Manager Administrative Services

Assist Department Managers and Supervisors with financial management, procurement, contract management, human resources activities, business planning, performance measurement, technology, space planning and management, internal policies and procedures, and act as a liaison with City administration for the assigned department.

Work Location: This position currently works on-site only. The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of the annual budget and long-term financial plans.
• Monitor spending and actual budget, make recommendations to correct spending, and assist in identifying and implementing cost reduction and control measures.
• Function as contract manager for the assigned department overseeing procurement and acting as liaison with Civil Rights regarding contractual requirements.
• Organize contract writing, review, and process for approvals to enhance the probability of approvals.
• Coordinate contract writing with the City Contract Administrator and the Procurement Office, seeking guidance and assistance when appropriate.
• Prepare and submit or assist with the preparation of resolutions for acceptance of funds for contracts and for Requests for Proposals over $50,000.
• Assist management and other staff in putting together Request for Proposals and professional Service Contracts and provide them with liaison and direction to the procurement office.
• Ensure appropriate insurance and bonding on contracts and that all requirements are met.
• Hire, train, supervise, evaluate, and discipline support personnel.
• Coordinate annual business plan updates and assist in the development of performance measures.
• Provide guidance, advice, and support to directors, managers, and supervisors on personnel issues, including position management, Family Medical Leaves, recruitment strategies, and act as an employee services representative.
• Monitor enterprise information management resource plan.
• Work with the Human Resources Department to develop training for staff.
• Direct the collection, preparation, and study of management information data, write reports and documentation, and recommend changes in policies, procedures, and operations.
• Function as a liaison with BIS facilitating business information services and related resource management.
• Coordinate information technology and information management needs with management.
• Identify and coordinate information management strategies and ensure compliance with Enterprise Information Management policy.
• Manage the purchase, maintenance, and repair of office furniture, business technology, and telecommunications equipment for the department.
• Coordinate web design and maintenance for the department.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, a related field, or equivalent.
• Five years of experience in managing or coordinating administrative functions.

An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position may be considered.

Skills

• Good knowledge of the operations of City government.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills and good interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of facilities coordination/management, public administration, and budgeting.
• Management skills and ability to delegate tasks and measure performance.
• Knowledge of office procedures, principles of administration, organizational structures, and unit coordination.
• Knowledge of strategic planning processes for governmental agencies and the operations of City/Municipal government, including knowledge of City Council Committee functions and authority.
• Knowledge of the use of IT systems, including the use of appropriate software and applications.

Working Conditions

Normal office environment with exposure to information technology systems.

A criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be required for this position. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications.

This position is not represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis.