SENIOR BUSINESS MANAGER - GENERAL SERVICES (AT-WILL)

Salary: $8,992.53 - $10,935.60 Monthly Location : Torrance, CA Job Type: Permanent Full-time Job Number: 26029119 Department: GENERAL SERVICES Opening Date: 02/10/2026 Closing Date: Continuous DESCRIPTION WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO READ THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION. The City of Torrance recognizes the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to the City of Torrance today. The City of Torrance is recruiting for a Senior Business Manager to be part of the General ServicesTeam! The Department The mission of the General Services Department is to provide quality services that support City departments in a manner which enable them to carry-out their community missions; to provide these services in a cost-effective and efficient manner which best serves the operational needs of City departments and the community. Responsibilities of the General Services Department include: Airport Administration, Building Maintenance, Central Services, Cultural Arts Center Administration, Custodial, Fleet Services, Graffiti Abatement Program and HVAC /Electrical. The Position Under direction of the department Administrative Services Manager, the Senior Business Manager for Capital Projects is responsible for the financial, procurement, and administrative oversight of the City's capital improvement program. This position ensures that capital projects are properly funded, contractually sound, and aligned with City policies and grant requirements, while supporting project teams with strategic guidance, risk management, and executive-level reporting. The Senior Business Manager ensures compliance with grant requirements; manages procurement strategy for capital projects; oversees professional service agreements and construction contracts; works closely with project managers and various stakeholders to align project scope, schedules, and funding; prepares staff reports, council agenda items, and executive briefings related to capital expenditures and contracts; provides mentorship and guidance to staff on financial management and contract compliance; and performs related duties as required. For more information about the duties of the position, QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way of obtaining the necessary knowledge and abilities is: Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration or a related field; and Four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative or analytical experience. (At least one (1) year of supervisory or lead experience of a major program area.) Ideal Candidate Successful candidates will possess the following: Demonstrated expertise in capital program finance with the ability to manage multi-year projects and contracts; Strong understanding of public sector procurement and contracting, including RFQs/RFPs, design-build delivery, and best-value selection processes; Ability to bridge technical and business functions, translating project delivery needs into sound financial and contractual decisions; High level of organizational and program-oversight skill, maintaining consistency and accuracy across multiple concurrent capital projects; Comprehensive understanding of regulatory compliance in order to ensure projects align with City policies, Council direction, and grant requirements; Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of producing clear staff reports, Council items, and briefings that withstand public and audit scrutiny; Collaborative leadership style with a strong ability to work effectively with various stakeholders; and Strategic, forward-thinking mindset with a clear focus on long-term capital planning, funding sustainability, and continuous process improvement. HOW TO APPLY & EXAM PROCESS Interested applicants must submit an online application and supplemental questionnaire at application filing period opens Tuesday, February 10, 2026. First review of applications will be those received by Wednesday, March 4, 2026. If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received by the review date, there is the possibility that the recruitment may close at that time.Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to participate in the testing process, which will consist of the following: Oral Interview: Weighted 100% (Tentatively scheduled on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.) Department Interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of March 23, 2026. SPECIAL NOTES Visit to find out more information about our community. The City of Torrance Conflict of Interest Code requires that employees in this classification file an annual Financial Disclosure Statement. Information about this requirement may be obtained from the City Clerk's office. Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources prior to the examination date(s). If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (310) 618-2915 no later than five (5) business days before the test date. As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a background check. The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice. City of Torrance Inclusion Statement The City of Torrance is a welcoming and culturally-rich community. As a pillar of public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce where people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and contribute towards making a positive impact. The City is an equal opportunity employer and works towards building collaborative teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. Come join us to help cultivate a workplace that welcomes and celebrates the diversity of our employees! The City of Torrance offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. Benefits may include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefits amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. To view the current benefits for Certain Full-time Salaried and Hourly Employees bargaining unit, visit:: For additional information about the City's benefits, visit: RETIREMENT BENEFITS - The City contracts with the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) to provide retirement benefits. Retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS. 01 The following supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Resumes are encouraged but will NOT be used in lieu of the application or supplemental questions. Please read each question carefully and provide a thorough and complete response. Do NOT state "see resume" or "see application" to respond to any of the following questions. Failure to respond to all questions will be considered an incomplete application and may not be considered for further processing. Do you understand the foregoing? Yes No 02 I UNDERSTAND that I am required to describe IN DETAIL my qualifying experience in the Work Experience Section of my application.In addition to including my qualifying experience, I UNDERSTAND that I should list ALL JOBS, regardless of duration, including part-time jobs, military service and any volunteer experience during my entire work history.I UNDERSTAND that when providing my work history, ALL DATES should be UPDATED, starting with my most recent job.I UNDERSTAND that answers that I provide to the supplemental questions should be reflected in the Work Experience Section of my application.I UNDERSTAND that if I am currently employed by the City of Torrance, I MUST provide my appropriate job classification/title and provide a description of my duties in the Work Experience Section of my application.I have read these statements in their entirety and understand them completely and to their fullest. Yes No 03 Do you possess a Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration or a related field? Yes No 04 How many years of progressively responsible administrative or analytical experience do you have? 1 -2 years 2 - 3 years 4 or more years 05 Do you have supervisory or lead experience of a major program area? Yes No 06 If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please indicate how many years of experience. Less than 6 months 6 months to 1 year One year or more I do not have any supervisory or lead experience of a major program area 07 Describe your supervisory or lead experience including number and position of employees supervised. If you have no supervisory or lead experience, please type "N/A". 08 Do you have professional experience in the areas of Capital Projects, Grant Administration/Compliance, Procurement/Contracts, or Project Management? Yes No 09 If you answered "yes" to the question above, describe your professional experience in those areas in detail. If no experience, please type "N/A". Required Question

Created: 2026-03-10