Parks & Community Services Administration & Financial Services Division Manager - At Will
Apply NowCompany: City of Moreno Valley, CA
Location: Moreno Valley, CA 92553
Description:
Salary : $111,758.40 - $157,372.80 Annually
Location : Moreno Valley, CA
Job Type: Division Manager
Job Number: 2024-00098
Department: Parks & Community Services
Division: PCS Administration
Opening Date: 04/09/2025
Closing Date: 5/7/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Description
Empowering Parks, Enriching Communities-Be the Financial Force Behind Moreno Valley's Success as our next
Parks & Community Services (PCS) Administration & Financial Services Division Manager!
This recruitment will be filling one (1) vacancy for the Parks & Community Services department.
The deadline for the first review of applications is 5:00PM, Wednesday, April 23, 2025.
***This recruitment may close at any time without any notice***
THE POSITION
The City of Moreno Valley is seeking an experienced and dynamic Parks & Community Services Administration & Financial Services Division Manager to lead and oversee the administrative and financial operations within the Parks & Community Services Department. Reporting directly to the Parks & Community Services Director, this pivotal role is responsible for managing budgeting, fund reconciliations, grant administration, financial analysis, regulatory compliance, and capital project reporting. The Division Manager will act as the department's primary contact for financial, purchasing, legal, and auditing matters, providing expert guidance and technical support across multiple divisions. A key responsibility includes researching, preparing, submitting, and overseeing parks-related grant applications and funded projects, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and reporting requirements. Additionally, this position plays a critical role in performance management, policy development, and the cultivation of a high-performance, customer service-oriented environment.
Find additional information in the Parks & Community Services Administration & Financial Services Division Managerjob description.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate for this position will be a seasoned professional with a strong background in government finance, public agency budgeting, and grant administration, particularly in writing, securing, and managing parks-related grants. They will possess exceptional leadership skills and the ability to manage a diverse team while fostering collaboration and efficiency. The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and internal controls, coupled with sharp analytical skills to evaluate complex problems and develop innovative solutions. Adept at building relationships, they will effectively engage with City management, Council members, public agencies, and the community to advance the department's mission and goals. This position calls for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to delivering superior service while maintaining the highest standards of accountability and professionalism.
Key qualities include:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, public or business administration, recreation operations management or a related field; OR, equivalent related work experience; AND
A minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible professional budget, finance and/or accounting experience, preferably in a governmental agency within Parks & Recreation/Community Services; AND
At least three (3) years of experience in a supervisory or program/project management capacity
ABOUT THE PARKS & COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
The mission of the Parks and Community Services Department is to enhance the quality of life in Moreno Valley by providing safe and welcoming parks, trails and open spaces, and by offering enriching recreational opportunities through quality facilities, programs, services and activities for our residents.
We take great pride in promoting the safety and well-being of City of Moreno Valley youth and families, through positive recreational, social and educational opportunities.
For more information about the Parks & Community Services Department, please click here.
THE SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants possessing the MOST DESIRABLE qualifications at each level, based on a screening of required application materials, including the completed Supplemental Questionnaire, will be invited to continue in the selection process.
The City of Moreno Valley prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people. As part of this commitment, The City of Moreno Valley will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the interview process, please contact Human Resources at or (951) 413-3045.
All New Division Manager positions are At-Will Employment/Contract positions.
BENEFITS: For an overview of the City of Moreno Valley's excellent benefit offerings, please click the following link:
SELECTION PROCESS: Following an administrative review of each application, only the most qualified applicants will be invited to an oral interview and/or testing. The successful candidate will be required to pass a medical examination, and to submit original documentation to establish both work authorization and identity (per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986). Criminal background investigations will be conducted, and, in accordance with our Drug Free Workplace Policy, a Drug Screening Test will be required.
The City of Moreno Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. For further information regarding this position, contact the Human Resources Department at (951) 413-3045.
The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.
01
Please Indicate the highest level of education you have completed.
02
Do you have governmental agency experience?
03
Please indicate the amount of progressively responsible budget, finance and/or accounting experience, preferably in a governmental agency within Parks & Recreation/Community Services that you possess.
04
How many years of supervisory or program/project management experience do you possess?
05
Which of the following best describes your experience with grant writing and management for parks-related projects?
06
Briefly describe your experience in government finance, public agency budgeting, and grant administration. Include specific examples of projects or initiatives you have managed.
Required Question
Location : Moreno Valley, CA
Job Type: Division Manager
Job Number: 2024-00098
Department: Parks & Community Services
Division: PCS Administration
Opening Date: 04/09/2025
Closing Date: 5/7/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Description
Empowering Parks, Enriching Communities-Be the Financial Force Behind Moreno Valley's Success as our next
Parks & Community Services (PCS) Administration & Financial Services Division Manager!
This recruitment will be filling one (1) vacancy for the Parks & Community Services department.
