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AC Transit is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Budget Manager. This position serves as the overall management of the district budget. Under general direction, plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates the activities of the Budget unit of the Finance department, including short- and long-range operating and capital budgets and coordinates District-wide budget activities with other departments. In addition to working with some of the best in the business at one of the largest bus agencies in California, AC Transit also has an excellent benefits package that includes pension, medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending and 457 savings plan.

REPRESENTATIVE FUNCTIONS:

• Plans, organizes, and directs Budget unit activities including the annual operating budget and long-range forecasting.
• Develops Key Performance Indicators (KPI's), policies and procedures for the Budget unit. Assigns, delegates, reviews, and evaluates the work of staff. Coordinates staff training, and implements progressive discipline as needed.
• Provides financial forecasting and economic analysis to District departments and Executive staff, including feasibility studies and cost analysis.
• Reviews District-wide budget performance throughout the fiscal year, extracts data from District's Peoplesoft enterprise business system, identifies variances, and recommends allocations or reductions.
• Uses District's Prophix budget planning and reporting system in creating budgets, reporting on financial information, and assisting departments in monitoring their financial performance, and manages development, use, and access of the system.
• Coordinates unit activities with those of other Finance department units, other District departments, and outside agencies and organizations.
• Assist the Department Director with Union negotiations.
• • Consults with Executive Staff on a continual basis to determine the financial impact of alternative financial decisions.Develops and implements actions and strategies to address economic fluctuations.
• Represents the Finance department, and the District in a variety of inter-agency, governmental, and public forums. Prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
• Reports to the Board of Directors as required.
• Administers the activities, and reviews the work of external consultants.
• Answers questions and provides financial and budget information to District Staff, and the public.
• May be required to temporarily act in the position of the Department Director and may be required to perform some or all of the senior staff member's essential functions in such situations.
• Evaluate budgeting procedures in order to develop and implement new processes and technologies to support the Budget unit's operational tasks.
• Work with staff on the evaluation, implementation and testing of business systems for the District.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Training: Minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in economics, finance, business administration, accounting, or a related field.

Experience: Equivalent to at least six (6) years of increasing responsibility in budget development and administration, including five (5) years of verifiable supervisory experience.

Desirable Qualifications: Experience with PeopleSoft, strong communication and analytical skills, detail oriented, experienced in Excel and navigating in systems to generate reports.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Physical Requirements: (1) Must maintain the physical condition necessary to perform tasks in an office setting and operate computers, keyboards, and other peripheral equipment. (2) Must possess the physical mobility necessary to transport oneself to various locations around the District.

THIS POSITION IS AN UNREPRESENTED AT-WILL POSITION

To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/1702672

The Selection Process: The Human Resources department must receive a completed online application by the filling date. If this recruitment is "Continuous," it may be closed at any time without notice. Applications will be screened for job-related qualifications, and those candidates who best meeting the qualifications listed on this Job Announcement will be invited to participate in an examination process that may include written, oral and/or performance segments. Current District employees must have satisfactory attendance and performance records. Finalists will be placed on an Eligibility List. When filling vacancies, the Human Resources Department will refer the top candidates to the hiring department for final screening and recommendation. Per Board Policy, selected candidates may require background checks performed on their criminal and/or financial records.

Benefits: All employees hired on or after January 1, 2016, may be in the District's Tier II pension plan covered by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA). As such, he/she may be required to contribute 6% or more of annual income towards the cost of his/hers District pension.

ADA Compliant and Drug-Free Workplace: The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you have a need for an accommodation, please call Human Resources at (510) 891-4783.

The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District has established the goal of a 100 percent drug and alcohol-free workplace. Applicants will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment and those in safety sensitive positions will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing through their period of employment, including random drug and alcohol testing.

Equal Opportunity Employer
 

DEFINITION

The Human Resources Manager is a key member of the City’s Senior Management Team (SMT) and is assigned to the City Manager’s Office. Under direction of the City Manager, the Human Resources Manager oversees, organizes and directs the human resources operations for the City, including employee relations; recruitment and selection; classification; compensation; benefits administration; safety; payroll; employee health and rehabilitation; training and risk management and workers compensation. The Human Resources Manager provides operational and strategic advice and support to the City Manager and the SMT; directs, coordinates, reviews and evaluates the work of subordinate staff; and performs related work.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

The Human Resources Manager performs complex and politically sensitive tasks including functioning as the City’s Personnel Director ( as defined in the City’s Personnel Rules, Employee Relations Resolution, and applicable State and Federal law and regulations). Appropriate judgment is essential to this position, as incumbents are expected to use professional judgement and skills in establishing relationships working with employees, employee bargaining groups, regulatory agencies, other cities, regional authorities, and professional organizations. Strategic thinking is also essential to this position, including the ability to see emerging trends and develop strategies to succeed in a changing environment. Community sensitivity and cultural intelligence are crucial to this position, including engaging and being able to effectively communicate to a very culturally diverse community for the purpose of recruiting and maintaining a diverse workforce that represents the Union City community. Creativity is paramount in developing and implementing effective HR programs, including marketing and public information programs, preparing grant applications, and developing new programs to increase the level of employee productivity and engagement.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (illustrative only)

• As a member of the SMT, advises the City Manager on human resources management issues and formulation of City personnel policies and procedures;
• Plans, directs, organizes and coordinates work activities of subordinates and staff in the Human Resources Department relating to the City’s personnel management program, employment, compensation, labor relations, and employee relations; 
• Coordinates human resources and staffing planning activities with the various City Departments;
• Represents the City in and oversees the City's labor relations and labor contract (MOU) negotiation activities;
• Monitors and reviews personnel activities for consistency and propriety with regard to the City’s goals, policies, and procedures;
• Oversees the employee recruitment, examination, hiring and retention programs for the City; 
• Coordinates special human resources project activities for the City; 
• Supervises Human Resources, Payroll and other support staff; 
• Manages budget for Human Resources/Payroll. 
• Oversees nondiscrimination, human resources compliance and equal employment opportunity programs and initiatives for the City; 
• Oversees department timekeeping and payroll processes ensuring coordination and adherence to City, State and Federal requirements; 
• Develops and implements employee recognition programs and works to enhance employee morale; 
• Supervises worker’s compensation and return to work programs. 
• Chairs the City’s Safety committee and coordinates all training and development programs city-wide. 
• As a member of the SMT, advises the City Manager and the Director of Finance on various human resources management issues and formulation of City personnel policies and procedures;

AC Transit is currently seeking experienced candidates for the position of Payroll Administrator. The Payroll Administrator provides supervision over the operations and services of technical and clerical payroll support staff to ensure timely and accurate payment to the District's employees and retirees; participates in the daily operations and activities of the payroll function in the Finance Department, including all phases of the payroll processing, payroll recordkeeping, and various payroll related reporting activities. This position is distinguished from the Payroll Manager in that the latter has overall management responsibility of the unit, and has the ultimate decision- making authority related to the direction, and operation of the unit, while this position assists in the determination of the direction but is primarily responsible for its implementation and day-to-day supervision of the unit's functions, activities, and staff.

This is a wonderful opportunity for career growth and an opportunity to work at one of largest bus agencies in California. In addition to being a premier public transit agency, AC Transit has excellent benefits that include pension, medical, dental, vision, vacation, sick leave and 457 deferred compensation.

REPRESENTATIVE FUNCTIONS:

• Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the day-to-day payroll operations and activities to assure District employees are paid in an accurate and timely manner; oversees the processing of payroll-related forms and applications; reviews, edits, approves and processes the District's payroll runs; assures payroll activities comply with established laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Participates in the selection, supervision, training, motivation, evaluation and discipline of assigned staff and ensures the development of staff skills and competencies; documents, tracks and schedules the ongoing training of assigned staff to ensure that they are able to maintain proficiency with evolving job requirements; ensures the provision of a high performing team.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for payroll services and programs; identifies resource needs; recommends and implements policies and procedures, develops standard operating procedures for the payroll department; identifies opportunities for improving service delivery; reviews with appropriate management staff; implements improvements after approval.
• Assists and provides input to the Payroll Manager in the development, administration, and oversight of assigned budget.
• Coordinates assigned services, projects, and activities with other departments and outside agencies.
• Participates in completion of third party and payroll general ledger account reconciliations, analyzes transactions, identifies errors, makes necessary corrections and presents data in a user-friendly format.
• Ensures third-party remittance and postings to financial records are completed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Performs Time and Labor, and Payroll troubleshooting, and support activities, including resolving configuration-related time exceptions; coordinating resolution of audit discrepancies, supporting supervisors and managers in troubleshooting process issues and resolving time exceptions.
• Assists in performing a variety of system set-up, configuration and maintenance activities including performing audits of the payable time and exceptions; maintain and monitor the time and labor system set-up tables and resolve issues.
• Reviews payroll computations to ensure accuracy and compliance with state and federal tax regulations.
• Assists in assembling materials, analyzing, and preparing PBC's ("prepared by client") schedules per auditor request and specifications.
• Creates and provides various queries, necessary for the creation of financial reports on an ad-hoc basis by extracting, compiling, analyzing, and formatting financial data.
• Implementation of new systems or system enhancements, including coordinating with affected departments.
• Attends and participates in professional group meetings and committees; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of payroll processing and time reporting, stays abreast of federal, state, and local regulations and related to wage and hour laws to ensure the District's compliance.
• Maintains and audits control logs for check disbursements.
• May act in the role, and assume the responsibilities of the Payroll Manager in his/her absence.
• Performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.

Experience: Four (4) years of recent and verifiable professional payroll experience or related field and one (1) year experience in a supervisory/lead capacity.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Physical Requirements: Must maintain the physical condition necessary to perform tasks in an office setting and operate computers, keyboards, and other peripheral equipment.

THIS POSITION IS AN UNREPRESENTED POSITION

To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/1615168

The Selection Process: The Human Resources department must receive a completed online application by the filling date. If this recruitment is "Continuous," it may be closed at any time without notice. Applications will be screened for job-related qualifications, and those candidates who best meeting the qualifications listed on this Job Announcement will be invited to participate in an examination process that may include written, oral and/or performance segments. Current District employees must have satisfactory attendance and performance records. Finalists will be placed on an Eligibility List. When filling vacancies, the Human Resources Department will refer the top candidates to the hiring department for final screening and recommendation. Per Board Policy, selected candidates may require background checks performed on their criminal and/or financial records.

Benefits: All employees hired on or after January 1, 2016, may be in the District's Tier II pension plan covered by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA). As such, he/she may be required to contribute 6% or more of annual income towards the cost of his/hers District pension.

ADA Compliant and Drug-Free Workplace: The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you have a need for an accommodation, please call Human Resources at (510) 891-4783.

The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District has established the goal of a 100 percent drug and alcohol-free workplace. Applicants will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment and those in safety sensitive positions will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing through their period of employment, including random drug and alcohol testing.