Emily Gibbs
Deputy Finance Officer — Budget and Planning
Professional Overview
Emily Gibbs is an accomplished finance and budget professional with over a decade of experience driving strategic planning and resource allocation initiatives in the public sector. As the Deputy Finance Officer — Budget and Planning at the San Francisco Department of Public Health, she is responsible for overseeing the department's $2.3 billion budget, implementing data-driven decision-making processes, and ensuring the efficient use of public funds.
Experience Summary
Current Role
In her current role, Emily collaborates closely with department leadership to develop and execute the agency's annual budget, forecast financial needs, and monitor spending. She has implemented innovative budgeting and forecasting tools that have improved the department's ability to respond to changing priorities and funding fluctuations, ultimately enhancing the delivery of critical public health services to San Francisco's diverse communities.
Career Progression
Prior to her current position, Emily held progressive roles within the City and County of San Francisco's Human Services Agency, including Budget Director and Principal Administrative Analyst. In these roles, she played a key part in managing multi-million dollar budgets, spearheading process improvements, and leveraging data analytics to drive strategic decision-making. Her diverse experience across various public sector agencies has equipped her with a deep understanding of government finance and a proven track record of driving organizational efficiency and effectiveness.
Academic Background
Emily holds a Master's degree in Public Policy from the University of California, Berkeley, where she specialized in public finance and program evaluation. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from the University of California, Davis, graduating with honors.
Areas of Expertise
- Public sector finance and budgeting
- Data-driven decision-making and performance management
- Strategic planning and resource allocation
- Stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration
- Policy analysis and program evaluation
Professional Impact
During her tenure as Budget Director at the Human Services Agency, Emily led the implementation of a new budget modeling tool that improved the agency's ability to forecast revenue and expenditures, resulting in a 15% reduction in budget variances. She also played a pivotal role in securing $2.8 million in additional funding for critical homelessness prevention programs, demonstrating her ability to advocate for community needs and secure essential public resources.
Conclusion
Emily Gibbs is a dedicated public finance professional with a proven track record of driving strategic initiatives and delivering measurable results. Her expertise in budget planning, data analytics, and process improvement, combined with her passion for public service, make her a valuable asset to the San Francisco Department of Public Health as it works to address the evolving healthcare needs of the city's residents.
