THE POSITION
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% COLA effective 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
Qualifications
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
online responses 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 Marginal Function Statements
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.
Minimum Qualifications
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.
Physical And Mental Requirements
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.
Unrepresented Management
PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM: CalPERS enrollment in either the 2% @ 60 or the 2% @ 62 formula is dependent on eligibility, as per AB 340. Employee pays the full member contribution. Retirement benefit is based on the employees three year final compensation average. The City does not participate in Social Security except for the required 1.45% Medicare contribution by both the City and the employee (applies to employees hired after 4-1-86).
HOLIDAYS: 12 paid holidays per year plus 8 hours of holiday credit.
MANAGEMENT LEAVE: Eighty hours of Management Leave is provided annually.
VACATION: Accrual normally begins at a rate of two weeks per year, with incremental increases to five weeks at 21 years of service. Employees may accumulate up to two times their annual accrual.
SICK LEAVE: Accumulated at 8 hours per month, 96 hours per year. Employees may accumulate up to 2,200 hours.
MEDICAL INSURANCE: Health, dental and vision coverage is provided. The City's monthly contribution to health, dental and vision benefits is based on a three-tier system as follows:
$ 2,028.00 Employee + Family
$ 1,436.00 Employee + 1 Dependent
$ 718.00 Employee Only
$ 450.00 Opt Out
The employee pays the balance. An employee who opts out of health coverage receives the amount noted above
minus dental and vision premium on their paycheck and treated as taxable income. Dental and vision coverage continuation is available upon retirement.
LIFE INSURANCE: Provided in the amount of $120,000 by the City. Supplemental coverage is available at employee cost.
LONG TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE: Coverage is provided by the City, at City cost. This benefit pays 66 2/3% of the first $12,000 per month in salary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: With matching contributions by the employee, the City will contribute 1.5% of salary, (increasing to 2.5% at 9 years of service) to a voluntary 457 Plan. The City also contributes 2-5% to a mandatory 401(a) Money Purchase Plan, based on role within the City.
RETIREE HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT (RHS): $2,400 initial deposit provided upon completion of a two (2) year vesting period, after initial contribution is made, the City shall contribute $100 per month
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Available to employees and dependents. Plan provides up to 3 counseling visits per incident, at City expense.
EDUCATION INCENTIVE: Master's Degree Pay in the amount of 5% of salary. Bachelor's Degree Pay in the amount of 2.5% of salary.
LONGEVITY PAY: 2.5% of salary at 10 years of service.
CITY CAR/CAR ALLOWANCE: Up to $400 monthly is provided for some positions.
SECTION 125 PLAN: Providing for pre-tax deductions for employee-paid health premium and dependent care costs.
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I understand that in order for my application to receive every consideration in the selection process, I must complete the following Supplemental Questions and provide concise but detailed answers. I understand these responses must match the information I provide in the Work Experience and Education sections of my application. When answering narrative descriptions of my experience, I understand that I must include the name of the employer, dates of employment, and the name and phone number of my supervisor. I certify that all information provided on this application and the Supplemental Questions is true to the best of my knowledge.
- I have read and understand the above instructions
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Do you possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration, accounting, finance, economics or a closely related field.
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Do you possess a Master's degree with major course work in public or business administration, economics, finance, or a related field?
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How many years of public sector accounting, auditing and/or budgeting work experience do you have?
- None - less than 5 years
- 5 - less than 6 years
- 6 - less than 7 years
- 7 - less than 8 years
- 8 or more
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How many years of experience do you have forecasting revenues and expenditures for various funds in either government or private sector?
- None - less than 1 year
- 1 - less than 2 years
- 2 - less than 3 years
- 3 - less than 4 years
- 4 or more years
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How many years of supervision and/or management do you have?
- None - less than 1 year
- 1 - less than 2 years
- 2 - less than 3 years
- 3 - less than 4 years
- 4 or more years
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Please describe your experience in forecasting revenues and expenditures for various funds either in governmental or private sector. List N/A for no experience.
