Under the direction of the General Manager, the Administrative Services Manager plans, organizes, and manages the administrative and financial services for the District, including supervising the District's benefits records, finance, and accounting functions. This position manages all accounting activities of the District, including billing, payroll and accounts payable, financial record preparation, bank transactions and cash oversight. Primary duties include but are not limited to the following:
Financial
Risk Management
Human Resources
Supervision of Accounting Staff
The District is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional to serve as the next Administrative Services Manager. The ideal candidate will help the District realize its ongoing mission to provide a safe, inviting, and inclusive seaside destination through prudent fiscal and administrative management. They must have the ability to see the bigger picture while attending to the details, demonstrate strong mathematical skills and be capable of maintaining a high level of confidentiality. The incumbent must have experience with real estate leases and should possess the ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. An organized leader who can provide clear verbal and written direction and guidance to staff, officials, and the public is desired.
Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations and the ability to develop and administer program goals, objectives, and procedures are essential. Candidates should have expertise in special district accounting and financial reporting as an enterprise fund as well as the principles and practices of governmental accounting using Government Accounting Standards Board (GSAB) statements such as payroll and accounts payable. The ideal candidate will excel at building and maintaining effective working relationships with the public, elected and appointed officials, management, and employees while providing strong administrative and professional leadership. This role requires a hands-on approach, working both as a team player and a working manager to ensure efficiency and collaboration across the organization.
Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Major coursework in accounting, finance, business or public administration or a closely related field. A Master's degree is desirable. A minimum of five (5) years of increasingly responsible public finance and accounting, human resources, and administrative experience, preferably in a special district, city, county, or other governmental agency; accompanied with five (5) years of supervisory experience (including staff development, training, and mentorship), in the public or private sector.
The Ventura Port District is an Independent Special District that owns and operates Ventura Harbor within the City of Ventura. The District was established on April 8, 1952, by an election and majority vote of the citizens of Ventura. The beautiful coastal community of Ventura is considered one of the most desirable places to live, offering miles of beaches and oceanfront recreation with Ventura Harbor a prime destination. The Harbor provides an exceptional destination for locals and visitors.