Deputy Chief Financial Officer (NCS) - Department of Public Works

Deputy Chief Financial Officer (NCS) - Department of Public Works page is loaded## Deputy Chief Financial Officer (NCS) - Department of Public Workslocations: Abel Wolman Municipal Buildingtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: August 11, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R0017222**THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION*****Salary Range:******$113,708.00 - 187,545.00 Annually******Hiring Salary Range:******$113,708.00 - $150,626.00 Annually*****Get to Know Us** Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or are interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here:**Job Summary** The Fiscal Division (Fiscal) serves as the central financial office for the Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) and operates under the leadership of the Division Chief, the agency’s Chief Financial Officer. Fiscal is comprised of four functional offices: the Office of Budget and Financial Planning, the Office of Accounting, the Office of Procurement, and the Office of Contract Administration. Collectively, these offices support the department’s budget development and management, accounting operations, purchasing, capital project administration, and financial planning and reporting in support of its mission to deliver essential public services that promote a cleaner, healthier, and more vibrant region. The Deputy Chief Financial Officer performs high-level management of daily financial operations for the agency. The position does involve supervisory duties or responsibilities. Incumbents receive administrative supervision from the Chief Financial Officer. An employee in this position works a conventional workweek. Work is performed in an office where working conditions are normal. Work requires minimal physical exertion.**Essential Functions*** Assist in the planning, direction, and coordination of all financial operations within the agency* Prepare or direct preparation of financial statements, activity reports, financial position forecasts, annual budgets, statistical reports, and other documents and reports required by laws, regulations, or senior leadership* Serve as strategic advisor to the CFO on a complex range of agency financial matters including strategy, best practices, and policies* Serve as the senior manager responsible for the leadership, performance, and accountability of multiple chiefs* Serve as the point of contact to the department of finance and other agencies on inter-agency and citywide fiscal matters* Consult with senior agency leaders on budget development, executing budgets within authorized amounts, position management, procurement, accounts payable, and fleet management* Oversee the development and implementation of short-term and long-term financial objectives* Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, cost effectiveness, and financial innovation* Participate in the development, implementation, and oversight of agency-wide financial performance management and long-term financial plans in conjunction with the CFO* Oversee the implementation of agency-wide financial performance management* Examine documents for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations* Direct financial studies and research* Develop operating strategies, plans, internal controls, guidelines, and procedures for activities* Perform personnel functions, such as selection, training, development, or evaluation* Approve expenditures* Other duties as assigned**Minimum Qualifications****Education:** Have a bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, economics, finance, mathematics, or other related degree.**AND****Experience:** Have five years’ experience in financial analysis and administration or professional accounting, including three years of such supervisory responsibilities as disciplining, evaluating the performance of and recommending the hiring, firing and promoting of others.**OR****Equivalency Notes:** Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.**Preferred Qualifications:** CPA or CMA a plus master’s degree in relative field. Have at least 4 years of experience in quantitative or financial analysis, at least 3 years of financial, administrative, or program management experience, and at least 2 years of experience in treasury management demonstrated experience with audit management.**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities*** Highly attentive to detail* Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks/assignments simultaneously* Strong working knowledge of general accounting principles and both operating and capital budget practices* Ability to manage large teams and remote staff* Ability to present fiscal information to all levels of ability* General knowledge of federal and private grant management* Strong written and verbal communication skills* Strong working knowledge of MS Excel**Additional Information****Background Check** Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint screening, and must be successfully completed.**Probation** All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a 6-month mandatory probation.**Financial Disclosure** This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Requests for accommodation should not be attached to the application.**BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER** We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! #J-18808-Ljbffr