DIVISION MANAGER

Full Job Description

APPLICATION ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSON INTERESTED
DIVISION/ SECTION: Directors Office / Administrative
WORKDAYS & HOURS: MONDAY - FRIDAY, 8:00 A.M – 5:00 P.M, occasional weekend ***subject to change***

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Division Manager provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for an assigned division. This role is responsible for directing daily operations, guiding and supervising team members, monitoring financial and resource utilization, establishing and communicating division priorities, and ensuring alignment with broader organizational objectives. The Division Manager serves as a key representative of the division and regularly engages with internal and external stakeholders, including delivering presentations and representing the division in public forums.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead, plan, and direct daily operations of the division to ensure efficient and effective service delivery.
• Develop and manage the division’s annual budget, including forecasting, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring fiscal accountability.
• Analyze financial reports, trends, and performance metrics to support informed decision-making and resource allocation.
• Present budget proposals, financial updates, and operational reports to executive leadership, governing bodies, and other stakeholders.
• Represent the division at meetings, public forums, presentations, and community events, delivering clear and professional verbal communication.
• Communicate division goals, policies, and performance expectations through presentations, briefings, and written reports.
• Supervise, coach, and evaluate management and professional staff; promote employee development and accountability.
• Oversee organizational structures to ensure appropriate alignment with operational needs and strategic priorities.
• Provide leadership and oversight of personnel activities, including workforce planning and staff development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, policies, regulations, and organizational procedures.
• Collaborate with other departments/divisions to support organizational initiatives and cross-functional projects.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost savings, and operational efficiencies.
• Respond to inquiries and concerns from leadership, employees, and the public in a professional and timely manner.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position is physically comfortable, the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditions. Requires the ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances.

Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Engineering or a field closely related to activities of the division

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Seven years of progressive professional experience closely related to the activities of the division are required, with at least three of the years in a supervisory capacity. A Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a field closely related to the activities of the division may be substituted for two years of experience.

Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
A valid Driver’s License and compliance with the City of Houston’s policy on driving (AP 2-2).

Qualifications

***Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6***

Experience with resource management, operational performance and analysis, and KPI development and tracking.

Additional Information

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION - YES
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

PAY GRADE: 29

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov

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Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume along with their completed application when applying.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.