of statutory requirements related to municipal accounting and budgeting and Generally Accepted Accounting Practice: (GAAP), governmental accounting and auditing standards and Utah Fiscal Procedures Act. May require knowledge of the specific laws, ordinances, and regulations.
• Ability to complete work and projects under pressure with multiple demands and frequent interruptions. Ability to adjust to change and work as a member of a team. Must possess strong and courteous customer service skills. 
• Ability to understand and interpret budget documents, records, financial statements, and related information. Ability to calculate, summarize and report relevant financial information to different audiences who participate in City government.
• Ability to manage lengthy, complex budget processes involving numerous participants from diverse a