Management and Budget Director

Town of Gilbert • 50 E. Civic Center Drive, AZ

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About The Position

The Management and Budget Director is a public-sector financial leader responsible for modern municipal budgeting and financial planning. The role calls for an authentic, trusted leader who can explain financial information clearly, present to the Town Council, coach department directors, and communicate the budget to residents. The director balances long-range strategic planning with practical resource allocation and builds confidence in the budget process among elected officials, executives, department partners, and the community.

The position emphasizes curiosity, integrity, data-informed decision-making, continuous improvement, transparency, and accountability. The director is expected to embody Gilbert’s values of being Driven, Kind, Bold, and Humble, and to demonstrate resilience, approachability, and empowerment as a servant leader.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field.
• 10 or more years of progressively responsible experience in municipal finance and budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead modern public-sector budget and financial planning.
• Present budget information to the Town Council and explain the budget to residents.
• Coach department directors and build trust across the organization.
• Balance long-range strategic thinking with practical solutions for allocating limited resources.
• Use data to inform decisions and champion continuous improvement, transparency, and accountability.
• Foster confidence in the budget process among elected officials, executives, department partners, and the community.
• Demonstrate servant leadership consistent with Gilbert’s values.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director