Deputy Chief Financial Officer
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
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Job Description
Introduction
The Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a worldclass educational system that prepares all students for college andcareer success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from ourdivisions we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs ofa diverse population students teachers principals and other educatorsthroughout Maryland.
LOCATION OF POSITION
POSITION DUTIES
Under the general direction of theAssistant State Superintendent of Financial Policy Planning Operations &Strategy the Deputy Chief Financial Officer will be responsible for providingoversight and leadershiplevel support for the daytoday operations of policyand fiscal support including local financial requirements and reporting. TheDeputy Chief Financial Officer will work closely with the Senior ExecutiveDirector of Fiscal Operations on the Departments current budget and futurebudget development and financial operations. This position providesleadership and direction forcrossfunctional projects coordinates activities that involve membersof the Financial Policy Planning Operations & Strategy team and servesas a representative of the Assistant State Superintendent in meetings withstaff members across the Department and external stakeholders.
Duties Include:
- Leads the Departments response to fiscal notes and communication with The Maryland Department of Budget and Management (DBM) and the Department of Legislative Services (DLS) and special projects impacting the States education and important program budget(s).
- Conducts indepth analysis of complex financial and operational data identifying trends insights projections and actionable recommendations to support datadriven decisionmaking across the Department.
- Supports the Assistant State Superintendent to ensure the timely and accurate presentation of annual budget monthly budget reports and testimony to Executive Leadership the State Board DBM and Committees of the General Assembly.
- Analyze budgets and create budget projections based on proposed changes to education policies
- Works closely with the Senior Executive Director of Fiscal Operations to provide additional support to the fiscal operations team with research and analysis as necessary.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: ABachelors Degree from an accredited college or university in BusinessAdministration Finance Accounting or a related field.
Experience: Tenyears of experience in State or federal budget finance policy andaccountability.
Notes: Candidates may substitute the possession of a Mastersdegree from an accredited college or university in a field related to theposition for two years of the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to applicantswho possess thefollowing preferred qualification(s).Include clear and specificinformation on your application regardingyour qualifications.
- Experience working with the enterprise level finance budget and procurement systems.
- Tailoring communication of complex information for various audiences
- Experience with managing designing and developing financial control systems for multiple programs.
- Finance experience in a Maryland State Agency.
- Proficiency in the use of spreadsheets and other analytical tools.
- Ability to effectively lead as well as supervise and train staff manage projects monitor performance and provide timely feedback.
- Experience in Education Finance and the Blueprint for Marylands Future.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
SELECTION PROCESS
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
It is preferred that applicants complete the MD State Government onlineapplication for employment. The application must clearly demonstrate thatthe applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position. If the applicant is unable to apply online paper applications can be obtainedfrom the link below and mailed to MSDE Officeof Human Resources 200 W. Baltimore Street Baltimore MD 21201. If thereis a supplemental questionnaire this must be completed and sent in withyour paper application if you are unable to apply online.
All application materials must be received in our office by the closingdate. Postmarks will not be accepted. Applications must be complete to beconsidered including all related job duties even if those are also listedon an attached resume. Additional required materials may be uploaded with the online application submitted to the fax number or mailed to theaddress listed.
Inquiries can be made toTDD. Appropriateaccommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.
If you have difficulty with your user account or have general questionsabout this online application system please contact the MD Department ofBudget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division at. TTY Users: Call via Maryland Relay.
Proof of eligibility to work is required in compliance with the ImmigrationReform and Control Act. Any misrepresentation of academic or experiencerequirements for this position may result in nonselection or terminationof employment.
As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruitingretaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the Statesdiversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouragedto apply.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
Required Experience:
Chief
Employment Type
Full-Time
