Assistant Director of Budget

The-City-of-Hartfor; Hockanum (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and life insurance

Retirement options

Voluntary benefit programs

Paid leave

Job summary

City of Hartford seeks a seasoned budget administrator to manage departmental budgets, conduct financial analysis, and support policy development. You will supervise analysts, coordinate cross-department budgeting, and communicate fiscal information clearly to leadership.

The role requires a strong background in public administration and experience with budgetary processes; a degree or transcript must be submitted for verification. Some travel and background checks may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration or a closely related field and seven years of public sector administration experience or equivalent.
• Master's degree in public administration or related field preferred.
• A degree or transcript must be submitted and will be verified by HR.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer all budgetary activity for the department.
• Prepare and monitor the annual operating budget and budget status reports.
• Conduct financial and operational analysis to support City objectives.
• Assist the Director with policy, program, and procedure development related to budget functions.
• Supervise analysts and administrative staff in budget-related tasks.
• Coordinate communications across departments to reconcile funds, budgets, and accounting procedures.
• Research trends, risks, and alternatives; provide economic analysis and justification.
• Evaluate methods and technologies; propose improvements to operations and facilities.

Skills

Budget management

Staff supervision

Policy analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration or related field

Master's degree in public administration or related field (preferred)

Job description

Under general direction, manages and administers all budgetary activity. Administers several department functions including preparing and monitoring the annual operating budget, preparing budget status reports and conducts financial and operational analysis. Assists the Director of Management, Budget and Grants with the management of the department by performing tasks in the formulation of new policies, programs, processes and/or procedures related to budget functions. Supervises analysts and other administrative staff related to budget. Analyzes policies, procedures, and methods to identify work required to meet City objectives; analyzes trends and issues; and recommends resolutions to problems and concerns. Develops recommendations in response to revised regulations including analysis of proposed legislation, new programs and fiscal mandates. Coordinates information and assures effective communications between departments and clarifies and reconciles issues relating to department funds, budgets, and accounting procedures. Researches trends, opportunities, risks, strengths, and alternatives for existing programs, new programs and services, equipment, and technology changes and provides economic analysis and justification. Evaluates new or improved operating methods, technology, equipment, and facility design and layout. Identifies fund condition and/or problems and recommends solutions and prepares or supervises the preparation of comprehensive reports on the City's financial condition.

The above essential duties and responsibilities are not intended as a comprehensive list; they are intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbents may be required to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends and may perform additional related duties as required.

This is a classified, non-union position. The hours of work for this position are 40 per week.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in an office environment with some travel to different sites.

Open to all applicants who meet the following qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in public administration, business administration or a closely related field AND seven (7) years of increasingly responsible public sector administration experience OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, business administration or a closely related field preferred.

A COPY OF YOUR DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION. A DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT SUBMITTED WILL BE VERIFIED BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.

If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a City physician, a drug and alcohol screening examination, and a background check. If appointed, you will serve 3-12 months of probation. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws, rules and regulations.

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices and techniques of advanced budget methods and procedures.
• Principles and practices of public administration particularly as it relates to municipal government.
• Principles and practices of strategic financial management, including budgeting, cost/benefit analysis, forecasting and fiscal impact on programs.

Ability to:

• Solve problems and to manage multiple priorities well and within deadlines.
• Manage, coordinate and review the work of assigned staff.
• Collaborate with other and influence outcomes and people in a positive and constructive manner.
• Analyze administrative systems and practices, identify organizational problems, and recommend solutions leading to improved service delivery.
• Lead other professionals in the functions of project management.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally.

• Benefits include: health and life insurance, retirement options, voluntary benefit programs, and paid leave

Employment Preferences and Legal Notices

• Hartford Residency Preferred: Preferably be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. A completed City of Hartford Residency Affidavit including proof of residency as indicated on the RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT may be submitted.
• Veteran's Preference Form: Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form, along with a DD-214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.
• American With Disabilities Act: The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
• An affirmative action/Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.