Water Contracts Administrator

Responsibilities

Assists in the development and management of the Department of Water's annual capital budget with sources and uses, the ten-year capital improvement program, the annual capital appropriation budget, and the daily management of capital funds. Performs administrative duties associated with the daily management of construction and service contracts, including assisting with contract agreements, preparing City Manager's reports for contract award, processing contract change orders (or amendments), and coordinating with project managers on proper procedures.

Ensures timely payments to consultants/contractors, resolves payment issues, and manages the financial portions of the contracts so that all changes are properly accounted for and funded. Is also accountable for the financial management of any grant funds acquired by the Department of Water, including compliance with all grant requirements and reporting of funds. Must be able to work closely with all bureaus in the Division of Water as well as all levels of the City organization to complete assigned tasks.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or other closely related field AND 3 years of experience in budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, or auditing.
• Associate's degree AND 10 years of experience related to budgeting, accounting, financial reporting or auditing.
• High School Diploma AND 15 years of experience related to budgeting, accounting, financial reporting or auditing.

Degree must be from a college or university that is accredited by the U.S. Department of Education through the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities or equivalent region.

Must have a valid driver's license at time of appointment and maintain it as a condition of employment.

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An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/H.