Manager of Budget and Purchasing

Understanding that people are the foundation for success, the City of Irvine offers a workplace culture that embraces Humility, Innovation, Empathy, Passion, and Integrity. Apply your passion for public service in the City of Irvine, nationally ranked for safety, educational institutions, business enterprises, and quality of life, by joining our One Irvine team!

Do you have the desire to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and diverse community? Apply your passion for public service in the City of Irvine, nationally ranked for safety, educational institutions, business enterprises, and quality of life.

The Manager of Budget and Purchasing will lead a talented team of approximately 12 professional staff in a fast-paced environment.

Your Impact

• Support the team goals first. An unbiased supporter and advocate for all staff.
• Mentor, train, and provide development opportunities for team members.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods.
• Oversee the budget and procurement functions in the City including the preparation of the City budget, fiscal impact analyses, and administration of citywide competitive bidding process and contract.
• Prepare the City's Long Term Financial Plan.
• Conduct cost studies and fee analyses.
• Collaborate effectively with staff from various departments, outside entities, Finance Commissioners, City Manager, and various other department agencies.
• Innovative and strategic thinker who can implement improvements to service delivery.

To be considered for this position, please complete an online application and attach your resume and cover letter. The deadline to apply is April 17, 2025.

Irvine's leadership believes passionately that in order to be a truly effective organization capable of living out its mission, the City must always start with a focus on people. To that end, we are seeking a team-oriented leader to serve as the next Manager of Budget and Purchasing! To meet the standards of this high performing organization, Irvine expects more than just someone with sophisticated technical knowledge and skills. The successful candidate will also be an authentic leader who is grounded in humility and appreciates the critical importance people play in building a successful organization.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Business, Management, or a related field.
• Six (6) years of experience directly related to the preparation and administration of budgets and strategic business plans in a municipal government setting or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.

Best Fit

• Master's degree.
• Two years of supervisory experience.
• Experience in preparing and analyzing electronic databases and spreadsheets related to financial matters.
• Strong leadership and consensus-building skills.
• Positive attitude with a sense of humor.
• Personal integrity and dedication to excellent customer service.
• Strategic and innovative to achieve City's core objectives.
• Adaptable and flexible to changing needs.
• Willing to place the needs of the team ahead of personal desires or ambitions.

Your Team

Irvine is recognized as one of America's Best Places to Live, according to Money Magazine. The City of Irvine features an array of entertainment and recreational opportunities including exceptional parks, open space preservations, sport complexes, and master-planned communities.

Administrative Services is committed to sound fiscal stewardship in maximizing the City's ability to deliver high-quality services to the community. The department consists of six areas: Administration, Fiscal Services, Budget and Strategic Planning, Purchasing, Information Technology, and Geographical Information Systems (GIS). The Manager of Budget and Purchasing will oversee the Budget and Purchasing division.

The Budget and Purchasing divisions oversee the following functions:

• Budget Development and Management
• Fiscal Analysis
• Strategic Business Plan
• Competitive Bidding
• Contract Management
• Strategic Sourcing

The Budget and Purchasing Divisions oversees the citywide budget of approximately $282 million, with a division operational budget of $3 million and 12 staff.

The Process

The selection process will include an examination and conduct a background investigation prior to appointment. This recruitment may establish an eligibility list to fill future positions within the organization's similar and/or lower classifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first.