Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a field related to Business; Finance; Accounting; or Economics or related field, plus five (5) years of experience associated with department wide budget programs or programs associated with operational services, of which three (3) years must be supervisory.
- Masters degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics or other related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required managerial experience
Licenses or Certifications: None.
Notes to Applicants
When completing the City of Austin employment application:The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. Please be sure that your application is a reflection of your entire work history.
- Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
- A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job titles and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. Describe your specific experience for each position. Include all job duties, responsibilities, and employment dates.
- Statements such as “see resume” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your employment application. Supplemental information or changes to your application will not be accepted after the job posting closes.
- A résumé is required, but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Please include contact information from previous employers
- A cover letter is also required. In the cover letter candidates should describe, in concise detail, their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position.
- The responses to the supplemental questions should reference the employment history listed in the employment history section. Once the requisition has closed, the application cannot be changed to update work history, supplemental questions, or any other information.
- We reserve the right to verify high school and college education for the top candidate(s).
If you are selected as a top candidate: - Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.
- And are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.
Assessment:An assessment may be administered as part of the hiring process.
The department may close this posting any time after 7 days.
Pay Range
$47.75 - $62.07
Hours
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday - Friday
*Hours may vary depending upon business needs.
Job Close Date 05/08/2024 Type of Posting Reserved for City Employees Department Human Resources Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 505 Barton Springs Road, Austin TX 78704 Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in handling departmental annual budgets
- Experience with Texas Public Information Requests
- Experience with Departmental and Citywide communications
- Experience in facility space planning and building services
- Experience with Human Resources technology
- Experience in providing project leadership
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.Plans, organizes, directs, audits and controls support services within the department. The services assigned to this type of workgroup provide a more complex strategic focus to the overall business operations. Analyzes business and workforce needs to develop targeted short and long range strategies, and implement operational plans to meet performance measures. Operational plans include the strategic involvement and mediation for departmental workforce issues. Works to align the programmatic services and activities of internal systems, which are associated with the desired outcomes for the department. Serves as a direct or indirect resource for the department’s operational needs. Works to influence and serve as an advisor by communicating the business strategy to Executive leadership, City Officials or policy makers both internal and external to the department. Confers with the stakeholders to execute comprehensive program development which impacts the departmental policy initiatives. Provides solutions to complex problems and works to resolve difficult issues between involved parties. This job may have the responsibility for the development and monitoring of a departmental budget. In large departments, this job serves as an administrative resource tying budget needs to the programs of the organization. Develops and evaluates short range and long range strategic plans and establishes the criteria for a variety of human resources and business services projects, programs, and plans. Administers contracts and vendors to ensure delivery of agreed upon deliverables. Prepares and reviews reports as part of the process of monitoring and communicating performance results. Makes recommendations associated with purchasing and expenditures for departmental programs.
Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities, including selection, training, evaluation, counseling and recommendation for dismissal
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. - Knowledge of business case development, strategic business planning, reengineering, organizational change strategies, performance measurement, and project management.
- Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.
- Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws.
- Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
- Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Skill in using computers and related software.
- Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
- Skill in planning and organizing.
- Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
- Ability to analyze and resolve irregular events.
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with City employees and the public.
Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Chief Administrative Officer position are graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a field related to Business; Finance; Accounting; or Economics or related field, plus five (5) years of experience associated with department wide budget programs or programs associated with operational services, of which three (3) years must be supervisory. Masters degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics or other related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required managerial experience. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?
* Are you a current City of Austin employee?
* This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.
- I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.
* Please briefly describe your experience with department annual budgets.
(Open Ended Question)
* How would you rate your experience with Texas Public Information Requests?
- None
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
* Please briefly describe your experience with Departmental and Citywide communications.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please briefly describe your experience with facility space planning and building services.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please briefly describe your experience with Human Resources Technology.
(Open Ended Question)
* How many years of experience do you have providing project leadership?
- None
- Less than one (1) year
- 1 - 3 years
- 3 - 5 years
- 5 or more years
Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents
