Chief Fiscal Officer, Operations Manager II (NCS) - Department of Housing and Community Development

City of Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Chief Fiscal Officer to oversee financial operations and budget management within a dynamic department. This executive role involves strategic planning, fiscal optimization, and leading a dedicated team to ensure compliance with financial regulations. With a focus on collaboration and growth, the CFO will play a critical role in shaping the agency's financial future. If you have a passion for public service and a proven track record in financial leadership, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in the community.

Benefits

Generous Benefits Package

Professional Development Opportunities

Flexible Work Hours

Retirement Plans

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 8+ years of senior management experience in fiscal operations.
• Expertise in financial analysis and budget oversight.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations and lead budgeting processes.
• Manage fiscal staff and ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Direct financial reporting and grant fund monitoring.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Budget Development

GAAP Principles

Microsoft Excel

Supervisory Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Master's Degree (Preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chief Fiscal Officer, Operations Manager II (NCS) - Department of Housing and Community Development

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3/27/2025

$105,085.00 - $173,250.00 ANNUALLY

BACKGROUND CHECK

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint screening and must be successfully completed.

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

POSTING DATE: 3/27/2025

SALARY RANGE: $105,085.00 - $173,250.00 ANNUALLY

BACKGROUND CHECK

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint screening and must be successfully completed.

PROBATION

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a 6-month mandatory probation.

Position Overview

The CFO is an executive level position responsible for monitoring, managing, analyzing, compiling, and reporting on all fiscal operations within the agency in accordance with all applicable statutory procedures and regulations. This position reports to the Chief of Staff. The CFO is responsible for creating DHCD’s annual operating and capital budgets in collaboration with agency leadership. They oversee all financial forecasts, proposed fiscal plans, audits, agency procurement, as well as the development of financial and budgetary policies and procedures in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

The CFO leads fiscal optimization efforts, engaging in strategic planning to best support DHCD’s overall vision, mission and continued growth. In addition to overseeing these fiscal functions, the CFO is responsible for the selection, training, and supervision of the fiscal office employees. The CFO manages the fiscal staff to provide guidance and training on complex fiscal transactions, policies, and procedures in addition to providing technical expertise and direction for the purposes of adhering to employee growth and agency guidelines.

Essential Functions

• Oversee all financial operations in the agency. Lead the annual budgeting process for both DHCD’s operating and capital budgets.
• Supervise payroll to ensure all staff are paid on a timely and accurate basis. Monitor and approve budget expenditures.
• Prepare cash flow projections and determine budgetary impacts, make recommendations to senior management staff.
• Direct the preparation of all financial reports in an accurate and timely manner.
• Oversee the monitoring of grant funds and make recommendations on grant expenditures.
• Direct and coordinate the agency’s financial affairs according to sound principles, GAAP, and City, State and Federal government regulations.
• Oversee all procurement for DHCD.
• Provide direction and recommendations to the Housing Commissioner on all financial and fiscal matters.
• Provide direction and oversight for DHCD’s payroll, grants accounting, procurement, and telecommunications operations.
• Manage a team of approximately ten staff.
• Represent the agency before Baltimore’s Board of Estimates and the City Council on matters including, but not limited to, budget submissions and spending authority requests and other financial matters.
• Serve as the point of contact with City Audits and all external auditors; coordinate responses to any audit requests and findings as well as implement changes to improve processes as needed.
• Provide timely responses for all pending City, State or Federal legislation which require a financial analysis and a fiscal note as to the impact of the action requested on the Agency and the City of Baltimore.
  
  

Education And Experience Requirements

EDUCATION: A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Management or related field from an accredited college or university.

AND

EXPERIENCE: Have 8 years of senior management, policy-driven operational responsibilities including 4 years of experience managing homogeneous functions through subordinate supervisors is required.

OR

EQUIVALENCY NOTES: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preferred experience in leadership management support staff members’ professional development. Also, preferred 5 years of experience in directing a major program/project involving administrative policy formulation responsibilities and 5 years of experience in Commercial or Public Finance industry or related field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated track record of producing results related to budgetary and fiscal matters.
• Ability to synthesize complex financial and policy topics and present findings in clear, accessible language.
• Expert knowledge of financial analysis, budget development, and oversight processes.
• Expert knowledge of the principles, methods and practices of GAAP.
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel; highly skilled in Microsoft Office.
• Advanced knowledge of report preparation techniques and procedures and demonstrated ability to prepare and evaluate professional, technical reports and other documents.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to engage internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to direct and lead a large team and interpersonal skills. Analytical and abstract skills.
• Supervisory experience.
  
  

Benefits

The City of Baltimore offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our benefits here:

https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits

☒ FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE

This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law.

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.

BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Government Administration

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