City of Atlanta · 1 day ago
Program Manager – Performance and Budget
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$60K/yr - $73K/yr
4+ years expThe City of Atlanta is seeking a Program Manager of Performance and Budget to drive the successful execution and oversight of key cross-functional projects focused on financial planning and resource allocation. This role involves managing programs, ensuring alignment with organizational strategies, and providing actionable insights for executive leadership.
GovernmentInformation ServicesNon Profit
Responsibilities
Performs process analysis and re-engineering to recommend strategies to improve efficiency, lower costs, and improve the quality of service delivery
Facilitate the design and implementation of new/improved process models and organizational structures
Manages and leads process teams to achieve desired results. Assist in the development of new process capabilities
Conduct operational assessments, audits, and performance evaluations
Perform project management, analyses of analytics and other data-driven reviews, and measure changes to ensure milestones are met and deliverables are achieved
Lead the planning, execution, and closing of high-priority programs and projects within the Performance and Budget portfolio, such as short and long-range financial planning initiatives, monitoring the budget of city-wide high-profile projects, and enterprise-wide mapping and performance dashboard development
Define program scope, objectives, governance, resource needs, and success metrics in collaboration with stakeholders and executive sponsors
Develop and maintain comprehensive program documentation, including detailed project plans, risk registers, decision logs, and status reports
Ensure programs are delivered on time, within budget, and meet established quality standards and strategic objectives
Design and implement mechanisms to link program expenditures directly to strategic organization outcomes and key performance indicators
Serve as a liaison between the financial planning and performance measurement functions, ensuring seamless integration and data consistency across both domains
Facilitate executive-level reviews of program budgets, performance forecasts, and variance analyses, providing clear and concise commentary on financial health and program efficacy
Identify and integrate smart city solutions, data-driven tools, and emerging technologies to improve program/project efficiency
Manage communication and collaboration with a diverse set of stakeholders, including Finance, Operations, and Technology
Prepare compelling, data-driven presentation for the Executive Director to inform leadership of critical resource needs, project updates, and program management decisions
Proactively manage and escalate program risks and issues, developing contingency plans to minimize impact on schedule and budget
Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and data-driven decision-making across all managed programs and projects
Establish metrics to assess the effectiveness of programs/projects and report findings to office leadership
Work closely with government agencies to streamline processes, reduce redundancies, and improve service delivery
Mentor and guide project managers and contributors within the broader team on best practices for program execution and data analysis
Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Performance and Budget team’s tools, templates, and methodologies
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in public administration, urban planning, business, finance, data science, or related field
Minimum 4-6 years in performance management, budget management, program development, government operations, or technology strategy
Demonstrated expertise in managing financial forecasting and enterprise performance management initiatives
Proven track record of leading complex, cross-functional programs from initiation to closure, leveraging structured methodologies
Exceptional quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, with an ability to synthesize large data sets, identify trends, and draw strategic conclusions
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (financial modeling, pivot tables, etc.) and PowerPoint
Knowledge of smart city technologies, digital governance tools, and open data platforms
Experience with project management tools and methodologies (Agile, Lean, Design Thinking)
Strong data analysis abilities for performance tracking and decision-making
Visionary thinking & problem-solving abilities
The ability to understand the “big picture” and align program activities with long-term organizational strategy
Effective stakeholder communication & leadership skills
Collaboration & relationship-building across sectors
A self-starter who anticipates needs, tackles challenges head-on, and maintains effectiveness under pressure
Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Ability to integrate seamlessly into a team
Ability to navigate bureaucratic structures while driving meaningful change
Preferred
Program Management (PgMP), or Project Management (PMP, Agile) preferred
Company
City of Atlanta
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5001-10000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Dr. Tina Wilson
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
Youlanda Carr, CPA
Deputy CFO
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