Are you experienced in accounting, financial management, budgeting forecasting or economics? Do you have supervision experience? We may have an incredible opportunity to join our Office of Performance Management and Budget Department as the next Budget Manager! Apply today!
Upcoming Salary Increases and Incentives:
3% COLAeffective July 1, 2025
3% COLA effective July 1, 2026
2.5% Education Incentive (bachelor's degree)
5% Education Incentive (master's degree)
The Budget Manager is responsible to plan, organize, and direct the activities of the Budget Division within the Office of Performance Management and Budget (OPMB); to coordinate division activities with other divisions and City departments; and to provide highly responsible technical support to the Office of Performance Management and Budget Director.APPLICATION PROCESS
The Supplemental Questionnaire is the Training and Experience Exam (Weighted 100%). In addition to the City of Modesto employment application, applicants must complete and submit onlineresponses to the supplemental questionnaire. Only the applicants who meet the minimum qualifications by the final filing date will become candidates and their supplemental questionnaire will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. Therefore, your responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough and complete because the exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this position. When completing the supplemental questionnaire, please note:- Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted.
- Incomplete supplemental questionnaires will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed.
- A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire.
- Any work experience described in your supplemental question answers MUST also be found under Work Experience on your application.
The City of Modesto is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. A City application is required, including Supplemental Questionnaire. Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Essential Functions:
Plan, organize, and direct Budget Division activities including the City’s annual operating and multi-year capital improvement budget process; review budget adjustments and approve changes; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations.
Develop and implement divisional goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Direct, oversee, and participate in the development of the Budget Division work plan; assign work activities, projects, and programs; monitor workflow; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures.
Perform special financial analyses with the City budget; assist the Office of Performance Management and Budget Director, City Manager, and Mayor in assessing budget implications of various long-range projects, plans, and scenarios.
Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, and review the work of staff involved in the development, preparation, and implementation of the City’s annual budget.
Recommend the appointment of personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; implement discipline procedures as required; maintain discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the Department.
Recommend and implement changes in budget format, procedures, and processes, including the development of alternative budget systems in coordination with the OPMB Director; evaluate and participate in the design and implementation of management information systems; perform research and recommend best practices.
Prepare multi-year forecast of revenues and expenditures.
Analyze actual revenues and expenditures in comparison to budget estimates and allocations; prepare and present reports.
Oversee the preparation of all budget documents including preliminary, proposed, and adopted budget packages.
Participate in the review of capital improvement budgets, operating budgets, supplemental budget requests, and mid-year budget adjustments; participate in budget presentations to council, commissions, and groups.
Perform a variety of complex statistical and financial analyses including cost/benefit and program cost analysis.
Consult with management on various operating and CIP budget issues.
Review department budget requests and changes to ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and policies.
In coordination with OPMB Director represent the division and department to outside agencies and organizations; participate in outside community and professional groups and committees; provide technical assistance, as necessary.
Research and prepare technical and administrative reports; prepare written correspondence.
Answer questions and provide information to the public and internal and external customers; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.
Assist the OPMB Director in assessing budget implications of various long-range projects, plans, and scenarios; oversee staff involved in the process, with particular emphasis on balancing staff resources devoted to budget preparation and monitoring versus long-range financial planning.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
Observe and maintain a safe working environment in compliance with established safety programs and procedures.
Marginal Functions:
Perform related duties as assigned.
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Principles and practices of public administration, organization, and management.
Principles of accounting and financial management.
Statistical methods.
Principles and practices of budget development, implementation, and monitoring.
Internal controls, including their purpose and limitations, to design and implement control procedures.
Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, rules, and regulations.
Practical application of modern information technology to administrative and fiscal management tasks.
Principles and practices of research analysis and management.
Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Ability to:
Research, analyze, and make recommendations on budgeting, administrative, management, and fiscal practices.
Organize, implement, and direct Budget Division operations and activities.
Perform complex budget analysis, preparation, and monitoring.
Research, compile, and analyze statistical and financial records and reports.
Write complex reports in a logical, comprehensive, and concise manner.
Interpret, explain, and apply federal, state, local, and department policies, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations.
Effectively represent the department to other departments, outside agencies, and/or before public bodies.
Make effective oral and written presentations of conclusions and recommendations.
Analyze information technology software as it relates to municipal financing and budgeting issues.
Conduct complex economic and financial analyses; interpret data and draw sound conclusions.
Forecast economic conditions and the impact thereof on the City budget and operations.
Estimate and project revenues and expenditures.
Evaluate internal controls and recommend and implement effective control procedures.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
Experience and Training Guidelines:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Five years of increasingly responsible experience in accounting, financial management, budgeting, forecasting, or economics, including one year of supervisory responsibility.
Training:
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration, economics, finance, or a related field.
A master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration, economics, finance, or a related field is desirable.
Mobility: frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting for long periods of time; occasional bending or squatting. Lifting: frequently up to 10 pounds; occasionally up to 25 pounds. Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision. Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching. Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the phone. Emotional/Psychological: frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone. Environmental: frequent exposure to noise.
Working Conditions:
Work is performed in a typical temperature-controlled office environment subject to typical office noise and environment. Positions require occasional overtime or weekend work and the ability to travel.
