Chief Fiscal Officer - Operations Manager II

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION
CITY OF BALTIMORE, DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES

Salary Range: $107,187 - $176,715
Application Deadline: April 9, 2026

SUMMARY

The Baltimore City Department of General Services (DGS) is the backbone of Baltimore City government, supporting fleet operations, facilities maintenance, capital projects, energy management, and administrative services. The agency operates a complex financial structure including General Funds, Internal Service Funds, capital transfers, grant funding, and rate-based cost recovery systems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
- Lead end-to-end development of annual operating budgets
- Provide executive leadership with data-driven insights on fiscal outlook and long-term planning
- Oversee quarterly projections and variance analysis
- Develop and manage complex rate models for Fleet and Facilities internal service operations
- Conduct annual rate reviews and recommend adjustments to ensure full cost recovery

Contracts and Procurement Management
- Monitor contract encumbrances to proactively prevent funding lapses and service gaps
- Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with governmental goals
- Ensure compliance with MBE/WBE and equity requirements
- Conduct regular reviews of contract balances to reallocate underutilized funds

Financial Operations and Administration
- Oversee all fiscal transactions within Workday, including procurement, budget transfers, and encumbrances
- Maintain rigorous internal controls and separation of duties
- Oversee grant compliance, reporting, and reimbursement processes
- Supervise invoice processing and vendor payment systems
- Maintain audit-ready documentation and fiscal tracking systems

Human Capital and Performance Management
- Supervise and direct fiscal managers and analysts across multiple divisions
- Establish cross-training and professional development plans
- Deploy performance reporting tools to foster a culture of transparency

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- One or more degrees in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
- 7-10+ years of progressively responsible fiscal management experience
- Experience developing and managing complex financial models
- Experience managing public sector budgets, internal service funds, and grant funding
- Experience with ERP systems (such as Workday)
- Experience with project management in large organizations

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
- One or more relevant professional certifications (CPA, CMA, CPFO, CGFM, or equivalent)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Background check required for candidates under final consideration
- 6-month mandatory probation required
- Financial Disclosure required per City Ethics Law

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.