Budget Manager - SFPD (1824)

San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (Sfmta) • San Francisco, CA

320d • $138,268 - $168,090

About The Position

The San Francisco Police Department was established in 1849 and continually strives to become a more effective, inclusive and modern police department, while earning the trust and pride of those we serve and those who serve. Our goal is to reflect on current SFPD initiatives, assess best practices across the country, and evaluate the changing environment in policing and within the City to arrive at the following strategy statement that the Department and our community can embody every day: The San Francisco Police Department stands for Safety and Respect for All. We will engage in just, transparent, unbiased, and responsive policing. We will do so in the spirit of dignity and in collaboration with the community. And we will maintain and build trust and respect as the guardians of Constitutional and human rights. The San Francisco Police Department is committed to excellence in law enforcement and is dedicated to the people, traditions and diversity of our City. The department provides service with understanding, response with compassion, performance with integrity and law enforcement with vision. The department has grown into a nationally known police department providing law enforcement services to one of the most recognized cities in the United States.

Requirements

• Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.
• Five (5) years full-time equivalent experience performing professional-level analytical work of which two (2) years must include budget planning and analysis or accounts payable experience.
• Qualifying professional-level analytical work includes analysis, development, administration, and reporting in major programs and functions of an organization in the areas of budgets, contracts, grants, policy, or other functional areas related to the duties of positions in the 182X Class series.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and plan for high volumes of workload and tight deadlines.
• Outstanding leadership qualities that will bring strength, stability, and credibility to the position with a strong focus on customer service and building solid relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Prior experience in an organization that is committed to working in partnership with various stakeholders and promoting a collaborative environment.
• Demonstrated track record of supporting change management and organizational vision by identifying existing and proposed resources to achieve Departmental goals.
• Proven track record of developing trust with governing bodies, superiors, peers, subordinates, and the community.
• Exceptional individual who is politically astute complemented by superior judgment and risk avoidance skills.
• Proficiency in spreadsheet software MS Excel and financial management software similar to PeopleSoft.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and preparing an analysis of the Budget proposal of the Chief of Police, their Five-Year Plan, Revenue and Expenditure Reports, and changes to the City's financial policies.
• Leading the preparation, monitoring, and evaluation of Board of Supervisors (BOS) budget amendments to align with the SFPD's priorities and ensure the fiscally responsible allocation of City resources.
• Preparing, reviewing, and developing reports and analyses, as directed.
• Serve as the Acting CFO when the CFO is on leave or unavailable.
• Assisting with budget monitoring of the Department's general fund operating costs and workorder agreements, and other budget lines as necessary.
• Preparing and analyzing highly complex, sensitive and timely budget requests, policy proposals, and financial reports, including reports regarding the City's long-term obligations, revenue forecasts, and expenditure trends.
• Formulating and presenting policy and/or budget recommendations for publication of key data to allow for transparency and analysis.
• Establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with City officials, intergovernmental agencies, City staff, and SFPD personnel to ensure that budget and policy services are responsive to their diverse needs.
• Representing the City and Police Department in public meetings; preparing presentations for meetings with citizen groups and BOS; providing recommendations and preparing suggestions for improving understanding, and engagement of stakeholders regarding the SFPD Budget and financial operations.
• Assisting in the maintenance of data integrity in the City's budget and financial system.
• Researching and remaining apprised of best practices and innovations in governmental budgeting, financial transparency, and public finance, especially as it applies to policing.
• Assisting SFPD's Staff Services with position control and reconciliation.
• Reviewing, routing, and recommending courses of action for day-to-day expenditure requests.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Flexible spending account
• Professional development assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree