Experience

City of Lakewood

• United States
• Government Administration
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Deputy City Manager

  • Feb 2018 - Present

  As the Deputy City Manager, Ben Goldstein assists the City Manager in administering the affairs of city government. He attends City Council meetings and study sessions and works to help coordinate City Council agenda priorities, and works with the city's department leaders to support the vision set by the Mayor and City Council. As the Deputy City Manager, Ben Goldstein assists the City Manager in administering the affairs of city government. He attends City Council meetings and study sessions and works to help coordinate City Council agenda priorities, and works with the city's department leaders to support the vision set by the Mayor and City Council.



City of Golden

• United States
• Government Administration
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Assistant To The City Manager

  • Apr 2016 - Feb 2018

  - Quickly established a foundation of trust with the City Manager, Mayor and City Councilors, and staff, which provided opportunities for significant contributions to the organization. - Assisted the City Manager with planning, organizing, coordinating, and maintaining City operations/initiatives related to City Council and assigned special projects. - Oversite of the Communications Division, which resulted in strategic improvements in internal communication and an environment for better community engagement. - Directed key initiatives including the pursuit of municipal broadband, acquisition, and outfitting of a new city hall annex, and a community prioritization and revenue enhancement process. - Provided guidance and worked with Department Heads to achieve the overall organizational mission in accordance with the City’s priorities as established by City Council. - Reviewed, edited, and drafted numerous staff reports and council memorandums, including a weekly report to City Council and all employees. - Oversaw daily operations of the City Manager’s Office, including the management of staff and resources. - Analyzed complex problems and found solutions utilizing technology and process improvements. Coordinated intergovernmental affairs for the City and have been instrumental in developing and articulating policy initiatives – included working within Jefferson and Boulder counties on housing affordability. - Managed legislative affairs including policy direction and recommendations to City Council on a regular basis. Show less



City of Westminster

• Government Administration
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Senior Management Analyst - CMO

  • Jan 2014 - Apr 2016

  - Examined the feasibility, acquisition, and management of the City’s street lighting network, which reduced energy cost through the development of new energy-only electricity tariffs and high-efficiency fixtures.- Managed the City’s legislative affairs program including providing policy direction and recommendations to City Council on a weekly basis throughout the state legislative session, allowing for quick and nimble responses to legislation.- Fostered financial stewardship through the development of biennial budgets and core services assessments that have included program development and reductions in the workforce to correct a structural budget deficit.- Oversaw the performance measurements program with a focus on helping departments integrate measurement into daily operations.- Analyzed complex problems and found solutions utilizing technology and organizational development Served as Acting Deputy City Manager providing direction to staff and City Council. Show less

• Management Analyst - CMO

  • Jan 2010 - Jan 2014

  •Oversaw the performance measurements program with a focus on helping departments to integrate the measures into their daily operations •Fostered financial stewardship through the development of a biennial budget and core services assessment•Examined feasibility of the acquisition and management of the City’s street lighting network, and reduced energy cost through the development of new energy only electricity tariffs and high efficiency fixtures •Administered the City’s legislative program and provided policy direction and recommendations for elected officials regarding state and federal legislation•Analyzed complex problems and found solutions utilizing technology and organizational development •Worked to address succession planning by providing training opportunities for emerging manager Show less



City of San Mateo

• Government Administration
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Management Analyst II

  • May 2008 - Jan 2010

  • Coordinate and evaluate all departmental performance measurements on a quarterly basis to provide strategic oversight and ensure operational goals are met including developing and submitting timely analysis • Oversee all environmental efforts and ‘green’ initiatives at the City including the creation of an award-wining community education campaign, which included planning and organizing community events and outreach • Develop and produce numerous publications intended to build and improve the City’s relationship with staff and the community • Represent the City on numerous internal and external committees including regional taskforces to ensure San Mateo’s needs are heard and addressed • Provide policy direction and recommendations for elected officials on key issues including budgeting, human resources and sustainability Show less



City and County of Denver

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Financial Management Analyst

  • Jun 2007 - Apr 2008

  • Lead project manager on more than 20 specialized projects in addition to annual budgeting responsibilities • Designed, developed and directed the implementation of complex projects including HR payroll consolidation, citywide cellular device management and PeopleSoft HR upgrade • Drafted and implemented financial management policies and practices to achieve fiscal sustainability • Devised criteria, techniques and methodologies to accomplish goals including financial savings through contract negotiates and efficiencies in software license management • Analyzed complex problems and created techniques and approaches for addressing areas of concern, such as a technology project request process and 5-year planning for citywide technology services • Collaborated with city agencies to develop fiscally sound annual budgets for approval by the mayor and city council Show less



Colorado State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Assistant Director of Governmental and Community Relations

  • Jun 2005 - Jun 2007

  • Ensured funding by analyzing the impact of legislation and policy decisions • Maintained familiarity of all relevant legislation for the Colorado State University System including Fort Collins and Pueblo campuses • Performed policy review at the state and local level for university president • Fostered collaborative policy making by improving relationship between the City of Fort Collins and Colorado State University • Created comprehensive analysis of city proceedings for university administration by attending and tracking all Fort Collins City Council meetings • Improved giving among Colorado State University alumni living in Denver Metro Area through targeted communication and outreach Show less