Budget and Performance Manager

City of Austin•Austin, TX

2d•$97,450 - $125,200•Hybrid

About The Position

The Budget & Performance Manager will provide leadership in the daily operations of the Budget and Organizational Excellence office through the management of a team of budget analysts. This position is responsible for developing and overseeing City-wide budget processes including operating and capital budgeting, creating capital investment plans, and developing and managing cost allocations/cost of service models and complex financial calculations. The City of Austin Budget Organizational Excellence team drives innovation, collaboration, and accountability by aligning resources with strategy. Together, we deliver measurable results for the City and continuously strengthen and improve services for the community.

Requirements

Knowledge of Local, State, and Federal law and City ordinances.
Knowledge of comprehensive budgeting methods and systems.
Knowledge of financial forecasting methods.
Knowledge of supervisory and management techniques and principals.
Knowledge of governmental fiscal policies and procedures sufficient to develop and monitor an operating budget.
Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
Knowledge of strategic planning.
Knowledge and experience with using various continuous improvement methodologies such as LEAN, Six Sigma, DMAIC, or Design to identify efficiencies and implement change within an organization.
Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
Skill in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting financial data.
Skill in analyzing problems and identifying cost-effective solutions.
Skill in managing multiple complex problems and assignments.
Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations that require exercising good judgment.
Skill in the use of mathematics in forecasting trends, cash flows, revenues, and expenses.
Skill in giving public presentations.
Skill in persuasive and business writing.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
Ability to analyze and resolve irregular events.
Ability to train others.
Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, plus seven (7) years of experience in a related field including two (2) years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
Graduation with a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field may substitute for non-supervisory/management experience up to a maximum of two (2) years.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of funding strategies to meet long-term capital plans
Experience leading asset owners in creating capital investment plans
Knowledge of project management practices and methodologies
Experience working with and/or administering software or databases, such as financial software, business intelligence tools or geographical Information systems
Ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties

Responsibilities

Advises City management on City's financial position.
Develops and oversees City-wide budget processes including strategic planning, capital budgeting, and cost of service studies.
Leads the performance management and continuous improvement efforts of the City.
Performs complex financial calculations and analysis used to inform decisions of executives and policy makers.
Oversees and recommends budget decisions on City funds.
Assists with departmental strategic planning with regards to CIP initiatives.
Trains, assists, and provides guidance to City staff on the development, preparation, and monitoring of all budget processes.
Conducts presentations on all aspects of City’s budget and strategic planning processes.
Develops and revises operating procedures.
Develops and evaluates plans and criteria for a variety of projects including capital, information technology, fleet, revenue, and performance benchmarking.
Writes, prepares, and/or reviews financial documents and reports.
Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.