Business Manager

Job Description:

Business Manager

Description

Overview

The Business Manager is responsible for addressing financial responsibilities and manages financial functions of the Development Services Department. Responsibilities include the preparation of the annual operating budget, approving department expenditures, and oversees several areas of finance including accounting, budget, and procurement.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the annual operating budget by coordinating with Director and Assistant Directors to ensure all goals and objectives are adequately supported by the operating budget

• Monitors monthly and quarterly budget variances to ensure goals are met and expenditures remain within budget. If necessary, assists in developing strategies to correct these variances

• Conducts budget and accounting functions such as researching and compiling information, preparing various reports and documents, etc

• Manages finance for accounts payable (P-cards), direct pays, review and approve invoices to ensure they are processed on time and assist and approves Purchase Orders

• Oversees a wide variety of finance areas including payroll, contract compliance and management

• Performs financial analysis and provides analytical, budgetary/ financial support

• Participates in contract administration issues, develops presentations, prepares memorandums and reports

• Provides oversight of department's service contracts and ensures payments are processed on time and according to contract agreements

• Oversees and/ or completes special assignments and tasks as assigned

• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Exempt - Full-Time

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement

• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (BA/ BS)

• Six (6) years of experience overall - two (2) of the years with direct administration and budget responsibility

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes

• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

• Drug Screening: Yes

• Physical Exam: Yes

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications and may request additional information. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.

The City of Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

Closing Date/Time: November 24, 2026

Salary:

81,349.21-93,551.59 USD