Budget Officer, Central Management And Support

Budget Manager I (NS)

This position serves as the Budget Officer for Central Management and Support within the Division of Budget and Analysis, responsible for managing and coordinating all budgetary activities for assigned divisions. The role develops and implements budgetary policies and procedures, ensures compliance with state and federal regulations, and oversees the preparation and consolidation of annual and biennial budgets. It provides technical guidance and training to staff, directs financial reporting processes, and analyzes fiscal data to support informed decision-making. The position operates in a fast-paced environment requiring collaboration with internal leadership and external oversight agencies to maintain fiscal integrity and accountability.

Key duties include:

• Develop and implement budgetary policies and procedures in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Direct the preparation, review, and consolidation of annual and biennial operating budgets for assigned divisions.
• Analyze monthly budget and accounting reports to monitor expenditures and maintain fiscal controls.
• Provide technical guidance and training to division staff on budgetary processes and financial reporting requirements.
• Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to established procedures and regulations.
• Conduct economic forecasting and cost-benefit analyses to support budget recommendations and resource allocation decisions.
• Prepare and deliver internal and external budget presentations, including reports for state and federal agencies.
• Review operating budgets to identify trends and recommend adjustments to meet program and policy objectives.
• Compile and analyze financial data to determine funding requirements and evaluate alternative financing methods.
• Collaborate with departmental leadership and oversight entities to ensure timely and accurate budget submissions and compliance.

Salary grade range: $67,996.00 - $132,593.00

Recruitment range: up to $108,257.00

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs)/management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Proven experience overseeing the planning, implementation, and tracking of short-term projects, including meeting all deliverables.
• Proven experience multi-tasking, meeting deadlines, and working independently.
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel, and experience using Access and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of accepted budgetary practices, including experience in interpretation and daily application of the State Budget Manual.
• Ability to work collaboratively with management and staff of Department and divisions; and other partners such as the Office of State Budget and Management, Program Evaluation and Fiscal Research Divisions of the State Legislature.

The Division of Budget and Analysis provides leadership and support to department and division management by (1) developing, executing, and modifying the Department's operating budget; (2) researching and analyzing issues that impact the Department's budgets, plans, and programs; and (3) developing innovative solutions to challenging problems.

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.

Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application to support your answers.

If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.

Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.

For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members.

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

If there are any questions about this posting, please contact Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance or other discipline related to the area of assignment from appropriately accredited institution and three years of progressive related experience, two of which must have been supervisory in nature; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter: Lisa M Sasser

Email: talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov