Undergeneral direction, is responsible formanaging the division’s performance through management, and oversight of comprehensive budget reviews, organizational structure review, systems research, and process improvement.Coordinates assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to theDirector.Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff. Work LocationCity Tower, 100 W. Houston St.
Work Hours8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Monday - Friday
This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason. - Oversees assigned Innovation staff and cross-department project teams in comprehensive budget reviews, organizational structure reviews, process improvement, and similar analytical work.
- Assistsin the development and review of work plans, staffing levels, communication materials, and office operations.
- Recommends management strategies and departmental turnaround plans. Inspects business processes and service delivery methods to identify efficiencies and reduce cost.
- Conducts analytical research and presents implementation alternatives on various public administration functions and service delivery activities.
- Evaluates staffing to ensure the efficient and effective utilization of human resources.
- Presents organizational improvement recommendations to departments, the City Manager's Office, and outside agencies.
- Proposes organizational configurations to meet the business strategic goals of the City.
- Maintains contacts with other organizations and consultants to obtain and exchange organizational and human resources information.
- Develops Citywide organizational relationships and functional responsibilities adapting the organization to fit current and future conditions and demands for municipal services.
- Plans, directs, and evaluates the work of assigned staff. Assists in selecting, motivating, and evaluating department staff; provides or coordinates training and works with employees to correct deficiencies; assists in implementing and administering disciplinary procedures, as necessary.
- Assists in planning, directing, and coordinating, through subordinate-level staff, the department work plan; meets with management staff to identify and resolve problems; assigns projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; and reviews and evaluates work methods and procedures.
- Assists in responding to and resolving sensitive inquiries and complaints from both internal and external sources.
- Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in Business Administration, Public Administration, Information Science, Finance, or a related field.
- Four (4) years of professional experience in organizational performance review, human resources planning, budget, or finance, preferably in municipal government.
- Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
Preferred Qualifications- Master's Degree from an accredited college or university with preferable coursework in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Experience in budget, finance, and cost savings.
Applicant Information- If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
- Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
- Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
- Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
- Knowledge of operational characteristics, services, and activities of budget administration programs.
- Knowledge of organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs.
- Knowledge of performance measurement techniques, applied statistical analysis, organization strategic planning, operations research, and human resources planning.
- Knowledge of advanced principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
- Knowledge of principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
- Knowledge of organization, function, and authority of various City departments.
- Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, statutes, and regulations.
- Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
- Skill in critical thinking.
- Ability to research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.
- Ability to provide administrative and professional leadership and direction to subordinate staff.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Ability to prepare and present clear and concise administrative and financial reports.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and officials, other government officials, community groups, the general public, and media representatives.
- Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
- Ability to work primarily inside an office environment.
