Capital Budget Manager

DescriptionPerforms advanced coordination, planning, and project work associated with the management of the city’s capital planning process. Responsibilities include coordination and development of the annual capital improvement plan, ongoing financial management of existing project budgets, and preparation of reports for leadership and advisory bodies. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Budget and Performance Management Director.Examples of DutiesDevelops, coordinates, and maintains the City’s multi-year Capital Improvement PlanProvides ongoing support to departments regarding current and future project funding needs; prepares budget amendments as neededActs as the primary point of contact for all departmental stakeholders, facilitates effective communication, and addresses questions and concernsPrepares reports and presentations for city departments, city management, and city councilProvides annual and ad hoc training on capital planning process Completes special projects as assignedTypical QualificationsBachelor's degree with coursework in Public Administration/Affairs (MPA), Finance, or related field and extensive experience in governmental budget development in a local government budget office, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master's degree preferred.Thorough knowledge of the principles and policies of local government budget preparation and administration.Working knowledge of different forms of government debt financing and experience with developing multi-year debt models Ability to develop and manage operating and/or capital budgets within a local governmental agencyAbility to conduct detailed research and prepare reports and findings Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associatesAdvanced Microsoft Office skills with an ability to master other job- related software such as financial management systems, geographic information systems, Power BI, etc.Supplemental InformationThis work requires the occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting and speaking or hearing, frequently requires using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions and occasionally requires standing, walking and reaching with hands and arms; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and observing general surroundings and activities; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic)Employee Benefits401a Contribution (employee match not required)Bus Pass ProgramEducation AssistanceEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Suggestion ProgramFamily and Medical LeaveFlexible Spending AccountsGroup Health InsuranceGroup Dental InsuranceJury Duty Leave Life/Accidental Death Insurance Long-Term Care InsuranceMilitary LeavePaid Holidays Promotion from WithinRetirement/Pension Plan (State of NC)School LeaveShared LeaveShort-Term Disability InsuranceSick Leave TrainingVacation LeaveWellness ProgramThe City of Winston-Salem's employment practices are guided by federal, state, and local rules and regulations guaranteeing employment opportunities to all persons without regard to and prohibiting discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, religion, political affiliation or beliefs, national origin or handicap, unless a bonafide occupational qualification exists.01Please indicate your highest level of completed education with coursework in Public Administration/Affairs, Finance, or a related field:NoneHigh School Diploma / GEDSome collegeAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree or higher02Please describe your amount of working experience in governmental budget development:None1 - 3 years4 - 6 years7 years or more Required Question