Administrative Services

The Budget Director plays a key role in developing and managing the City of Albany’s annual operating budget. This position works closely with department leaders to review budget requests, analyze financial data, and ensure city spending aligns with approved budget plans.

The Budget Director also monitors departmental spending and city revenue throughout the year, identifies financial trends, and makes recommendations to support responsible and efficient use of public funds. This role reports to the Commissioner of Administrative Services and helps guide the city’s overall budgeting process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and manage the preparation of the City’s annual operating budget.

• Review and analyze departmental budget requests and financial data.

• Work with department heads to confirm budget needs and make adjustments.

• Monitor department spending and city revenue throughout the year.

• Identify financial trends, cost projections, and potential budget issues.

• Prepare reports and recommendations for city leadership.

• Present budget information to city committees and at public hearings.

• Support the approval and publication of the final city budget.

• Process budget adjustments and transfers when needed.

The City of Albany is seeking a Grants Administrator to oversee the  City’s municipal grants portfolio from funding opportunity  identification through application, award, administration, reporting,  and closeout. This position serves as a key resource to City  departments on grant administration, compliance, financial  management, and reporting requirements, while working closely with  department leadership, Finance, Purchasing, and external funding  agencies to maximize funding opportunities and ensure grants are  administered effectively and in accordance with applicable  requirements.  

The ideal candidate will have municipal grant administration  experience, including experience with pre-award and post-award  activities, grant applications, financial grant management,  reimbursement and payment processes, reporting, and compliance with  federal, state, and local grant requirements. Experience with  governmental budgeting, public finance, and the Uniform Guidance   (2 CFR Part 200) is highly desirable.