AGENCY BUDGET SPECIALIST LEAD

Internal Only: This position is limited to current MDH, PHPA, Center for Budget and Finance employees only.

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MDH, PHPA, Center for Budget and Finance

The main purpose of this position is to prepare and manage the annual operating budget, quarterly budget projections and fiscal year-end closeout for assigned units within the Prevention and Health Promotion Administration while ensuring the financial integrity of the Administration’s fiscal records. This position will prepare financial reports for the CRF Legislative Report and oversee the development of budgets, preparation of financial projections, expenditure management and fiscal year-end closeout for assigned units. This position will also assist and review the work of Fiscal Unit Budget Specialists in completing budget and fiscal management activities within their assigned units. This position will review and approve or reject FMIS requests for blanket purchase orders and requisitions at the 150 approval level and will access, create and produce FMIS Focus reports to support fiscal analysis and management of all fund types. This position will review and approve federal grant applications for submission to the PHPA Director and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and approve and submit Federal Financial Reports (FFRs) through HRSA EHBs, GrantSolutions, eRA Commons and the Payment Management System (PMS). This position will also communicate with Federal Grant Management Specialists to resolve federal award issues, monitor federal draws through the Payment Management System (PMS) to identify and correct discrepancies and train Fiscal Unit Budget Specialists in the use of HRSA EHBs, GrantSolutions, eRA Commons and PMS.

Experience: Eight years of experience in budget preparation, presentation and execution.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and four years of experience in budget preparation, presentation and execution for the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute graduate education from an accredited college or university in accounting, business administration, economics, finance, political science or public administration at a rate of 30 credit hours for five years of required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in the Budget Officer classifications or Financial Management specialty codes in the Budgeting field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

The desired candidate should possess the following:

1. Experience with governmental accounting at the state, federal or local level.

2. Experience working with state and federal grants.

3. Experience with budget preparation and monitoring.

4. Experience working independently and as part of a team.

5. Experience demonstrating attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Internal Only: This position is limited to current MDH, PHPA, Center for Budget and Finance employees only.

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). 

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. 

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. 

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.