Deputy Director of Budget

Chicago Park District•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under direction, works with and for the Director of Budget and Management to develop the annual appropriation ordinance for the Chicago Park District. Assumes full responsibility for the Department of Budget and Management in the absence of the Director. Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Financial Management
Four years of experience performing financial analysis and management work
Two years as a manager
Knowledge of budget and financial management principles.
Knowledge of standard analytical models, systems and operational analysis.
Knowledge of program planning, administration and evaluation.
Mathematical and accounting skills.
Ability to develop and implement budget and systems controls.
Effective writing and communication skills

Responsibilities

Works with the Director to manage the annual budgetary process.
Assists the Director in establishing calendars, forms and reviews processes to assure departmental participation in the budget process.
Ensures that expenditures are consistent with established objectives.
Works with the Director to monitor and evaluate financial resources committed to the Park District.
Ensures that capital expenditures are consistent with cost/benefit estimates.
Together with the Director, conducts periodic reviews of program goals and objectives.
Reviews estimates of proposed expenditures for the ensuing year from department heads.
Works together with other officials in planning budget estimates and expenditures.
Works with the Director to assure that personnel are assigned and costed properly in accordance with positions itemized in the approved budget document.
Works with the Director to assure that effective grant management processes are in place to maximize external funding opportunities.
As assigned, serves as a departmental liaison to local, state, and federal partners regarding budget, capital, and grant-related matters.
Supervises budget staff and directs their assignments.

Benefits

Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
13-20 days of paid vacation time annually (13 days in first year of employment).
12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year.
4 paid personal days per year.
13 paid holidays per year.
12 weeks of paid parental leave (upon meeting FMLA eligibility).
Pension plan through the Park Employees' and Retirement Board Employees' Annuity and Benefit Fund, a system covered by the State of Illinois' Reciprocal Act.
Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan.
Optional pre-tax programs – Transit
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
Free Admission to most Chicago museums.