Exempt to Permanent – Manager I (0922) Citywide (E10189)

Under administrative direction, incumbents in this class provide mid-level management functions in an operating department with responsibility for a section, program or defined functional area and may assume responsibility for one or more section(s) or operational area(s) or operationally-related services. Incumbents in these positions make decisions which impact the daily operations and implementation of established procedures and policies of the related units/sections and solve problems requiring analyses of issues that may result in deviations from routine processes, new technology and/or additional resources. These Managers typically contact and/or establish working relationships with others at similar levels within the organization and coordinate budget preparation, monitoring expenditures and financial reporting for the assigned section; and perform related duties as required. Incumbents in this class assume responsibility for multiple sections providing complex, related functions or services. In appropriate decisions at this level would impact the economic vitality, health, or welfare of a segment of the City’s population. Incumbents make decisions which require discretion in applying general goal and policy statements and in resolving organizational and service delivery problems. At this level, inappropriate decisions may compromise the effective functioning of the section and result in a negative impact on the health or welfare of a segment of the City’s population. Managers in this class typically manage supervisors of clerical, maintenance and/technical employees. Supervision Exercised: Managers in this class typically manage supervisors of clerical, maintenance and/or technical employees. Examples of Important and Essential Duties: Manages programs, operational activities, or projects of assigned section or program area; supervises, trains and evaluates the activities of personnel and/or coordinates and monitors the work of consultants and contractors working for the department; works with other managers and staff to evaluate and implement goals, responsibilities, policies and procedures of the division. Monitors the work of and coaches subordinates to improve performance. Evaluates procedures, identifies and analyses problems and issues and may implement and document new procedures of the assigned section/program. Participates in budget development by providing detailed justification and persuasive arguments for proposals or initiatives. Coordinates budget preparation, monitors expenditures and financial reporting for assigned section; prepares reports, memoranda, and correspondence; and maintains statistical records. Implements and closely monitors budget expenditures; provides executive management with an early warning and practical options to potential cost overruns. Directs the allocation of resources to achieve timely outcomes and measurable goals within budget; adjusts plans and programs to meet emerging or new programs, while continuing to address major departmental priorities. Assists in developing and implementing operational policies to ensure the efficient operation of section or program. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted. Current Category 16, 17, or 18 Exempt Employee in Class 0922 who has worked at least 2,080 hours in class 0922; AND Education: Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university; AND Experience: At least three (3) years of professional experience. Substitution Education Substitution: Additional experience may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis (up to a maximum of two (2) years). One (1) year is equivalent to thirty (30) semester units/forty-five (45) quarter units. Experience Substitution: Possession of a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) or Master’s degree may substitute for one (1) year of the required professional experience. Verification ... (truncated, view full listing at source)