Business administration Jobs in Tacoma, WA

Overview

Tacoma Powers Power Shared Services (PSS) division is seeking a Business Services Supervisor to lead the development and implementation of the PSS Business Services program. This position provides strategic and operational leadership to strengthen PSS business and financial practices, ensuring efficient and effective support for PSSs mission and vision.

The role oversees budgeting, contracting, and procurement support for the division while advancing business process maturity and alignment across PSS. You will collaborate with the PSS Asset Investment Planning group and the PSS Leadership Team to implement the PSS Business Services program and enable better decision-making and long-term value for Tacoma Power customers.

The Business Services Supervisor will improve financial stewardship, enhance operational transparency, and foster collaboration across PSS functions. This position will help standardize, scale, and adapt PSS business practices to evolving needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead PSS Business Services Program Oversee development, implementation, and continuous improvement of PSSs business and financial processes, aligned with Tacoma Powers strategic goals and compliance requirements.
• Provide Financial and Contracting Oversight Direct budgeting, procurement, contracting, and financial reporting for PSS, including managing solicitations, contracts, grants, invoicing, and related closeouts.
• Manage Capital Budget Portfolio Lead capital planning, including business case development, portfolio coordination, alternatives evaluation, and reporting for transparency and decision-making.
• Supervise and Develop Staff Provide leadership, mentorship, and direction for staff, including assigning work, setting goals, and overseeing contractors and consultants supporting PSS operations.
• Serve as Liaison and Representative Represent PSS with City departments and external stakeholders on legal, financial risk, procurement, and policy matters; establish and maintain service level agreements with internal customers.
• Advance Business Process Maturity Map, develop, and optimize business processes, tools, dashboards, and documentation; lead change management and communicate improvements to PSS leadership and staff.
• Enhance Business Analytics and Reporting Compile and analyze financial and performance data; prepare dashboards, reports, and presentations to improve visibility into operational and financial performance for PSS leadership.

Minimum Education

Bachelor's degree in public or business administration or directly related field such as Finance

Minimum Experience

5 years of progressively responsible analytical and / or program coordination / management work related to the assignment, including 1 year prior at a senior, lead, or supervisory level

Licensing, Certifications and Other Legal Requirements

Equivalency : 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

Key Competencies

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Details : Hourly Rate $53.02 $74.64; Salary Rate $110,281.60 $155,251.20

Application & Diversity Commitment

This recruitment is managed by Kye Merritt. The City of Tacoma is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages applicants from varied backgrounds. Applicants should apply online with a resume and cover letter by the closing date. Veterans may attach DD214 for veterans preference.

The Community Tacoma is a diverse city with access to nature, higher education institutions, and cultural amenities.

Application Process

Interested individuals should apply online by completing the application and attaching a resume and cover letter by the closing date. Applications received without required materials may not progress in the selection process.

For questions regarding this job announcement, contact the Human Resources office at 253-591-5400 by 4 : 00 p.m. on the closing date. For technical difficulties with the application system, call 1-855-524-5627 between 6 : 00 a.m. and 5 : 00 p.m. Pacific Time.

Employer City of Tacoma

Address

Human Resources Department, 747 Market Street, Tacoma, WA 98402-3764

Phone

253-591-5400

Website

http : / / www.tacoma.gov

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