Business Manager - General Services Department - City of Fresno

• The General Services Department is proud to offer this exciting opportunity to join our dedicated team. As
• a central hub for high‑quality internal services, GSD supports every City of Fresno department by
• streamlining logistical operations and reducing administrative burdens. Our work allows outward‑facing
• departments to devote more time and resources to serving the community, strengthening the City’s overall
• ability to deliver responsive, efficient public services. You will play a key role in shaping efficient
• operations in a department that values diverse perspectives and empowers employees to bring their best
• ideas. Our team is forward-thinking and we encourage staff to take ownership and develop new skills and
• innovations that will benefit the organization. You will enjoy a supportive work culture, strong work-life
• balance, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day. The General Services Department
• offers the unique opportunity to grow your career while contributing to the City’s delivery of key services to
• its residents.

Position Description

• The General Services Department, Business Manager role is highly focused on budgeting and accounting,
• offering the opportunity to step into a key leadership position where you will guide essential business
• operations, shape policies, and support decision makers across the organization. Applicants who meet
• the minimum qualifications and possess strong budgeting and accounting experience may be deemed
• most qualified and referred to the department for further consideration. If you are ready to apply your
• budget and accounting expertise in a purpose driven environment, we encourage you to apply.

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following

• Managing financial and budget functions for the department including mid-year and annual budget

development.

• Monitoring monthly budget projections, preparing and presenting quarterly financial reports, and

making recommendations based on data driven analysis.

• Overseeing accounting activities including accounts payables, accounts receivables, ID billing, journal

entries, Form 10 requests, pre-billing, and risk reimbursements.

• Developing, reviewing, and monitoring budget and expenditure requests.
• Providing administrative and technical support to management and staff.
• Coordinating projects and activities with other departments and / or external agencies.
• Supervising, training, and evaluating assigned staff.
• Performing related duties as assigned.

• Explore the job specification for additional position details.
• The current vacancy exists in the General Services Department. The Business Manager classification
• exists in several departments. Therefore, the City of Fresno may choose to utilize this recruitment for
• future vacancies. The duties, work location, and schedule of this position may vary by assignment, please
• inquire about specific details if called upon for an interview.
• This is an unclassified position in which the incumbent serves at the will of the Department Director.
• Annual Salary Range $110,904-$135,108

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

The Requirements

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to

qualify for further consideration

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration,
• Business Administration, Finance or related field

AND

• Four (4) years of professional, administrative, operations, budgetary or similar experience.
• Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis, up
• to a maximum of two years.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Requirements

• Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required at time of appointment. Candidates
• considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and a current copy of their driving record.
• The selected eligible candidates certified will be required to successfully pass a Department interview and
• a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment with the City of Fresno.
• Eligibles certified to the Police Department will be required to successfully complete a computer voice
• stress analyzer test and/or polygraph test, extensive background investigation, and a department
• interview prior to appointment with the City of Fresno.

Benefits

Healthcare Plan Life Insurance

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off