Environmental Utilities Business Services Manager

THE POSITION

DEFINITION

To plan, organize, direct and coordinate the activities of the Environmental Utilities Business Services Division within the Environmental Utilities Department; to coordinate business services activities with other City divisions and/or departments, and to provide highly responsible technical support to the Director of Environmental Utilities.

• Receives general direction from the Director of Environmental Utilities.

• Exercises direct supervision over assigned professional, technical and office support personnel. 

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

• Develop and implement Environmental Utilities Business Services Division goals, objectives, policies and procedures. 

• Plan, organize and direct a variety of business services activities related to all enterprise funds including budget monitoring and control, financial modeling, bond financing and disclosure, debt management, customer service activities, compliance, auditing, research and analysis related to department operations and programs, interaction with outside auditors, certain billing/collection operations and long and short term financial plans.

• Direct, oversee and participate in the Environmental Utilities Business Services Division workplan; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor workflow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.

• Prepare the Environmental Utilities Business Services Division budget and assist with the development of the Department budget; assist in budget implementation; participate in the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; administer the approved budget.

• Recommend the appointment of personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; implement discipline procedures as required; maintain discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the Department.

• Manage rate analysis, rate design, and rate planning activities; recommend changes to rates; develop and conduct public outreach related to rates.

• Perform short and long-term financial planning related to current and projected water demands and rates.

• Perform legislative analysis and monitoring; prepare and administer grants, and administer federal water contracts.

• Develop and manage RFP’s; initiate, negotiate and maintain consulting contracts.

• Evaluate business services operations and activities; implement improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities.

• Responsible for all revenue, fiscal and budget services, including budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for business services; monitor and control expenditures.

• Oversee, review and analyze EU and SPWA bond structures including procedures for issuance, reimbursement, re-payment and defeasance; oversee debt activities and disclosures; and provide cash management support as needed.

• Plan, organize, direction and participate in the accounting options as it relates to South Placer Wastewater Authority including financial management, recordkeeping and reporting, accounting, budget monitoring and control, internal control, and external audits.

• Participate in the selection of staff; coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; recommend discipline; implement discipline procedures as directed. 

• Prepare and present a variety of technical and administrative reports, including regulatory reports. 

• Prepare and present reports and information to executive management, City Council, Roseville Public Utilities commission and others. 

• Represent the department in interacting and explaining financial plans and documents. 

• Coordinate Business Services Division activities with other City departments and outside agencies. 

• Plan, organize and supervise Utility Exploration Center operations as it relates to Environmental Utilities. 

• Participate in the design, implementation, and control of automated financial and utility billing systems. 

• Represent the division and department to outside agencies and organizations; participate in outside community and professional groups and committees; provide technical assistance as necessary. 

• Research and prepare technical and administrative reports; prepare written correspondence. 

• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service. 

• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of public financial management including budgeting, accounting, auditing and revenue collection.

• Pertinent local, State, federal rules, regulations and laws as well as various agencies that will impact municipal finance and financial practices.

• Principles and practices of water, wastewater and solid waste utility rate research, design, implementation and cost of service analysis.

• Principles and practices of revenue forecasting and water demand research. Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.

• Principles and practices of research analysis and management.

• Principles and practices of budget development, implementation, and monitoring. 

• Principles and practices of public administration including planning, organizing, staffing, leading and controlling.

• Principles of debt management and rate covenant management. 

• Principles and practices of supervision, training and performance evaluation. Pertinent local, State and Federal laws, ordinances and rules.

• Principles and practices of work safety. 

• Organize, implement and direct Electric Utility Business Services Division operations and activities within the Environmental Utilities Department.

• On a continuous basis, analyze budget and technical reports, interpret and evaluate staff reports; read and interpret complex laws, regulations and codes; observe performance and evaluate staff; problem solve department related issues; remember various rules and procedures; and explain and interpret policy.

• On a continuous basis, sit at desk and in meetings for long periods of time. Intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone, and communicate through written means. 

• Monitor federal and state legislative issues; inform staff of potential impact on existing and future utility operations. 

• Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations. 

• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals. 

• Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion. 

• Interpret and apply City and department policies, procedures, rules and regulations. 

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including subordinates, peers, senior management, elected officials, community groups and the general public. 

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.

Experience and Training

Experience:

• Five years of increasingly responsible experience in municipal public finance, business services administration, or accounting, including two years of supervisory responsibility.

Training:

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferably with major course work in business or public administration, financial management, accounting, economics or a related field.

AND

License or Certificate

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.

The City of Roseville is committed to a diverse workforce.  We are engaged in understanding the needs and backgrounds of our colleagues and those we serve.   Our organization is unified in this commitment, as we believe this produces the best results for our community. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Detailed information on the City of Roseville recruitment practices can be reviewed on the Frequently Asked Questions page.

• The City of Roseville defines “accredited college or university” as an institution of higher learning and must be listed on the United States Department of Education Database of Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions and Programs website http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation. 

• Credits earned from colleges, universities and institutions listed as an accredited institution on this website will be considered as part of the educational component of the minimum qualifications for a classification.
  
  The following options apply to the evaluation of college degrees from countries outside the United States:

• Educational background from a foreign country may be evaluated by an accredited United States college or university listed on the U.S. Department of Education Database of Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions and Programs website.
  Verification of degree equivalency may be obtained from organizations that provide foreign education credential evaluation services. The City of Roseville will accept verification from any of listed member agencies found at www.naces.org or www.aice-eval.org.

• A copy of the foreign credential evaluation verification must be attached to the employment application.

• Applicants who do not provide this verification will be eliminated from further consideration.

Please note this position is currently "open until filled".

SELECTION PROCESS

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination. The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List. Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

Salary : $11,029 - $14,780