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