Exempt to Permanent - 0933 - MANAGER V (E10198)

THIS IS A CITYWIDE RECRUITMENT FOR CURRENT CITY EMPLOYEES ONLY

This is an Exempt to Permanent recruitment in accordance with Class-Based Test (CBT) Civil Service Rules. This recruitment is only open to current exempt employees of the City and County of San Francisco, San Francisco Unified School District, or San Francisco City College, working within the 0933 Manager V classification.

San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City's commitment to heighten the quality of life for the diverse population of San Franciscans and residents of the greater Bay Area. Our employees play an important role not only in making our City what it is today, but also in shaping the future of San Francisco.

0933 MANAGEMENT V (E10198) RECRUITMENT

- Application Opening: Thursday, November 12, 2026
- Application Deadline: This job will close no sooner than Friday, November 20, 2026.
- Salary Range: $176,878 to $225,758 Click Here for more compensation information.
- Recruitment ID: E2P-0933- E10198

JOB DESCRIPTION

Under general administrative direction, incumbents in this class function as senior managers operating within a broad policy framework and typically manage a division of a medium/large department. Incumbents assume sole responsibility for a functional area(s) of service; coordinate and implement program planning; and define organizational structure, staffing requirements, resource allocation and identification of future resource needs. Incumbents interface with all managerial levels of city/county government and outside agencies, and serve as representatives of the division or department in meetings involving administrative systems, policies or procedures; and perform related duties as required.

Supervision Exercised: These Managers typically manage mid-level staff or line managers.

Essential Functions: Essential functions of the 0933 Manager V class include but are limited to the following:

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

Education Substitution: Additional experience may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis (up to a maximum of two (2) years). One (1) year is equivalent to thirty (30) semester units/forty-five (45) quarter units.

Experience Substitution: Possession of a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) or Master’s degree may substitute for one (1) year of the required professional experience.

Verification: Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process.

Please review our articles on Employment Application and Minimum Qualifications and Verification of Experience and/or Education for considerations taken when reviewing applications.

Special Requirements: Special Qualifications including specialized knowledge, abilities, education, experience, or license may be established for individual positions.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application. Applications completed improperly may be cause for ineligibility, disqualification or may lead to a lower score.

Responsibilities

Plans, monitors, evaluates, and supervises the operation of a division of a city department, coordinates the work of the various subdivisions, advises and consults with section managers, meets with appropriate staff to identify and resolve problems or conflicts, makes or recommends final decisions regarding policy, operations, and administrative procedures.; Develops, implements and maintains procedures, administrative monitoring practices and controls in order to obtain smooth and effective operation of a division, coordinates work activities of one division with other divisions within the department to prevent delays in required actions or to improve programs or services, assists in the identification, development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, policies, and priorities, assists in the determination of resource allocation and levels of service according to established policies.; Receives and analyzes division and departmental reports, directs the preparation of monthly and annual reports, directs the gathering and analysis of information and reports necessary to document and evaluate processes.; Monitors the work of and coaches subordinates to improve performance.; Directs the allocation of resources to achieve timely outcomes and measurable goals within budget, adjusts plans and programs to meet emerging or new programs, while continuing to address major departmental priorities.; Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of the division's service delivery system, organizational structure, staffing levels, financial systems, and other internal operations, identifies and recommends alternative approaches or improvements, implements revisions, adjustments and changes.; May serve as liaison for the Department with a variety of other City/County staff, policy-making officials, and officials of outside agencies, explains and justifies Departmental or administrative procedures, policies, or programs, negotiates and resolves difficult and complex issues and problems.; May plan, develop, implement or direct major or complex projects or programs which span a number of the department's established sections or divisions, directs the research of complex, highly technical issues, analyzes alternative solutions or approaches, recommends most effective course of action.; Participates in budget development by providing detailed justification and persuasive arguments for proposals or initiatives. Oversees and administers division budget, directs and monitors expenditures in accordance with the approved budget, directs the preparation and maintenance of a wide variety of statistical, fiscal, and operational reports and studies, and provides executive management with an early warning and practical options to potential cost overruns.

Requirements

Current Category 16, 17, or 18 Exempt Employee in Class 0933 who has worked at least 2,080 hours in class 0933, AND; Education: Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, AND; Experience: At least five (5) years of professional experience, of which three (3) years must include experience supervising professionals (except for public safety and trades).