Program Manager

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Job Req ID: 394 

Department: Financial & Records Management 

Salary Range: $184,205.00 to $184,205.00 

Job Type: Unclassified     

Business Area: Economic Development 

Personnel Area: Economic Development 

Closing Date: 08/11/2025 

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• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Business Management, Finance, Economics, Accounting or closely related field, and
• Five (5) years of professional-level experience in the preparation, administration, analysis and development of budgets and/or work of comparable level and complexity in the areas of Accounting, Finance, and /or Economics as well as management experience would be a typical way to demonstrate these qualifications. Qualifying experience must include collecting and analyzing financial data for at least ONE or more of the following purposes: To make financial and economic projections; research to develop/justify budgets and/or long-term financial plans and/or to provide information for policy/business decisions.
• Any combination of education and professional experience that demonstrate these qualifications may be qualifying

• Strong experience leading and managing professional teams across multiple HR and administrative functions
• Proficiency in SAP, including budget formulation, reporting (Business Objects), and transactional tools like Ariba and FMBB
• Demonstrated ability to manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial oversight responsibilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills tailored to diverse audiences, including elected officials and the public
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in high-pressure, fast-paced environments
• Experience interpreting and applying federal, state, and local regulations, including compliance and policy alignment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering viable solutions within complex frameworks
• Commitment to public service, customer service excellence, and innovation in government operations
• High ethical standards and the ability to navigate politically sensitive environments with objectivity
• Dedication to mentoring and developing staff, fostering clarity, motivation, and high team performance

• Manage staff for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Budget Analysts, and Records Management
• Manage Budget Development and Monitoring for 1316-EDD  1613 – Real Estate, 1614 – Concourse & Parking Garages, 1616 – PETCO Park, 2111 – Airports Enterprise Fund
• Petco Park Finance POC
• Responsible Provider for Non-Discretionary Rent Allocations citywide, processing monthly rent to all third-party landlords citywide
• Federal Entitlement Grant Management (CDBG, ESG, and HOME)
• CIP Projects for Airports – Budget Development & Monitoring
• FAA Grant Management
• Oversee PRA requests and response management
• Main POC responsible for managing REportfolio lease administration system
• Manage downtown city employee parking EVJ, CCP, and Horton Plaza garages
• Special Projects: PM for JLL Office Optimization Contract and PM for TADERA new real estate software rollout
• Ariba, VIM, BoF/Pcard, GRC, and IC access Approver
• SAP and BO reporting, PBF submissions, JEs and FMBB processing
• Liaison for: DOF, Audit, CT, SEI, Records Coordinator, ISA POC
• Responsible for GIS mapping updates city owned land, acquisitions/dispositions, land change notices, and asset managing department changes
• SD County Assessor liaison for records and possessory interest
• Year End Capital Assets Reporting – Land Reconciliation and GASB reporting
• IT coordinator, asset inventory management
• Cell Phone coordinator
• Manage DSRs service requests, GetitDone requests, and public inquiries

Benefits:

The City offers a robust benefits package that includes:

• Defined retirement plan, including pension reciprocity, dependent on an employee’s eligibility status (new hire, rehire, etc.). 
• A wide variety of cafeteria-style health and wellness plans or in-lieu cash waiver.
• 11 paid City holidays per calendar year and 1 floating holiday per fiscal year.
• Approximately 176 hours of paid annual leave for an employee’s first 15 years of service, and approximately 216 hours for 16+ years of service.
• Up to 24 hours of paid discretionary leave per fiscal year.
• Up to 320 hours of paid Parental Leave per childbirth or placement of a child.
• Up to 40 hours of paid Bereavement Leave per fiscal year.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 per fiscal year, and complimentary LinkedIn Learning professional development opportunities.
• Free transit pass (including MTS Trolley, MTS Bus, and all Rapid and Rapid Express bus services).
• Access to premier City golf courses at a discounted rate. 
• Reduced-rate fitness center memberships.
• City-paid life insurance. 

For additional details, please review the Benefits Summary for Unclassified Employees  (Download PDF reader) or contact the Benefits Division of the Risk Management Department at (619) 236-5924. 

The Department: 

The Economic Development Department (EDD) in San Diego oversees Real Estate services, Airport Management, Community and Business Engagement, and Strategic Partnerships to boost the local economy. EDD generates significant income and provides cultural and community services by managing the City’s real estate portfolio, which includes parks, public facilities, and open spaces. The department supports businesses through technical assistance, expedited permitting, policy advocacy, and grants administration. It also handles financial administration, internal operations, and records management. EDD administers federal grants and oversees the San Diego Promise Zone to support under-resourced communities. Through corporate partnerships and economic research, EDD contributes to regional development trends and strengthens the City’s visibility. For more information, please visit this link.

The City:

With more than 1.4 million residents, the City of San Diego is the eighth largest city in the United States and the second largest in California. The City of San Diego’s strong economy, diverse population, great educational institutions, unsurpassed quality of life, and world-renowned location make it the ideal place to work, live, and play. With its great weather, miles of sandy beaches, and major attractions, San Diego has something to offer for everyone.

The City’s Mission, as stated in the Strategic Plan is “Every day we serve our communities to make San Diego not just a fine city, but a great City.” The City’s Vision is "Opportunity in every neighborhood, excellent service for every San Diegan". 

As one of the region’s largest employers, the City of San Diego employs nearly 13,000 highly dedicated employees and has a combined Fiscal Year 2025 operating and capital budget of approximately $5.65 billion. Additional information about the City of San Diego can be found on the City’s website.

Pre-Employment Requirements and Screening Process:

Employment offers are conditional, pending the results of all screening processes applicable to the position. All the processes required by the City of San Diego must be successfully completed before employment begins. Please refer to the City’s pre-employment requirements and screening process webpage for additional information.  Nothing in this job posting constitutes or should be construed as part of an express or implied contract for employment with the City of San Diego. 

Resumes will be screened according to the qualifications outlined above and the most qualified candidates will be invited to interview.   

 
The City of San Diego has an active Equal Opportunity/ADA Program for employment 
and vigorously supports diversity in the workplace.