Police Services Manager I - Fiscal

• Is action and results focused.  You are able to manage projects ensuring they are on-time, on-budget, and achieve departmental objectives.
• Pays attention to detail.  You possess the ability to focus on the work content, steps, and final work product.
• Displays accountability and ownership.  You demonstrate an ability to hold self and others accountable for high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results.
• Is resourceful.  You are able to prioritize the use of fiscal resources to maximize organizational effectiveness.
• Is an effective communicator (verbal and written).  In this position you will need to be able to maintain professional rapport and relationships throughout the organization and with staff.  You also have the ability to communicate effectively in writing.
• Is able to work effectively in a para-military organization.
• Has specialized knowledge in financial management.

• Planning, organizing, directing, and managing daily fiscal operations for the police department.
• Budget development and administration of fiscal operations.
• Providing staff training and development for the police department Fiscal Division staff.
• Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
• Providing input to management of the Department regarding strategies and policies.
• Assisting in the development of, coordinating, administering and ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures throughout the division.

• You will work in a position that impacts the police department’s operations, which directly impacts the public and Oakland residents.  
• You will work with a diverse group of staff.
• You will have many opportunities for both personal and career growth and development.

• You will need to balance complex policies and funding requirements while adhering to bureaucratic processes.  
• Working with limited staff and resources.
• You will need to balance multiple competing priorities.

• Analyzing and Interpreting data – Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data. 
• Critical thinking – Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and legal & regulatory navigation.  
• Decision Making – Choosing optimal course of action in a timely manner.
• Professional and Technical Expertise – Applying technical subject matter to the job.
• Action and Results Focused – Taking initiative with tasks and focusing on accomplishment.
• Adaptability- Able to respond positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires.
• Attention to Detail – Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products.
• Innovative Problem Solving – Ability to identify and analyze problems in order to propose new and better ways to manage issues.
• Oral Communication – Engaging in effective and clear dialogue.
• Presentation Skills – Formally delivering information to various groups.
• Writing – Communicating effectively in writing.
• Customer Focused – Attending to the needs and expectations of customers.
• Handling and Resolving Conflict – Ability to manage, supervise and train staff.
• Professional Integrity and Ethics – Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability.
• Project Management – Ensuring that projects are on-time, on-budget, and achieve their objectives.

• Familiarity with budgeting, financial reporting, and accounting practices specific to municipal or public safety agencies.  
• Ability to conduct complex financial analysis, forecasting, and trend identification to support budget planning and resource allocation.
• Understanding of grants, special revenue funds, and other funding mechanisms used in law enforcement (e.g., federal or state funds for public safety programs).

• The successful incumbent is required to maintain a valid California Driver’s License throughout the tenure of employment OR demonstrates the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as required in the performance of duties.

What’s in it for you? 

• 15 paid holidays 
• Vacation – 2 weeks per year minimum with the ability to accrue more depending on public sector years of service.
• Retirement – CalPERS (California Public Employees’ Retirement System) with a pension formula of 2.5% @ 55 (for Classic CalPERS members) and 2% @ 62 for new CalPERS members. Classic Employees contribute 8% of pre-tax wages. The City of Oakland does not participate in Social Security. 
• Health – The City of Oakland pays for the cost of employee and eligible dependent coverage at the Kaiser rate. Other plans include Anthem, Blue Shield, United Health Care and other HMO and PPO plans.
• Dental – The City of Oakland pays for Delta Dental full premium for employees and eligible dependents. 
• Vision – The City of Oakland pays for VSP full premium for employees and eligible dependents. 
• Sick leave – Employees accrue 12 days per year.
• Deferred Compensation – 457(b) pre-tax plan and an after-tax ROTH 401(k)plan.
• Other benefits include a Flexible Spending Account, Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Training, & Telecommuting.

Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment. If the requested information is not furnished in a timely manner, applicants will not qualify for further consideration and will be removed from the eligible list.

The City of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process and date of examination as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity. The information contained in this announcement is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

How to Apply

Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least two to three hours to submit your application if you are a new user on the system. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY. You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at:

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/oaklandca/default.cfm.
  

If you do not have access to a computer, there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also workstations at the Human Resources Management Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612. Workstations are available during regular business hours (normally 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).