Financial Manager

Job Description

Introduction

** THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT CITY OF MILWAUKEE EMPLOYEES
ONLY**

Purpose

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

Essential Functions

Financial Management and Administration

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.

Contract Management

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.

Streetcar Support

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.

Parking Management

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 City's
parking lots.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are
interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the
hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of
1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA)
of 2008.

Conditions of Employment

The Financial Manager must be willing and able to:

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

Minimum Requirements

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.
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business
administration or a closely related field from an accredited college or
university.
Five years of progressively responsible experience in
accounting, budgeting, and/or financial management.
Valid State of Wisconsin Driver's License at the time of
appointment and throughout employment.
Good driving record at the time of appointment and
throughout employment.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be
considered.
NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts
to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates'
education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any
job offer.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics

Technical

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.

Leadership and Supervisory

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.

Communication and Interpersonal

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 one's own.

Judgment and Professionalism

Analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability
to analyze and report on financial data.
Attention to detail, accuracy, and a high degree of
organizational skills.
Ability to meet competing, challenging, and ever-changing
priorities.
Ability to work within tight time constraints.
Ability to effectively evaluate or make independent
decisions based on experience, knowledge, and training.
High degree of initiative and dedication to process
improvement.
Initiative, honesty, integrity, and responsible stewardship
of City of Milwaukee resources.

Current Salary

The current salary range (1KX) is $108,967-$131,235 annually,
and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents
is $113,326-$136,484 annually. Appointment will be made in accordance
with the provisions of the City of Milwaukee Salary Ordinance.

Selection Process

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job-related and will
consist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of related education,
experience, and accomplishments, an evaluation of written communication,
interviews, and/or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee
Relations and the Department of Public Works reserve the right to call only the
most qualified candidates to proceed in the selection process. Information from
the selection process will be used to make a hiring decision. Selected
candidates will be transferred and/or promoted to the position.
INITIAL FILING DATE - The selection process will
be held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt of
applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior
notice. However, recruitment may continue until the City's needs have been met.
The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the selection process
at the time and place designated by the hiring authority.
NOTE: Transfer/Promotional Opportunities and
Promotional Examinations are not open to Milwaukee Public Schools employees or
to the public. Only current City of Milwaukee employees and civilian personnel
in MFD and MPD, hired through a City Service Commission process, who have
successfully completed a probationary period for a Civil Service position, or
who have status as a City of Milwaukee employee in a fixed-term position, will
be considered. Individuals with exempt, provisional, temporary, or emergency
appointments are not eligible for transfer.

Additional Information

APPLICATIONS and further information may be accessed by
visiting www.jobapscloud.com/MIL.
If you would like assistance completing an application,
please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or
staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
The Department of Employee Relations is located at City
Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

Conclusion

EEO 102
The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an
equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

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 City's
parking lots.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are
interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the
hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of
1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA)
of 2008.

Conditions of Employment

The Financial Manager must be willing and able to:

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

Minimum Requirements

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.
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business
administration or a closely related field from an accredited college or
university.
Five years of progressively responsible experience in
accounting, budgeting, and/or financial management.
Valid State of Wisconsin Driver's License at the time of
appointment and throughout employment.
Good driving record at the time of appointment and
throughout employment.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be
considered.
NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts
to your employment