Budget Manager - SFPD (1824)

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Job description

Job Description

Under policy direction from the Chief Fiscal Officer, the incumbent will provide technical expertise and support to the SFPD leadership in reviewing budget proposals and requests, work closely and collaboratively with others and the Fiscal Division while performing detailed analytical work, including complex analysis and budget forecasting work. With many different stakeholder groups, the incumbent will be asked to formulate and present policy and budget recommendations that may be publicly shared to allow for transparency and a citizen-led analysis. The incumbent will have the opportunity to interface with multiple City departments, community organizations, and bodies with Legislative authority such as the Board of Supervisors or Police Commission. Acting as an internal advocate, the incumbent will be expected to initiate discussions and gain support through individual and group meetings. With this, the incumbent will get to establish meaningful professional relationships and communicate with a variety of audiences.

Essential Duties: The essential responsibilities and duties for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

Reviewing and preparing an analysis of the Budget proposal of the Chief of Police, their Five-Year Plan, Revenue and Expenditure Reports, and changes to the City's financial policies.

Leading the preparation, monitoring, and evaluation of Board of Supervisors (BOS) budget amendments to align with the SFPD's priorities and ensure the fiscally responsible allocation of City resources.

Preparing, reviewing, and developing reports and analyses, as directed.

Serve as the Acting CFO when the CFO is on leave or unavailable.

Assisting with budget monitoring of the Department's general fund operating costs and workorder agreements, and other budget lines as necessary.

Preparing and analyzing highly complex, sensitive and timely budget requests, policy proposals, and financial reports, including reports regarding the City's long-term obligations, revenue forecasts, and expenditure trends.

Formulating and presenting policy and/or budget recommendations for publication of key data to allow for transparency and analysis.

Establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with City officials, intergovernmental agencies, City staff, and SFPD personnel to ensure that budget and policy services are responsive to their diverse needs.

Representing the City and Police Department in public meetings; preparing presentations for meetings with citizen groups and BOS; providing recommendations and preparing suggestions for improving understanding, and engagement of stakeholders regarding the SFPD Budget and financial operations.

Assisting in the maintenance of data integrity in the City's budget and financial system.

Researching and remaining apprised of best practices and innovations in governmental budgeting, financial transparency, and public finance, especially as it applies to policing.

Assisting SFPD's Staff Services with position control and reconciliation

Reviewing, routing, and recommending courses of action for day-to-day expenditure requests.

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