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Applications are being accepted for the position of  Finance Director with the City of South San Francisco. 

The Finance Department provides financial services to City Departments, as well as fiscal accountability and adequate control over the use of City funds. The City’s Director of Finance acts as Chief Financial Officer of the municipal corporation. The Department is supported by 13 FTE and has an annual budget of approximately $3 million.

As a whole, the Finance Department leads fiscal accountability efforts and ensures stewardship of the use of City funds and appropriations through the creation and implementation of policies and procedures. It is responsible for numerous vital City services, including maintaining the City’s accounting system, managing payroll and purchasing procedures, issuing business licenses, managing parking districts, and collecting occupancy taxes and other City fees. Other services include risk management, financial planning and analysis, and risk mitigation. The department also oversees timely and accurate collection of Transient Occupancy Taxes and Business Licenses Taxes.

The individual selected will be a skilled strategist with a history of identifying emerging financial trends. Experience with financial forecasting and modeling is necessary to succeed in the role. Familiarity in working with rating agencies, and debt issuance and management is desirable but not necessary. The City is desirous of attracting candidates who possess at least 5 years of progressively responsible municipal finance experience that includes a minimum of 3 years of service in a supervisory/managerial capacity and a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline. A combination of public and private sector experience will be considered favorably. First time directors are encouraged to apply.

The annual salary range for the incoming Finance Director is $189,301–$229,065, DOQ. The City offers an attractive benefit package, as well as a CalPERS plan and participation in social security.  

To apply for this opportunity, upload cover letter, resume and list of six professional references using the "Apply Now" feature at www.tbcrecruiting.com. Filing Deadline: Sunday, February 10, 2019.

This general announcement is subject to change. It does not constitute an express or implied contract.

The City of Lincoln invites your interest in the position of Finance Director.  You may view our job announcement on www.calopps.org/city-of-lincoln.  Lincoln is located at the edge of Northern California’s foothills, 27 miles northeast of California’s State Capital, Sacramento. With a 2016 population of 47,187 Lincoln was one of the fastest growing cities in the country from 2000 to 2007, yet has managed to maintain the small town charm that has made it such a desired location to live, work and play.

This position is open until filled, the first review of applications is February 15, 2019.  If you have any questions regarding the recruitment, please contact us at 916-434-3229 or hr@lincolnca.gov.

The Community

The City of Lathrop serves more than 24,000 residents and is one of Northern California’s fastest growing communities. It is strategically centered between the Stockton, Manteca, and Tracy submarkets within San Joaquin County.

A dynamic executive leadership team guides City staff to deliver services to Lathrop’s growing community. As a result of careful stewardship, the City operates in a strong and stable financial environment.

The City of Lathrop is a full-service city with police services provided through contractual agreement and fire service  provided by a separate special district. In addition to the standard city departments and functions, Lathrop has an active Development Team that deals with many of the growth related issues.

The Organization

The City of Lathrop incorporated in 1989 and operates in a Council-Manager form of government. The Lathrop City Council is comprised of five members, including the directly elected Mayor and four Councilmembers. This vibrant organization enjoys a strong, collaborative, and open setting.  Lathrop has developed a long-range strategy to ensure a strong financial position for short and long-term stability.

The Position

The Economic Development Administrator reports directly to the City Manager.  The successful candidate will work closely with the Community Development Department, the Public Works Department and the Finance Department. The ideal candidate will be able to capitalize on Lathrop’s unique geographic location and assist the City in attracting a  balanced mix of commercial, industrial and residential development.  

Essential Functions

• Ensures that economic development activities comply with City goals, policies and procedures as well as local, federal and state regulations; develops and maintains required reports, files and records.
• Participates in the development and administration of the Economic Development program budget.
• Provides assistance and coordination to the City Council, commissions, committees and City management staff in matters related to a wide variety of economic development activities and programs.
• Develops and proposes policies for the effective recruitment of new industry, business and investment in the area.
• Develops and proposes policies to stimulate the expansion of existing industry, business and investment in the area.
• Serves as liaison with existing and potential industries, businesses, land and building owners, developers, marketing firms and federal, state, regional and county agencies regarding loans, grants, data and educational resources.
• Researches and analyzes economic problems and prepares comprehensive reports.
• Prepares reports and gives presentations to community groups, business and government committees, commissions and City Council.
• Assists new and existing firms with expeditious permit processing and capital needs including packaging of financing from federal, state and local sources.
• Attends meetings of local industrial, commercial and civic organizations to increase community contact and develop understanding of the economic development program.

Minimum Qualifications

A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of:

• Three Years of professional level experience in economic/business development and municipal services.
• A Bachelor’s Degree from and accredited college or university with major coursework in Urban Planning, Business, Public Administration, Finance or a closely related field.
• California Class C Driver’s license. 

In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will be independent, highly motivated, organized, have a positive attitude and will be an effective team player who is able to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.

Applications will be accepted until Tuesday, January 29, 2019 OR Upon receipt of the first 100 applications- whichever occurs first.

Interviews: TBA

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing a City application.

THE POSITION

The City of Daly City is seeking a highly skilled, business-oriented Senior Management Analyst with strong accounting, budgeting and financial management background to assist in budget development, projection and implementation of Citywide budgets. This position reports to the Deputy Director of Finance and plays a critical role on the City’s budget, working in partnership with other departments.

The successful candidate will prepare budget reports, complex financial forecast and analyses, update budget forecasting model, monitor revenues and expenditures, make presentations, and provide staff assistance in support of Citywide activities.

The position requires a dedication to customer services, teamwork, excellent communication, interpersonal, presentation and writing skills, ability to effectively prioritize and multi-task while delivering quality results, and a commitment to maintain high level of ethical integrity, timeliness and accuracy.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong accounting and financial background, a solid knowledge of municipal finance, governmental accounting and budgeting practices and procedures. Public Agency experience is highly desirable.

DEFINITION

Under general direction of the Director of Finance & Administrative Services, performs a wide variety of responsible, professional, administrative, staff assignments; administers a wide variety of interdepartmental and City-wide projects and programs; assists Director and Deputy Director of Finance & Administrative Services as needed; and performs related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Assists in program, policy and budget development, implementation, coordination, revision, review, evaluation and monitoring; provides support services for the City Council meetings and speaking before the City Council; participates in interdepartmental task forces and committees; researches, collects, compiles and analyzes complex financial and other data; prepares recommendations for budget requests, grants, new programs, modification of services and equipment; plans, organizes and coordinates assigned city-wide projects and monitors departmental projects; analyzes, interprets and explains City policies and procedures.

TYPICAL TASKS

The following tasks are typical for positions in the classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed.

            1. Determines need for and gathers information from various departments and from outside sources in order to research proposed programs and projects.

            2. Analyzes data in order to assess cost, operational feasibility and other aspects of proposed programs and projects.

            3. Prepares reports and presentations on all pertinent aspects of proposed programs and projects including budget projection.

            4.   Make presentations on assigned projects and programs to the City Council and others.

            5. Monitors and coordinates execution of approved projects and programs including preparing all required reports and supervising all related record keeping.

            6.   Recommends changes in program emphasis or execution.

            7. Assists in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and procedures.

            8. Confers with operating staff regarding the implementation of programs and the interpretation and application of policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of municipal budgeting, finance, public administration and organizational development; modern management of departments and organizations; pertinent legislation; interpersonal behavior dynamics.

Ability to: Write and present reports and recommendations; speak before groups; properly interpret, explain and act in accordance with laws, regulations and policies; demonstrate competency in research and analysis, decision making, and management skills; and tactfully relate to the public, departmental managers, employees, other organizations and outside agencies; interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

Education: Graduation from a four-year college or university, with major course work in Public or Business Administration.

Experience: Three to five years of responsible work experience in a fiscal or administrative capacity; or an equivalent combination of related training and experience.

License: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License.

The Assistant to the City Manager is a member of the Executive Team and provides a full range of highly complex staff assistance and analytical support to the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and City Council members in a highly sensitive and rapidly changing environment.  

The incumbent will promote internal and external communication that is aligned with City Council objectives.  The Assistant to the City Manager is also responsible for supervising the Communications Division, including two Marketing and Communications Analysts and a staff of three in cable TV operations.   This is an at-will position that reports to the Assistant City Manager.

