Skill in: Performing complex professional level administrative and analytical work; Interpreting and applying laws, ordinances and policies; Conducting research, analyzing statistical and other data, and preparing and presenting reports; Providing information and explaining laws, policies and procedures to others; Working cooperatively on internal and external committees and task forces; Communicating effectively orally and in writing; Supervising, developing, motivating, and evaluating support staff; Developing and delivering professional and technical training; Using of personal computers and office/financial related software in a Windows-based operating environment; Appearing for work on time; Following directions from a supervisor; Understanding and following posted work rules and procedures; Accepting constructive criticism; Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, other City employees, and the public; and. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities: Positions in this classification typically perform a full range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities: Coordinates and facilitates administrative and/or management functions including accounting, purchasing, payroll and related activities for a department, program, grant or contract; administers designated contract or grant-funded program activities; assesses and evaluates departmental organization, budget, staffing and management practices; participates in the development of department goals and objectives.