Financial Manager

** THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT CITY OF MILWAUKEE EMPLOYEESONLY**

The Financial Manager in the Department of Public Works(DPW) organizes coordinates directs and administers the Parking Sectionsfinancial activities to ensure its financial health.

• Develop annual budgets and provide financial management and administration of over $45 million.
• Manage and monitor operating expenditures for parking enforcement the City Tow Lot five parking structures fifty parking lots and the parking meter shop.
• Monitor revenues from parking citations parking meters night parking permits parking structures parking lots miscellaneous leases tow fees vehicle auctions and vehicle disposal.
• Develop and monitor expenditures of parking capital improvement budget.
• Track and analyze funds sales and usage of the various parking activities; investigate irregular reports or activities.
• Investigate methods of increasing productivity to reduce the percentage increase in annual expenditures through the use of technology.
• Assist with procurement projects and provide analytical assistance.
• Respond to open records requests.
• Testify before Common Council Committees and state legislative committees as needed.

• Manage Parking services contracts for overarching compliance with managers.
• Respond to complaints of contractors and follow up with management to correct contractor issues.
• Meet with contractors regarding technology planned to improve productivity.
• Oversee contract renewals.
• Write bid out and administer contracts.

• Provide financial analysis for the Streetcar unit.
• Provide analysis of ridership research rate methodologies and monitor accounts.
• Conduct data reporting for grants.
• Organize invoices and ensure timely payments.

• Create and administer contracts and leases for City-owned parking facilities.
• Create and administer leases for City-owned parking lots and partial spaces in select lots.
• Oversee insurance requirements ensuring they are met and retained.
• Oversee the Parking Services Supervisors who are tasked with maintaining Parking Structures and Surface Lots.
• Oversee invoices ensuring they are sent out and paid per the lease terms.
• Prepare bid outs and administer up to three contracts for the plowing and removal of snow mowing and lot clean-up for the Citys parking lots.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who areinterested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during thehiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of1990 as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA)of 2008.

• File a statement of economic interests in accordance with the Milwaukee Code of Ordinances Chapter 303-Code of Ethics.

1. Regular status as a City of Milwaukee employee having successfully completed a probationary period for a civil service position or status as a City of Milwaukee employee in a fixed-term position.
2. Bachelors degree in finance accounting business administration or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
3. Five years of progressively responsible experience in accounting budgeting and/or financial management.
4. Valid State of Wisconsin Drivers License at the time of appointment and throughout employment.
5. Good driving record at the time of appointment and throughout employment.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may beconsidered.

NOTICE:Please do not attach your academic transcriptsto your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidateseducation as part of the background screening process prior to extending anyjob offer.

• Advanced knowledge of general accounting and finance principles and practices.
• Knowledge of statistical and system analysis techniques.
• Knowledge of budgeting practices and principles to prepare capital and operating budgets.
• Knowledge of revenue/expense forecasting principles and techniques.
• Proficiency using standard computer software and programs such as Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite including Excel PowerPoint and Word.
• Ability to use Financial Management Information System (FMIS) query functions.
• Ability to research and develop analytic and statistical methodologies.
• Ability to prepare statistical reports with clear and concise recommendations including the ability to analyze and make recommendations concerning the financial impact of parking programs and operations.
• Ability to implement changes in work processes with demonstrated improvements and efficiencies.
• Ability to read interpret and apply complex rules and regulations.

• Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.
• Ability to effectively lead and supervise staff members including the ability to establish policies and deadlines set goals and expectations assign and review work monitor employee performance provide training and feedback and address employee problems.
• Ability to foster an environment of inclusion wherein all employees are treated respectfully are valued for their strengths and feel that they can safely express themselves.
• Ability to prepare and efficiently manage a budget and department resources.

• Written communication skills to prepare clear and concise business correspondence and reports.
• Ability to produce data reports and financial materials so individuals at all levels of the organization can understand them.
• Verbal communication skills; ability to speak clearly and concisely and explain complex concepts to non-technical audiences both large and small.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with managers direct reports other City staff elected officials community partners and outside agencies.
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with people whose backgrounds may differ from ones own.

The current salary range (1KX) is$108967-$131235 annuallyand the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residentsis$113326-$136484 annually.Appointment will be made in accordancewith the provisions of the City of Milwaukee Salary Ordinance.

THE SELECTION PROCESSwill be job-related and willconsist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of related educationexperience and accomplishments an evaluation of written communicationinterviews and/or other assessment methods. The Department of EmployeeRelations and the Department of Public Works reserve the right to call only themost qualified candidates to proceed in the selection process. Information fromthe selection process will be used to make a hiring decision. Selectedcandidates will be transferred and/or promoted to the position.

INITIAL FILING DATEThe selection process willbe held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt ofapplications may be discontinued at any time after this date without priornotice. However recruitment may continue until the Citys needs have been applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the selection processat the time and place designated by the hiring authority.

NOTE:Transfer/Promotional Opportunities andPromotional Examinations are not open to Milwaukee Public Schools employees orto the public. Only current City of Milwaukee employees and civilian personnelin MFD and MPD hired through a City Service Commission process who havesuccessfully completed a probationary period for a Civil Service position orwho have status as a City of Milwaukee employee in a fixed-term position willbe considered. Individuals with exempt provisional temporary or emergencyappointments are not eligible for transfer.

• APPLICATIONS and further information may be accessed by visiting you would like assistance completing an application please contact the Department of Employee Relations at or
• The Department of Employee Relations is located at City Hall 200 E Wells St Room 706 Milwaukee WI 53202.

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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is anequal opportunity employer.