The deadline for the first review of applications is 5:00PM, Wednesday, April 23, 2025.
***This recruitment may close at any time without any notice***
THE POSITION
The City of Moreno Valley is seeking an experienced and dynamic Parks & Community Services Administration & Financial Services Division Manager to lead and oversee the administrative and financial operations within the Parks & Community Services Department. Reporting directly to the Parks & Community Services Director, this pivotal role is responsible for managing budgeting, fund reconciliations, grant administration, financial analysis, regulatory compliance, and capital project reporting. The Division Manager will act as the department's primary contact for financial, purchasing, legal, and auditing matters, providing expert guidance and technical support across multiple divisions. A key responsibility includes researching, preparing, submitting, and overseeing parks-related grant applications and funded projects, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and reporting requirements. Additionally, this position plays a critical role in performance management, policy development, and the cultivation of a high-performance, customer service-oriented environment.
Find additional information in the Parks & Community Services Administration & Financial Services Division Managerjob description.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate for this position will be a seasoned professional with a strong background in government finance, public agency budgeting, and grant administration, particularly in writing, securing, and managing parks-related grants. They will possess exceptional leadership skills and the ability to manage a diverse team while fostering collaboration and efficiency. The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and internal controls, coupled with sharp analytical skills to evaluate complex problems and develop innovative solutions. Adept at building relationships, they will effectively engage with City management, Council members, public agencies, and the community to advance the department's mission and goals. This position calls for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to delivering superior service while maintaining the highest standards of accountability and professionalism.
Key qualities include:
- Proficiency in financial systems, government accounting practices, and grant-funded project management.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills to convey proposals and recommendations effectively.
- Strategic thinking and adaptability in balancing diverse priorities and initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to cultivate a positive and inclusive work environment that promotes employee growth and performance.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, public or business administration, recreation operations management or a related field; OR, equivalent related work experience; AND
A minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible professional budget, finance and/or accounting experience, preferably in a governmental agency within Parks & Recreation/Community Services; AND
At least three (3) years of experience in a supervisory or program/project management capacity
ABOUT THE PARKS & COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
The mission of the Parks and Community Services Department is to enhance the quality of life in Moreno Valley by providing safe and welcoming parks, trails and open spaces, and by offering enriching recreational opportunities through quality facilities, programs, services and activities for our residents.
We take great pride in promoting the safety and well-being of City of Moreno Valley youth and families, through positive recreational, social and educational opportunities.
For more information about the Parks & Community Services Department, please click here.
THE SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants possessing the MOST DESIRABLE qualifications at each level, based on a screening of required application materials, including the completed Supplemental Questionnaire, will be invited to continue in the selection process.
The City of Moreno Valley prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people. As part of this commitment, The City of Moreno Valley will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the interview process, please contact Human Resources at or (951) 413-3045.
All New Division Manager positions are At-Will Employment/Contract positions.
BENEFITS: For an overview of the City of Moreno Valley's excellent benefit offerings, please click the following link:
SELECTION PROCESS: Following an administrative review of each application, only the most qualified applicants will be invited to an oral interview and/or testing. The successful candidate will be required to pass a medical examination, and to submit original documentation to establish both work authorization and identity (per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986). Criminal background investigations will be conducted, and, in accordance with our Drug Free Workplace Policy, a Drug Screening Test will be required.
The City of Moreno Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. For further information regarding this position, contact the Human Resources Department at (951) 413-3045.
The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.
01
Please Indicate the highest level of education you have completed.
- Less than High School Diploma or GED
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some college coursework completed (less than 59 semester units or less than 89 quarter units)
- Associate's Degree (at least 60 semester units or 90 quarter units)
- Bachelor's Degree (at least 120 semester units or 180 quarter units)
- Master's Degree or higher
02
Do you have governmental agency experience?
- Yes
- No
03
Please indicate the amount of progressively responsible budget, finance and/or accounting experience, preferably in a governmental agency within Parks & Recreation/Community Services that you possess.
- Less than six (6) years
- Six (6) - seven (7) years
- Eight (8) - nine (9) years
- Ten (10) years or more
04
How many years of supervisory or program/project management experience do you possess?
- Less than one (1) year
- One (1) - two (2) years
- Three (3) years or more
05
Which of the following best describes your experience with grant writing and management for parks-related projects?
- I have extensive experience researching, writing, securing, and managing parks grants, including ensuring regulatory compliance and reporting requirements.
- I have moderate experience with parks grant administration and have assisted in writing or managing grant applications.
- I have limited experience with parks grants or grant management, minimal involvement in small-scale grant projects or assisting with portions of the process.
- I have no experience with parks grants or grant management.
06
Briefly describe your experience in government finance, public agency budgeting, and grant administration. Include specific examples of projects or initiatives you have managed.
Required Question