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Position Description Manage the resources and provide oversight of the professional staff to ensure effective and efficient delivery of division technical, business development, and support services, which may include: asset management; business process improvement; business case evaluations, communications; financial management analysis and reporting; revenue recovery; information and technology; inventory planning, acquisition and control, and permitting; and records management. Work Location This position currently works on-site only. The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Job Duties and Responsibilities Recruit, hire, train, develop, evaluate, and retain high performing employees and ensure there is strong leadership for core areas, which may include: information and technology, permits and connections, materials management and planning, financial analysis and planning, transportation mobility and/or business support. Manage, balance, and optimize team performance by encouraging and empowering staff and providing clear objectives, coaching, training, feedback and development opportunities. As a member of the divisional management team, participate in formulating division-wide strategic and tactical plans, division policy, and organizational structure. Assist in the development and implementation of personnel and administrative policies in the areas of workforce training, engagement, and retention. Collaborate cross-functionally and lead through influence to drive business decisions and advance long-term strategic efforts to achieve stated goals and advance projects through the Division, and Public Works Department. Lead discussions around improvements for key areas, ranging from large-scale structured improvement to small ad hoc problem solving initiatives with stakeholders from all levels within the organization. Champion a strong continuous improvement culture to ensure deployment of scalable, simplified and standardized processes. Express, model, and reinforce a culture of financial accountability and measurement. Identify issues that may affect the division in the future by monitoring national, state and local trends and participating in state and national professional organizations. Work in partnership with division staff and other stakeholders to identify areas where policies and procedures are contributing to inequities and to develop innovative solutions using data-driven processes. Oversee the management of the division's technology initiatives and support services to ensure that automated systems provide the best process applications possible and support the needs of the division. Oversee the provision of enterprise infrastructure services and advanced analytic tools to assist division leaders in employing data to enhance their business decisions. Ensure the deployment of a systematic approach to inventory management to ensure on time delivery, reduce unneeded inventory, create and maintain the efficiency of inventory operations, and reduce costs associated with inventory activities. Oversee the administration of information technology support and business decision support tasks including business assessment, contract administration, and grant management. Oversee the financial operations and initiate/participate in actions to develop core financial processes such as annual budgeting and financial performance evaluation to assist in administering the long-term financial plans and multi-million dollar operating and capital budgets. Ensure records, data, and information assets are managed effectively to maintain compliance with all legal requirements, industry best practices, and with regard to risk, probability, continuity, and economy throughout identified lifecycles using appropriate media and technology. Provide oversight and direction needed to plan and implement proactive internal and external communication strategies and manage conceptualization, production, and editing of materi ls to inform and engage the public, elected officials and City staff. Ensure business support concerns and needs are accurately reflected in upcoming ordinances Ensure divisional compliance with City ordinances and technical standards related to permiting. Oversee the development of business processes that incorporate best management practices to assist in decision-making. Prepare/oversee the preparation of a variety of business cases, contracts, reports, analyses, models and presentations. Required Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's in Public Administration, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, Engineering, Finance, Technology or equivalent MINIMUM EXPERIENCE Six years of related experience performing progressively responsible professional managerial duties. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS N/A EQUIVALENCY An equivalent combination of education and highly related experience in a similar environment may be considered. SELECTION PROCESS The selection process will consist of a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process. BACKGROUND CHECK The City has determined that a thorough Minneapolis Police Department criminal background check is necessary for positions with this job title. Applicants must sign an informed consent allowing the City to obtain their criminal history information in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be considered for the position. DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING All job applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be required to sign a notification and consent form prior to undergoing drug and alcohol testing. Applicants who do not consent to undergo drug and alcohol testing will not be required to do so and the City will withdraw the conditional job offer, resulting in the job applicant no longer being considered for the position. UNION REPRESENTATION This position is not represented by a collective bargaining agreement (CNR). Visit our website for more information: Labor Agreements - City of Minneapolis (minneapolismn.gov) ELIGIBLE LIST The names of applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire upon hire or within 2 (two) months. INTERVIEW SELECTION The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Master's Degree preferred. Considerable knowledge of departmental and City regulations, policies and procedures. Considerable knowledge of modern supervisory techniques and ability to delegate tasks and assignments. Strong knowledge of budgeting,... For full info follow application link. The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.