The Assistant to the City Manager will have a project management orientation and support the organization in:

• Serving as a liaison between the City Manager’s Office and the public, City staff, appointed boards and committees, community organizations, and other governmental agencies;
• Responding to and resolving difficult and sensitive issues and inquiries and managing the City-wide referral system to ensure City Council, citizen, and administrative referrals are resolved in a timely manner;
• Providing administrative and analytical support to members of the City Council, City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and other Senior Executives, including resolving City Council issues, preparing responses and presentations, and writing reports;
• Conducting research and analysis to develop recommendations and assist in integrating the City’s vision, goals, and people strategy with City departments;
• Supporting the management of organizational initiatives such as employee training, communication, and major projects in City Departments;
• Cultivating employee development and performance through training and participation in key organizational wide employee initiatives;
• Shaping and accomplishing department and City objectives, goals, and performance metrics within guidelines established by the City Council and City Manager; and
• Identifying and implementing new ways to partner with the community and other organizations.

For additional information about the position, please review the recruitment brochure (job announcement URL)

Applications will be accepted until Thursday, February 7, 2019 OR upon receipt of the first 100 applications- whichever occurs first.

Interviews: TBA

DEFINITION

Under general direction of the Department Head, performs a wide range of responsible, professional, administrative, staff assignments which include oversight of interdepartmental and City-wide projects and programs; and performs related work as required. As this is a management development position, the incumbent may be assigned temporarily to other departments to gain broad experience in various municipal functions.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Assist in program, policy and budget development, implementation, coordination, revision, review, evaluation and monitoring; participate in interdepartmental task forces and committees; research, compile and analyze financial and other data; prepare recommendations for budget requests, grants, new programs, modification of services and equipment; plan, organize and coordinate assigned City-wide projects and monitor departmental projects; analyze, interpret and explain City policies and procedures.

TYPICAL TASKS

The following tasks are typical for the classification. Any single position may not require all of these tasks and/or may require similar analytical and administrative tasks not listed.

            1.      Identify and research information from various departments and from outside

                     sources to evaluate proposed programs and projects.

                2.     Analyze data to assess cost, operational feasibility and other aspects of

                    proposed programs and projects.

                3.  Prepare reports and presentations on all pertinent aspects of proposed programs and projects including budget projections.

                4.   May make presentations on assigned projects and programs to the City Council  and others.

                5.   Monitor and coordinate execution of approved projects and programs including preparing all required reports and supervising all related record keeping.

                6.     Recommend changes in program emphasis or execution.

                7.     Assist in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies,  and procedures.

                8.    Confer with operating staff regarding the implementation of programs and the interpretation and application of policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:  Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of municipal budgeting, finance, public administration and organizational development; modern management of departments and organizations; pertinent legislation; interpersonal behavioral dynamics.

Ability to:  Write and present reports and recommendations; speak before groups; properly interpret, explain and act in accordance with laws, regulations and policies; demonstrate competency in research and analysis, decision making, and management skills; and tactfully relate to the public, departmental managers, employees, other organizations and outside agencies. Work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

Education:  Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university, with major course work in Public or Business Administration or related field.

Experience:  Two years of full time, paid, responsible work experience in a fiscal or administrative capacity; or an equivalent combination of related training and experience. Experience in Risk Management administration desirable.

License:  Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License.

The City of Thousand Oaks is hiring an Assistant Analyst for the City Clerk department. 

The City Clerk Department is responsible for City Council Agendas, Minutes, Ordinances, Resolutions, election activities, state mandates, and legal publications, and is the official custodian of records.

Primary responsibilities:

• Conduct administrative and/or management studies related to election activities, Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC), boards, and state mandates
• Manage and provide guidance related to Conflict of Interest/Statement of Economic Interests through Automated Filing System software
• Manage board, commission, and committee recruitments with Boards and Commissions Management software
• Assist with election-related activities, including campaign disclosure filings
• Provide assistance to management; prepare and present staff reports and other correspondence
• Conduct surveys, research and statistical analysis on administrative, fiscal, and operational issues