What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Districts Division Manager position at City of Moreno Valley?
Description
Strategic Leadership Starts Here, Join Team MoVal as the Next Special Districts Manager
Recruitment may be used to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.
THE POSITION
The Special Districts Division Manager, reporting to the Chief Financial Officer/City Treasurer, is responsible for overseeing the City's Special Districts Program. This includes the effective administration of Community Facility Districts, Community Service Areas, and Lighting and Landscape Districts. The manager supervises staff and operations, collaborates with consultants and stakeholders, reviews financing documents, and ensures compliance with municipal, state, and federal regulations. As a strategic advisor, the manager offers expert guidance on public works financing, district formation, and program performance, all to support the City's goals of fiscal integrity and service excellence.
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Special Districts Division Manager
job description.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate is a principled and detail-oriented municipal finance professional with exceptional leadership in managing complex public works funding programs. With expertise in governmental accounting standards, special district regulations, and internal controls, this individual ensures the City's special district operations are executed with precision, transparency, and full compliance with federal, state, and local laws. They are skilled in administering Community Facility Districts, Community Service Areas, and Landscape and Lighting Districts, while implementing strategic improvements to enhance operational efficiency and financial accountability.
Recognized for their clear communication and collaborative leadership, they foster a high-performance, service-oriented team culture and navigate sensitive development and financing issues with discretion and diplomacy. Proficient in Excel, financial systems, and data analysis tools, they bring a forward-thinking mindset to district forecasting, policy development, and program enhancements. Committed to public service, they embody integrity, professionalism, and a results-driven approach that strengthens trust across all levels of City government.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in engineering, finance, public or business administration, or a closely related field; A Master's degree is preferred; OR, equivalent related work experience;
AND
At least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the establishment and maintenance of municipal finance mechanisms, auditing, accounting experience, including related analytical business experience;
AND
At least two (2) years of supervisory experience.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This single-position class is responsible for administering the City's Special Districts Program including managing a variety of public works financing agreements including Community Facility Districts, Community Service Areas, and Lighting and Landscape Districts. The incumbent exercises administrative supervision over supervisory and other staff, frequently reviewing work in progress and completed work. Assignments are broad in scope and allow for a high degree of administrative discretion in their execution.
THE DIVISION
The Special Districts Division operates under the Financial & Management Services Department. It provides formation, administration and management services for special financing districts that were created to provide a dedicated revenue stream for specific programs. Revenue from special district programs finance the construction and/or maintenance of public improvements for specific developments or fund landscape maintenance, street lighting, parks maintenance, public safety and community service programs.
THE SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants possessing the
MOST DESIRABLE
qualifications at each level, based on a screening of required application materials, including the completed Supplemental Questionnaire, will be invited to continue in the selection process.
The City of Moreno Valley prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people. As part of this commitment, The City of Moreno Valley will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.
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Salary : $140,000 - $170,000