Job Summary

Make an impact:
Conduct financial and analytical work as member of the Public Works Department providing reliable infrastructure and dependable public services that promote and protect the health, safety, and welfare of the community.

Learn and grow:
Be part of a team working toward continuous improvement, seeking efficient and effective ways to support operational units in achieving goals while providing exceptional and innovative services.

What you will do:
Conduct departmental budgeting, forecasting, expenditure analysis, reporting, procurement, contract administration, and administrative support. Work includes developing conclusions and recommendations in the form of reports, financial analysis generated through gathering data, statistical analysis, budget consolidation and monitoring, program management, and reporting.

Additional information on job responsibilities:

• Develop and monitor Utility Fund budgets. Conduct revenue and expenditure analysis, forecasting, rate setting, cost of service analysis, financial reporting, and intra-agency billings.
• Monitor and analyze programs, procedures, financial activities, and other support functions to develop recommendations.
• Evaluate opportunities to implement efficiencies and electronic workflows in support of field workers and employees at multiple locations. Support the work of project teams by evaluating proposals and developing recommendations. Analyze the performance of the operation and compare to service level expectations. Develop plans and recommendations.
• Maintain the integrity of data and records. Ensure compliance with applicable public records laws and regulations.
• Occasional attendance at meetings or activities outside normal working hours.

What can we offer you for all your hard work?

• Competitive pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Paid vacation, holiday, administrative and sick leave in accordance with City policies.
• Employer-paid PERS contribution of 6%.
• Opportunity for voluntary pre-tax contributions to a 457b account.
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Voluntary long-term care.
• Employee wellness program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee health clinic.
• Schedule is Monday through Friday, beginning as early as 7 am and ending as late as 6 pm.
• May be eligible for up to one day per week remote work after one year of service.

To learn more about the benefits of this position click below:
Unrepresented Employee Benefits

What are the minimum qualifications?

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, business administration or a related field, and three years of experience in a related field, or any combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the class.
• Must have an Oregon Driver license and have a driving record that meets the City of Salem's driving standards.
• Must pass the pre-employment background check.
• Depending on area of assignment, may be required to pass the pre-employment drug test (including marijuana).

What you will bring along:

• Effectively prepare and administer the City or department budget. Develop, prepare, and present a variety of financial statements, reports, and evaluations. Monitor and assess fiscal activities, specifically budget related documents.
• Possess knowledge of and ability to analyze, interpret or explain federal, state and local laws and regulations related to budgeting, accounting, and procurement.
• Exercise resourcefulness, tact and leadership in conducting studies, preparing and explaining recommendations and assisting in the actual implementation of revised or new programs and procedures.
• Experience with asset management, work orders, cost accounting, billing, and best practices for interfaces between software applications.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships and communication with all levels of City staff, contractors, other public bodies or agencies and members of the community. Capable of using tact and diplomacy when dealing with internal and external customers. Skill in communicating effectively through spoken and written word to a wide range of audiences.
• Proficiency in operating office computer and associated software applications, technology, or other programs or equipment to collect and analyze data, retrieve information, and create documents and reports.
• Skill in effective prioritization and execution of tasks within time constraints or specific deadlines.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment to solve problems, work independently and make appropriate decisions regarding work methods and priorities.
• Competence in respecting, seeking to understand, and valuing individual differences to foster and support a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Visual acuity necessary to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading.
• Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken and written word.

A bout us:
The Public Works Department values employees and their professional development. If you are someone that takes pride in collaborating on innovative ideas, proactively responding to community needs, and being a good environmental and financial steward, we look forward to meeting you! The Public Works Department promotes a healthy work life balance, while maintaining the utmost dedication to the health, safety and welfare of our community including our team!

The City of Salem is the second largest City in the State of Oregon, located in the heart Willamette Valley, and is the capital city of Oregon with a population over 170,000. Centrally located, Salem is 47 miles south of Portland and an hour from the Cascade Mountains to the east and an hour from the ocean beaches to the west. Salem is an exceptional community for living and working with exciting new and comfortable well-established neighborhoods and carefully preserved historic buildings.

A full-service City, Salem has eight primary departments: Community Services, Finance, Fire, Enterprise Services, Legal, Police, Public Works, and Community and Urban Development. Several departments also have functional divisions within their department. The City has five labor unions and employs roughly 1,350 talented and dedicated staff members. The Urban Renewal Agency and the Salem Housing Authority are separate municipal corporations. The Agency contracts with the City for services and the Authority is led by the Housing Administrator within the Urban Development department.

Where can I find out more about the position?

City of Salem - Class Specification Bulletin - MA I

How can I apply?
The City of Salem invites individuals of all diverse communities and backgrounds to apply for our available job opportunities as we strive to provide the best service to everyone. The City of Salem is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all and has a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that by welcoming differences, encouraging new ideas and views, listening to, and learning from each other, we are better able to serve the community.

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