Administrative Manager

Job Description

This is your opportunity to become a member of an extraordinary organization and a dynamic department. The City of Fresno is currently looking for an Administrative Manager to join our team.

Reporting to a Department Director, the Administrative Manager administers and manages the business, personnel and other assigned functions of a department such as establishing and implementing organization policies, managing the functions of budgeting, fiscal control, accounting, purchasing, personnel, grant preparation, analysis and compliance, contract administration and computer operations.

The Administrative Manager position in the Police Department is responsible for the Department's grant oversight programs, leads compliance audits and reviews, provides compliance resources and guidance to Department management and key staff. In addition, the Administrative Manager will be expected to facilitate and coordinate activities with other departments within the City, and develop and maintain a positive working relationship. This position may exercise supervision over assigned staff.

The selected candidate will be expected to use sound judgment, encompass a high level of commitment to public service, demonstrate the ability to work well in a fast paced and demanding environment, and possess the initiative to complete projects. Furthermore, the ideal candidate will be an organizational problem solver that can provide positive and proactive solutions, use sound judgment, and has exceptional communication skills, both oral and written, along with a collaborative, team oriented operational style.

One vacancy currently exists in the Police Department. However, the City of Fresno may choose to utilize the applications received through this recruitment for future vacancies.

This is an unclassified position in which the incumbent serves at the will of the Department Director.

The primary work location for this position is in Fresno, California. This position requires physical presence during the assigned working hours. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available. Applicants who are unable to meet this onsite requirement will not be considered.

THE REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline.

Four (4) years of professional, administrative, managerial, operations, budgetary or similar experience.
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Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance or related field. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis, up to a maximum of two years.

NOTE: Applicants must attach a copy of degree for verification of educational requirements.

Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required at time of appointment.
Selected eligible candidates who are certified will be required to successfully complete and pass a Department interview, an extensive background investigation, a Computer Voice Stress Analyzer (CVSA) and/or polygraph examination, and a Department of Justice fingerprint check before being employed by the City of Fresno. Providing false information or failing to meet any of these requirements will result in disqualification from further consideration in the selection process.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
The Department Director is seeking a strong manager who is innovative, has the ability and skills to successfully empower employees to succeed, and has the ability to plan for the future needs of the department. A background that includes four years of professional, administrative, managerial, operations, budgetary or similar experience, and a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance or related field will be considered qualifying for this position. Experience working within a public agency is desirable.

THE SELECTION PROCESS:
To apply for this this phenomenal career opportunity, please visit our website at www.fresno.gov/jobs and complete an employment application. Please upload your letter of interest, resume, and five work-related references.

Completed applications will be reviewed and a select group of candidates will be invited to interview. Applicants deemed to have the most relevant qualifications will be referred for further consideration.

Inquiries should be directed to:
Leshea Tarver, Senior Human Resources Analyst @ Leshea.Tarver@fresno.gov

Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of any race, gender, religion, ancestry, or disability. For more information, please refer to our Career Opportunities web page on the City of Fresno website.